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Permanent resident visa fee soars to $1475 with no explanation
The Resident Return Visa fee tripled from $490 to $1475 on July 1, 2026. The government gave no public consultation and no explanation.
Why it mattersMillions of Australian permanent residents will face this cost when they travel and return.
AustraliaEvery Australian permanent resident who travels must renew this visa; a family visiting relatives every few years now pays $1475 per five-year renewal instead of $490.
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