Visa fees · Subclass 403
Subclass 403 visa cost and processing time (2026-27)
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The MATES scheme — Temporary Work visa (Subclass 403, MATES stream) costs A$470 for the main applicant. Home Affairs reports that 75% of applications are finalised within 4 months and 90% within 5 months (Mobility Arrangement for Talented Early-professionals Scheme (MATES)). Fees are from the official Home Affairs pricing table, checked 7 October 2026; processing times are as at 29 September 2026.
How much is the subclass 403 visa application charge?
| Stream | Main applicant | Each extra applicant 18+ | Each applicant under 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domestic Worker (Diplomatic or Consular) stream | A$470 | — | — |
| Foreign Government stream | A$470 | A$470 | A$120 |
| Government Agreement stream | A$470 | A$470 | A$120 |
| Mobility Arrangement for Talented Early-professionals Scheme (MATES) | A$470 | A$470 | A$120 |
| Pacific Australia Labour Mobility stream | A$365 | A$355 | A$85 |
| Privileges and Immunities stream | A$0 | — | — |
Source: Department of Home Affairs — Current visa pricing, checked 7 October 2026. Charges are indexed each 1 July. Card payment surcharges, health examinations, police certificates, skills assessments and translations are extra. Confirm the final amount with the official Visa Pricing Estimator before you lodge.
How long does the subclass 403 visa take?
| Stream | 75% of applications | 90% of applications |
|---|---|---|
| Government Agreement | 29 days | 45 days |
| Foreign Government Agency | 85 days | 4 months |
| Domestic Worker (Diplomatic or Consular) | 57 days | 78 days |
| Pacific Australia Labour Mobility Scheme | 18 days | 30 days |
| Mobility Arrangement for Talented Early-professionals Scheme (MATES) | 4 months | 5 months |
Source: Home Affairs global visa processing times, as at 29 September 2026. See how times have moved on our processing times tracker.
Frequently asked questions
How much does the subclass 403 visa cost in 2026-27?
The base visa application charge for the MATES scheme — Temporary Work visa (subclass 403) is A$470, according to the Department of Home Affairs pricing table checked on 7 October 2026. Health checks, police certificates and other third-party costs are extra.
How long does the subclass 403 visa take to process?
Home Affairs reports that 75% of subclass 403 applications (Mobility Arrangement for Talented Early-professionals Scheme (MATES)) were finalised within 4 months and 90% within 5 months, as at 29 September 2026. Individual applications can take longer, for example if information is missing or extra checks are needed.
Full eligibility, steps and pathways: MATES Visa (403) for Indian Graduates: 2026 Guide · All visas: Australian visa fees table. General information only, not migration advice.