Question 1

Is Form 990i still used?

Accepted Answer

No. Form 990i, the Charges booklet, is no longer published as a current form. As at Monday 6 July 2026 it does not appear as a current document on the Department of Home Affairs form listing. Visa application charges are now published on the Department's online pricing pages.

Question 2

How much is a partner visa from 1 July 2026?

Accepted Answer

The base application charge for the main applicant is $11,710 from 1 July 2026, for the onshore subclass 820/801, the offshore subclass 309/100 and the Prospective Marriage subclass 300. Second instalments and additional applicant charges apply on top — confirm your total on the Department's live pricing before lodging.

Question 3

Are visa application charges refundable if my visa is refused?

Accepted Answer

Generally no. The visa application charge pays for your application to be decided, not for the visa to be granted. It is usually not refunded on refusal, which is why lodging correctly the first time matters.

Question 4

How often do visa charges change?

Accepted Answer

They are indexed and typically increase on 1 July each year. Always confirm the current figure for your exact subclass on the Department's online pricing before you rely on any published number, including this page.

Question 5

What are the Administrative Review Tribunal fees from 1 July 2026?

Accepted Answer

From 1 July 2026, the migration review fee is $3,727 (with a 50% hardship reduction and a partial refund if you succeed), the protection review fee is $2,293 (generally payable only if unsuccessful), and the General Division standard fee for section 501 character reviews is $1,195.

Form 990i: the "Charges" booklet — and where visa charges actually live now

Is Form 990i still used?