1️⃣ IELTS Training and Exam
To qualify, teachers must prove high-level English skills. Australia requires at least IELTS 7.0 in Reading and Writing, and 8.0 in Speaking and Listening.
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IELTS Training: ~Ksh 8,000
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IELTS Exam Fee: ~Ksh 41,580
👉 Total: ~Ksh 49580
2️⃣ Skills Assessment (AITSL)
All teachers must have their qualifications and experience assessed by the Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL) before applying.
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AITSL Skills Assessment Fee: AUD 1,154 (~Ksh 92,300)
👉 Total: ~ 105,000 plus bank charges
3️⃣ Medical Examination
Every applicant must pass a health check through an approved clinic.
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Approximate cost: AUD 150 – 230 (~Ksh 12,000 – 25,000)
👉 Total: 25000
4️⃣ Police Clearance Certificate
Teachers need to prove good character with a police certificate from their home country.
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Approximate cost: AUD 15 – 20 (~Ksh 1,200 – 1,600)
5️⃣ Visa Application Fee
The Subclass 482 Visa application fees are:
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Short-Term Stream: AUD 1,455 (~Ksh 116,400)
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Medium-Term Stream: AUD 3,035 (~Ksh 242,800)
⚠️ Good news → Since your sponsor is paying, you don’t have to cover this cost yourself.
6️⃣ Flight Ticket to Australia ✈️
Finally, you’ll need to book your flight.
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From Nairobi to Sydney/Melbourne: (~Ksh 150,000 – 200,000)
✅ Total Estimated Costs for Teachers
With Employer Sponsoring (Visa Fees Covered):
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IELTS Training + Exam: (~Ksh 49,580)
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Skills Assessment (AITSL): (~Ksh 105,000)
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Medical + Police Check: (~Ksh 25,000)
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Flight Ticket: (~Ksh 200,000)
💰 Total Personal Cost: (~Ksh 381,080)
✨ Final Thoughts
Getting an employer sponsor for the Subclass 482 Visa saves teachers thousands of dollars in visa fees. However, you’ll still need to plan for IELTS, skills assessment, medicals, police clearance, and your flight ticket.
While the upfront cost is significant, the reward is life-changing: a teaching career in Australia, competitive salaries, and a pathway to permanent residency.
👉 At My Travel International, we guide teachers step by step — from IELTS preparation to migration planning — so your journey to Australia is clear and achievable.
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