Engineers Australia Migration Skills Assessment Fees 2025-26
Engineers Australia lists the current migration skills assessment fees for the 2025 to 2026 period. This guide summarizes the main Engineers Australia skill assessment fees, including International Accord qualifications, Australian accredited engineering qualifications, Competency Demonstration Report (CDR) assessments, fast-track service and other additional services.
All fees below are in Australian dollars (AUD). Engineers Australia shows both GST-exclusive and GST-inclusive amounts. Applicants should check the final payment amount in the Engineers Australia portal before lodging an application because fees can change.
Official source: Engineers Australia assessment fees and additional services.
2025-26 Skills Assessment Fees Overview
The fee depends on the assessment pathway and whether you need additional services such as a relevant skilled employment assessment or an overseas engineering PhD assessment.
| Assessment pathway or service | Fee excl. GST | Fee incl. GST |
|---|---|---|
| Washington/Sydney/Dublin Accord qualification assessment | AUD 490 | AUD 539 |
| Australian engineering qualification assessment | AUD 305 | AUD 335.50 |
| Standard CDR assessment | AUD 910 | AUD 1001 |
| Fast-track assessment fee | AUD 350 | AUD 385 |
| Review fee | AUD 325 | AUD 357.50 |
| Appeal fee | AUD 620 | AUD 682 |
International Accord Qualification Assessment Fees
This pathway applies when your qualification is covered by the Washington Accord, Sydney Accord or Dublin Accord and meets the relevant Engineers Australia requirements.
| Item | Fee excl. GST | Fee incl. GST |
|---|---|---|
| Washington/Sydney/Dublin Accord qualification assessment | AUD 490 | AUD 539 |
| Accord qualification assessment plus relevant skilled employment assessment | AUD 910 | AUD 1001 |
| Accord qualification assessment plus overseas PhD assessment | AUD 755 | AUD 830.50 |
| Accord qualification assessment plus relevant skilled employment assessment plus overseas engineering PhD assessment | AUD 1175 | AUD 1276 |
Australian Accredited Engineering Qualification Assessment Fees
This pathway applies when your Australian engineering qualification is accredited and eligible for assessment through Engineers Australia.
| Item | Fee excl. GST | Fee incl. GST |
|---|---|---|
| Australian engineering qualification assessment | AUD 305 | AUD 335.50 |
| Australian engineering qualification assessment plus relevant skilled employment assessment | AUD 725 | AUD 797.50 |
| Australian engineering qualification assessment plus overseas engineering PhD assessment | AUD 570 | AUD 627 |
| Australian engineering qualification assessment plus relevant skilled employment assessment plus overseas engineering PhD assessment | AUD 990 | AUD 1089 |
Competency Demonstration Report (CDR) Assessment Fees
The CDR pathway is usually required when your engineering qualification is not covered by an eligible accredited or Accord pathway. This is the most common route for many overseas engineering applicants.
| Item | Fee excl. GST | Fee incl. GST |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Competency Demonstration Report assessment | AUD 910 | AUD 1001 |
| CDR assessment plus relevant skilled employment assessment | AUD 1330 | AUD 1463 |
| CDR assessment plus overseas engineering PhD assessment | AUD 1175 | AUD 1292 |
| CDR assessment plus relevant skilled employment assessment plus overseas engineering PhD assessment | AUD 1595 | AUD 1754.50 |
Additional Service Fees
Additional services are separate from the main migration skills assessment pathway. For example, the fast-track fee is paid in addition to the selected MSA pathway fee and is non-refundable.
| Additional service | Fee excl. GST | Fee incl. GST |
|---|---|---|
| Fast-track assessment fee, additional to MSA assessment fee | AUD 350 | AUD 385 |
| Separate relevant skilled employment assessment | AUD 470 | AUD 517 |
| Separate overseas engineering PhD assessment | AUD 315 | AUD 346.50 |
| Separate relevant skilled employment assessment plus overseas engineering PhD assessment | AUD 735 | AUD 808.50 |
| Review fee | AUD 325 | AUD 357.50 |
| Appeal fee | AUD 620 | AUD 682 |
| Updated outcome letter | AUD 165 | AUD 181.50 |
| Standard administration fee | AUD 125 | AUD 137.50 |
Fast-Track Assessment: Cost and Timing
The Engineers Australia fast-track assessment fee for the 2025-26 period is AUD 350 excl. GST or AUD 385 incl. GST. This is an additional fee on top of the main migration skills assessment fee.
Fast-track means the application can be assigned to an assessor within 20 business days. It does not guarantee that the final assessment outcome will be issued within 20 business days. The final timing still depends on the quality of the documents and whether Engineers Australia needs more information.
How to Avoid Extra Fees
- Choose the correct pathway: Confirm whether your qualification is accredited, Accord-based or requires a CDR before paying.
- Prepare complete documents: Missing or unclear evidence can delay the assessment and may lead to extra review costs.
- Plan add-on services early: If you need employment or overseas PhD assessment, check whether it should be included in the main application.
- Budget using GST-inclusive fees: The GST-inclusive amount is the safer figure for applicants when planning total cost.
- Check the official page before lodgement: Engineers Australia can update fees, so always verify the current amount before payment.
Paying Your Engineers Australia Fees
Payment is usually completed through the Engineers Australia portal during application submission. Fees must be paid in AUD. Overseas applicants should also consider bank charges, card fees and exchange rates. Keep a copy of your payment receipt for your records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these the latest Engineers Australia skill assessment fees?
Yes. This article uses the official Engineers Australia migration skills assessment fees listed for the 2025 to 2026 period.
How much is the standard CDR assessment fee?
The standard Competency Demonstration Report assessment fee is AUD 910 excl. GST or AUD 1001 incl. GST.
How much is the Engineers Australia fast-track fee?
The fast-track assessment fee is AUD 350 excl. GST or AUD 385 incl. GST. This is paid in addition to the main MSA pathway fee.
What is the cheapest Engineers Australia assessment pathway?
The Australian engineering qualification assessment is the lowest listed main pathway fee at AUD 305 excl. GST or AUD 335.50 incl. GST, but it only applies when your Australian engineering qualification is eligible.
Do applicants need to pay GST?
Engineers Australia lists both GST-exclusive and GST-inclusive fees. Applicants should budget using the GST-inclusive amount unless the Engineers Australia portal confirms otherwise.
Can Engineers Australia fees change?
Yes. Engineers Australia can revise fees, so applicants should check the official fee page before lodging a migration skills assessment application.
Key Takeaways
- The current Engineers Australia skill assessment fees are listed for the 2025-26 period.
- The standard CDR assessment fee is AUD 1001 including GST.
- The fast-track assessment fee is AUD 385 including GST and is non-refundable.
- Additional services such as employment assessment, PhD assessment, reviews and appeals have separate fees.
- Always confirm the final amount in the Engineers Australia portal before payment.