ACS has recently updated the latest fees for the Skills Assessment. Let’s explore with Skill Direct to see what noteworthy changes have been made!
1. Overview
ACS has announced an increase in fees for all Assessment Pathway Applications. The current fees will rise by 3.3%, and the new pricing will take effect from 1st November 2025.
2. Details of the fee adjustment
The fee adjustments range from $16 to $48 across different assessment categories. Among these, the General Skills Assessment shows the highest increase, rising from $1,450 to $1,498 (an increase of $48), while the Appeal Level 1 fee sees the smallest change, up by $16.
Detailed fees below:
| Assessment Pathway Application | Current Fees (excl GST) | New Fee (excl GST) |
| Temporary Graduate | $605 | $625 |
| Post Australian Study | $1,100 | $1,136 |
| General Skills | $1,450 | $1,498 |
| Recognition of Prior Learning | $605 | $625 |
| Appeal Level 1 | $500 | $516 |
| Appeal Level 2 | $600 | $620 |
Source: ACS Migration Skills Assessment
3. Processing time notice
After the holiday period, ACS usually receives a higher volume of applications submitted in December and January, leading to processing backlogs. As a result, the processing time may be extended by approximately three additional weeks compared to the usual timeframe.
In conclusion, the new fees will officially take effect on 1st November 2025. Therefore, applicants are advised to stay updated and prepare all required documents carefully before submission to avoid any delays or unexpected issues during the assessment process.