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Total Australia PR Cost from India in 2026 (INR Breakdown)
Indian families always ask one question first: how much does Australia PR really cost? So this guide gives line-by-line INR numbers. Also, we cover hidden costs that many agents skip.
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Table of contents
- 1. Government visa application fee in 2026
- 2. Skills assessment cost for Indian professionals
- 3. IELTS or PTE cost for Australia PR
- 4. Medicals, biometrics and PCC charges
- 5. Hidden costs Indian applicants forget
- 6. Costs after PR grant: flights and settlement
- 7. Total cost: solo applicant vs family of three
- 8. Frequently asked questions
- 9. Sources & citations
Government visa application fee in 2026
First, the main applicant pays AUD 4,765 for Subclass 189, 190, or 491. That is about INR 2,60,000.
Next, a spouse over 18 adds AUD 2,385 (INR 1,30,000). Each child adds AUD 1,190 (INR 65,000).
Also, a low English score on the spouse triggers a second-instalment of AUD 4,890. So polish your partner's English to dodge it.
Skills assessment cost for Indian professionals
Then comes skills assessment. ACS for IT roles costs AUD 500 (INR 27,000) and takes 4 to 8 weeks.
Engineers Australia charges AUD 720 to AUD 1,200 (INR 39,000 to INR 65,000) under the CDR or Washington Accord stream.
VETASSESS for trade and general roles ranges from AUD 1,022 to AUD 1,200 (INR 55,000 to INR 65,000).
IELTS or PTE cost for Australia PR
Next, the English test. IDP IELTS in India costs INR 17,000. PTE Academic costs INR 17,000 too.
However, you may sit it twice to hit Superior level. So budget at least INR 34,000 for retakes.
Also, OET for nurses and doctors costs USD 587, or roughly INR 49,000.
Medicals, biometrics and PCC charges
Then book medicals at a Bupa Medical Visa Services panel clinic. Adult exam costs INR 6,500. Chest X-ray adds INR 1,500.
Also, the Indian Police Clearance Certificate from Passport Seva costs INR 500. So this is the cheapest line item.
Finally, biometrics through VFS Global costs INR 1,400 per person.
Costs after PR grant: flights and settlement
Finally, plan the move itself. One-way Indigo or Air India tickets cost INR 60,000 to INR 1,20,000 per person.
Then add 3 months of survival funds. Home Affairs suggests AUD 7,500 (INR 4,10,000) for a single person.
Also, OSHC health cover is not required for PR holders. However, private cover for the first year costs INR 60,000.
Total cost: solo applicant vs family of three
| Feature | Solo Indian applicant | Family of 3 (spouse + 1 kid) |
|---|---|---|
| Government visa fee | INR 2,60,000 | INR 4,55,000 |
| Skills assessment | INR 27,000 | INR 27,000 |
| English tests (2 sittings) | INR 34,000 | INR 51,000 |
| Medicals | INR 8,000 | INR 22,000 |
| PCC + biometrics + translations | INR 6,000 | INR 18,000 |
| Settlement funds (3 mo) | INR 4,10,000 | INR 8,80,000 |
| Flights | INR 90,000 | INR 2,70,000 |
| Estimated total | ~INR 8,35,000 | ~INR 17,23,000 |
Frequently asked questions
Sources & citations
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