Visa fees · Subclass 408
Subclass 408 visa cost and processing time (2026-27)
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The Temporary Activity visa (Subclass 408) costs A$535 for the main applicant, plus A$535 for each additional applicant aged 18 or over and A$135 for each applicant under 18. 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 408 visa application charge?
| Stream | Main applicant | Each extra applicant 18+ | Each applicant under 18 | Subsequent temporary charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australian Government Endorsed Events stream | A$535 | A$535 | A$135 | A$700 |
| Domestic Work for Executives stream | A$535 | A$535 | A$135 | A$700 |
| Entertainment Activities stream | A$535 | A$535 | A$135 | A$700 |
| Other Social and Cultural Activity (Invited Participant) stream | A$535 | A$535 | A$135 | A$700 |
| Religious Work stream | A$535 | A$535 | A$135 | A$700 |
| Research Activities stream | A$535 | A$535 | A$135 | A$700 |
| Special Program stream | A$535 | A$535 | A$135 | A$700 |
| Sporting Activities stream | A$535 | A$535 | A$135 | A$700 |
| Staff Exchange Arrangements stream | A$535 | A$535 | A$135 | A$700 |
| Superyacht Crew stream | A$535 | A$535 | A$135 | A$700 |
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 408 visa take?
| Stream | 75% of applications | 90% of applications |
|---|---|---|
| Entertainment Activities | 36 days | 47 days |
| Research Activities | 17 months | 17 months |
| Religious Work | 4 months | 5 months |
| Special Programs | 34 days | 56 days |
| Invited for Other Social and Cultural Activity | 11 days | 22 days |
| Exchange Arrangements | 41 days | 52 days |
| Superyacht Crew | 9 days | 35 days |
| Sporting Activities | 32 days | 4 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 408 visa cost in 2026-27?
The base visa application charge for the Temporary Activity visa (subclass 408) is A$535, plus A$535 for each additional applicant aged 18 or over and A$135 for each applicant under 18, 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.
Full eligibility, steps and pathways: 408 Visa Australia: Streams, Fee & Processing Times · All visas: Australian visa fees table. General information only, not migration advice.