Australia Student Visa Cost from Nepal 2026: A$2,500 Fee and Funds in NPR
From 1 July 2026, an Australian Student visa (subclass 500) costs at least AUD 2,500 to apply, up from AUD 2,000. At the Nepal Rastra Bank selling rate on 13 October 2026 (A$1 = Rs 107.03), that is about Rs 2.68 lakh, before tuition, health cover or flights. If a visa is refused and you apply again, you pay the charge again.
Last checked: 14 October 2026. Rupee amounts change with the exchange rate.
Australia student visa costs at a glance
| Cost | Amount (AUD) | About (NPR) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student visa application charge | From A$2,500 | Rs 2.68 lakh | From 1 July 2026; was A$2,000 |
| Living costs to show (one student, 12 months) | A$29,710 | Rs 31.80 lakh | Financial requirement for visas lodged from 10 May 2024 |
| First-year tuition | As on your CoE | Depends on course | Shown in funds unless already paid |
| Health insurance (OSHC) | Varies by provider | Varies | Required for your whole stay |
| Travel | Varies | Varies | Part of the funds you must be able to cover |
Why the higher fee matters for Nepali students
Because the charge is paid again for every new application, a refusal now costs at least Rs 2.68 lakh in fees alone, plus the time lost before your intake. That makes a careful first application the cheapest one. Two things deserve the most care: financial evidence that Home Affairs will accept, and a Genuine Student statement written in your own words.
- For money evidence, see which financial documents from Nepal count (and why audit reports don’t).
- For your statement, see how to answer the Genuine Student questions in your own words.
- Planning to bring a partner? Read the 2 October 2026 dependants change first.
Can you earn some of it back?
Study Australia says students can work up to 48 hours per fortnight during study terms, including exams, and unlimited hours during scheduled course breaks. Part-time income helps with living costs once you arrive, but you cannot count future wages as funds for your visa.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the Australian student visa fee in Nepali rupees?
From A$2,500, about Rs 2.68 lakh at the 13 October 2026 NRB selling rate.
If my visa is refused, do I get the fee back?
No. If you apply again, you pay the application charge again.
How much money do I need to show for living costs?
A$29,710 for one student for 12 months, plus tuition and travel, according to Study Australia.
Your next step
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Sources
- Student Visa Application Charge increase – Study Australia
- Student visa (subclass 500) – Study Australia
- Student visa (subclass 500) – Department of Home Affairs
- Foreign exchange rates – Nepal Rastra Bank
This is general information, not immigration advice. Check Home Affairs before you apply.