Prices

Pricing Overview & Discounts

Prices

At Chess Migration, we are committed to delivering the highest standards of service while keeping your costs low. To achieve this, we have:

Eliminated unnecessary overheads
Negotiated cost-saving arrangements with stakeholders
Maintained strict budget discipline to reduce our professional fees

We operate under a transparent pricing policy, ensuring you never incur hidden costs. All fees and charges are clearly outlined in your service agreement.

Our initial consultation prices start from $200(AUD) depending on complexity of case.

Cost-Reduction Programs

We offer several initiatives to help reduce your professional fees:

Financial Hardship Support
If you're experiencing financial difficulty and your case involves compelling or compassionate circumstances, we may subsidise part of our professional fees.

Standard Terms & Conditions

Service Agreement
All fees and application costs are detailed in your service agreement, specifying what is covered and what expenses are payable directly by you.
Withdrawal & Refunds
You may withdraw your instruction at any time. Refunds will be issued for work not performed, once we receive your termination notice.
Client’s Account
Your funds are held in a client’s account. No payments or deductions will be made without an invoice issued under the service agreement.
Prepayment Requirement
Work will only commence once funds are received in our client account.
Urgent Applications
For urgent or out-of-hours applications, a surcharge may apply. This will be negotiated based on your specific circumstances.
No Guarantees
We cannot guarantee the outcome or processing time of any application. However, we can provide estimates based on experience and information from the Department of Home Affairs.
No Win, No Fee Policy
We do not operate under a "no win, no fee" arrangement.
Additional Work
If additional work arises due to client non-disclosure or unforeseen circumstances, extra fees may apply.
Service Scope
Our services typically conclude upon visa lodgement unless otherwise agreed in the service agreement.
Post-Lodgement Communication
After your visa is lodged, we will keep you informed with any updates or decisions from the Department of Home Affairs.
Full Terms
For a complete list of terms and conditions, please refer to your service agreement.

Family visa prices

Visa	Prices from : AUD
Partner Visa (801/820 309-100)	$2500 + VAT
Prospective Marriage Visa (300/820)	$2500 + VAT
Sponsored Parent Visa (870)	$2500 + VAT

Other family visa prices depend on individual circumstances

Prices include:

Case-by-case legal research
Collecting evidence and documents
Preparation of submissions and declarations
Drafting the Complete checklist and visa application bundle
Apply for a visa

Prices do not include:

VAT or GST
Visa Fees
Bank charges for card payments or wire transfers
Preparation or Skills Assessment Fees
English test fee
Medical and biometric application costs
Disbursement
Post-filing concerns due to non-disclosure.

Pricing doesn't include complex features such as:

Character-related issues
Moderate complications
Adverse information:
- Previous Visa Refusal
- Conditions violated for previous visas
- History of visa overstaying
- Illegal status
Application for waivers
Additional Bridging Visa Application.

For full terms and conditions, please refer to the agreement for services

Skilled-Economic Visa prices

Visa	Price from in AUD:
Skills in Demand Visa subclass 482 Visa Application	$1500
Sponsorship application	$1000
Nomination application	$1000
Employer Nomination Scheme Visa subclass 186 Visa Application	$1500
Nomination application	$1000
Skilled Work Regional Provisional Subclass 491	$1500
Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional Visa subclass 494	$1500
Skills Independent Visa subclass 189	$1500
Skilled Nominated Visa subclass 190	$1500
Permanent Residence Skilled Regional Visa subclass 191	$1000

Other skilled-economic visa prices are depending on individual circumstances

Prices include:

Legal research based on specific case
Gathering of evidence and documents
Sponsorship forms
Preparation of submissions and statements
Drafting of complete bundle
Lodgement of visa applications
Expression of interest where applicable

Prices DO NOT include:

Vat or Gst
Expression of Interest and Registration of Interest.
Employer’s sponsorship and/or nomination advice or application
Visa charges
Bank fees for card or transfer payments
Skills Assessment preparation or fees
English test exam fees
Medical and Biometric application costs or bookings
Disbursements
Post-lodgement concerns due to failed relevant disclosure.

The advertised prices do not include complexities such as:

Character concern issues
Health criteria complications
Adverse information:
- Previous visas refusals
- Conditions breached on previous visas
- History of overstaying
- Unlawful status
Waiver applications
Additional Bridging Visa applications.

For all terms and conditions refer to the agreement for services.

Study Visa Program prices

Study Program Visa Prices

Visa	Prices from AUD:
Student Visa (500)	$1500 + VAT
Post Graduate Visa (485)	$1500 + VAT
Training Visa (407)	$1700 + VAT

Prices include:

Case-by-case legal research
Collecting evidence and documents
Preparation of submissions and declarations
Drafting the Complete submission bundle
Pre-submission checklist
Visa application

Prices DO NOT include:

VAT or GST
Visa Fees
Bank charges for card payments or wire transfers
Preparation or Skills Assessment Fees
Study course fees
English test fee
Medical and biometric application costs
Disbursement
Post-filing concerns due to related disclosure were unsuccessful.

Advertised pricing doesn't include complex issues such as:

Character-related issues
Health criteria complications
Adverse information:
- Previous Visa Refusal
- Conditions violated on previous visas
- Past Stay History
- Illegal status
Application for waivers
Additional Bridging Visa Application.

For all terms and conditions refer to the agreement for services.

Prices for other visa or services

Additional Services at Chess Migration

At Chess Migration, we provide expert assistance across a wide range of immigration matters, including:

Merits Review Applications
Visa Cancellation decisions
Waivers
Bridging Visas
Statutory Bars
Public Interest Criteria Assessments
Unlawful Status Resolution
Ministerial Intervention Requests
Protection Visas
Other Visa Types Not Listed
Health Criteria Evaluations
Sponsorship Bar Appeals

Tailored Solutions, Transparent Pricing

Every case is unique. Our fees are determined based on your individual circumstances and the strategic action plan we develop together. Whether your matter involves a straightforward submission or a complex case requiring specialist reports or expert opinions, we’re equipped to guide you through it.

Strategic Representation
We’ll work closely with you to understand your situation and craft a cost-effective, results-driven strategy to represent your case with precision and care.

Contact us to receive a tailor-made quote