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Family court fees calculator

Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia filing fees from 1 July 2026.

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If eligible, the divorce and nullity fees are reduced. Most other family law fees can be fully exempt instead. The court decides, and you must give evidence. GST doesn't apply to court fees.

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Sources (checked 1 Nov 2026): FCFCOA Fees (set by the Family Law (Fees) Regulations 2022, from 1 July 2026); reduced fee guidelines; exemption guidelines. Not included: WA (Family Court of WA), lawyers' fees, service, transcripts or copies.

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