🇦🇺 Australia visas for Filipinos 2026
Last verified: August 31, 2026
Filipinos moving to Australia from Philippines have 2 main visa routes: Student Visa (subclass 500) and Skills in Demand Visa (subclass 482). The fastest is the Student Visa (subclass 500) at 4–12 weeks. 1 of them needs no job offer. Every requirement below links to the official government source.
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Compare Australia visas for Filipinos: cost, processing time, and requirements
| Visa | Processing | Gov. fee | Job offer | Family | PR path |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Student Visa (subclass 500)study | 4–12 weeks | $1,650 | Not required | Yes | No |
| Skills in Demand Visa (subclass 482)work | 4–12 weeks | $2,120 | Required | Yes | Yes |
Australia visa guides for Filipinos
Student Visa (subclass 500)
studyFor enrolled students at CRICOS-registered institutions. Requires a Confirmation of Enrolment, the Genuine Student requirement, evidence of AUD 29,710/year living costs plus first-year tuition and travel, English test, and OSHC health cover. Application charge AUD 2,500 since July 2026.
Skills in Demand Visa (subclass 482)
workEmployer-sponsored work visa for occupations on the Core Skills list. Requires an approved sponsor and nomination, salary of at least the Core Skills Income Threshold — AUD 79,423 for nominations from July 2026 — plus English (IELTS 5.0 or equivalent) and, for some occupations, a skills assessment.
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- Can Philippines citizens move to Australia?
- Yes. Philippines citizens have 2 main routes into Australia: the Student Visa (subclass 500) and the Skills in Demand Visa (subclass 482). Each has its own requirements, fees, and processing time, compared on this page.
- What is the fastest Australia visa for Filipinos?
- The Student Visa (subclass 500) typically processes in 4–12 weeks, the shortest of the 2 routes we track. Add time for gathering documents, translations, and apostilles.
- Can Filipinos move to Australia without a job offer?
- Yes. The Student Visa (subclass 500) does not require a job offer from a Australia employer.
- What is the cheapest Australia visa for Filipinos?
- The Student Visa (subclass 500) has the lowest government fee at about $1,650. Translations, apostilles, insurance, and courier costs come on top of every route.
- Which Australia visas let Filipinos bring family?
- The Student Visa (subclass 500) and the Skills in Demand Visa (subclass 482) allow accompanying family members with additional documentation.
- Which Australia visas lead to permanent residency for Filipinos?
- The Skills in Demand Visa (subclass 482) offers a path to permanent residency after the qualifying period.
- How much does an Australia visa cost for Filipinos?
- Government fees for Filipinos are about $1,650 for the Student Visa (subclass 500) and $2,120 for the Skills in Demand Visa (subclass 482) (USD equivalents). Translations, apostilles, medicals, insurance, and courier costs come on top of every route.
- How long does an Australia visa take for Filipinos?
- Typical processing is 4–12 weeks for the Student Visa (subclass 500) and 4–12 weeks for the Skills in Demand Visa (subclass 482), counted from the date you apply. Add time for gathering documents.