What a student visa costs, country by country

The visa fee is small next to tuition and rent, but it is paid up front, it is rarely refunded if the visa is refused, and several countries have raised it sharply in the last two years. Service-centre charges, health surcharges and residence-card fees come on top in many countries; each guide lists them.

The short answer

• Highest: Australia (AUD 2,500), Argentina (USD 850), United Kingdom (GBP 558).
• Lowest: Switzerland (No fee), Slovakia (No fee), Türkiye (TRY 964).
• 51 of the countries we cover publish a fee we could source.

Every country, highest first

Euro amounts use exchange rates of 8 October 2026 (Rates by Exchange Rate API). Fees can differ by nationality and by where you apply; the country guide gives the official source.