School Fees for Dependent 482 Visa holders
School-age dependent 482 Visa holders are required to attend school in Australia.
Public school fees in Australia vary across states and territories, with some states and territories offering free public schooling for dependent 482 Visa holders
School Fees by State & Territory.
Victoria (VIC)
482 and 457 Visa holders generally have access to subsidised or free public schooling in Victoria.
New South Wales (NSW)
- Primary school (years KG-6) $5,600
- Junior high school (years 7-10) $5,600
- Senior high school (years 11-12) $6,400
Queensland (QLD)
482 and 457 Visa holders are exempt from paying public school fees in Queensland.
South Australia (SA)
The maximum annual fee payable by a family in Adelaide on a 482 or 457 Visa is:
- $5400 for each primary school student
- $6500 for each high school student.
The family members of 482 and 457 Visa holders attending school outside of Adelaide will not have public school fees.
Western Australia (WA)
- $4,000 per family (Regardless of the number of children enrolled)
Tasmania (TAS)
Australian Captial Territory (ACT)
- $12,500 for years 7-10
- $13,900 for years 11-12
Northern Territory (NT)
482 and 457 Visa holders are exempt from paying public school fees in the Northern Territory.