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Increase in the Fees for the Overseas Qualifications Assessment Appeal

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Increase in the Fees for the Overseas Qualifications Assessment Appeal

Some programs require payment through the PAYMENT buttons below, and some programs require you to make the payment as part of the online application process (started via the “APPLY NOW” buttons).

AACA only accepts online payments by credit card, VISA or Mastercard.

For programs requiring payment via the PAYMENT button before submitting the application to AACA by email, applicants must send their completed bid with proof of payment within 14 days of payment.

AACA endeavors to provide an acknowledgment of receipt by email and receipt of all requests within three business days.

Application formFee (AUD)

Overseas Qualifications Assessment – Stage 1

Provisional Skills Assessment of overseas qualifications in architecture

$1,050

Overseas Qualifications Assessment – Stage 2

Final Skills Assessment of overseas qualifications in architecture

The proficiency level indicated for each of the required performance criteria, as indicated in the AACA Performance Criteria Checklist, has been updated. Be sure to submit the updated checklist (dated November 9, 2018) and prepare your portfolio based on revised proficiency requirements. All applications received on or after December 1, 2018 must meet the revised competency requirements.

$1,200

Overseas Qualifications Assessment – Combined Stage 1 & Stage 2

Accelerated Combined Evaluation (Steps 1 and 2) of Architectural Qualifications Abroad for Applicants Residing in Australia

The proficiency level indicated for each of the required performance criteria, as indicated in the AACA Performance Criteria Checklist, has been updated. Be sure to submit the updated checklist (dated November 9, 2018) and prepare your portfolio based on revised proficiency requirements. All applications received on or after December 1, 2018 must meet the revised competency requirements.

$1,750

Verification of Australian Accredited Architecture Qualification

Verification of Australian accredited architecture qualifications for the purpose of migration

$250

Overseas Qualifications Assessment Appeal

Appeal against the outcome of an assessment of overseas qualifications in architecture

$900

Experienced Practitioner Assessment – Overseas Practitioners

Accelerated Registration Procedure for Experienced Practitioners with Architectural Degrees Completed Abroad

$2,500

Experienced Practitioner Assessment – Overseas Practitioners – Modified fee

For applicants who have completed a previous AACA qualifications assessment.

$1,100

Experienced Practitioner Assessment – Local Practitioners

Accelerated Registration Procedure for Experienced Practitioners with an Accredited Australian Qualification.

$1100

US/Australia/New Zealand Mutual Recognition Arrangement

Australian architects wishing to obtain a license in one of the US jurisdictions signatory to the agreement.

$150

US/Australia/New Zealand Mutual Recognition Arrangement

American architects wishing to obtain a license for a state or territory in Australia.

$150

Australian APEC Architect

Registered Australian Architects wishing to be on the APEC Register of Australian Architects

$140

Australian APEC Architect Register Annual Renewal – 1 year

$110

Australian APEC Architect Register Annual Renewal – 2 years

$200

Application APEC Architects from Canada, Japan and Singapore

Overseas APEC Architects wishing to be registered in Australia under the APEC Architect Agreement

$800

National Program of Assessment – Stage 1

A design assessment to test the ability of experienced practitioners in the sector to take the architectural practice exam.

$1,100

Reissue of Assessment Outcome Certificate – Overseas applicants

To request a reissued certificate please submit the proof of payment and completed form to mail@aaca.org.au

$50

Reissue of Assessment Outcome Certificate – Local applicants

To request a reissued certificate please submit the proof of payment and completed form to mail@aaca.org.au

$25

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