AGSVA Fee Increase

Effective from 1 July 2026

AGSVA has updated its government security clearance fees for clearances initiated on or after 1 July 2026.

The table below compares the previous 2025–2026 GST-inclusive fees with the new 2026–2027 GST-inclusive fees.

AGSVA ProcessOld FeeNew Fee
Baseline assessment, upgrade and revalidation$884.00$892.00
NV1 assessment, upgrade and revalidation$1,355.00$1,897.01
NV2 assessment, upgrade and revalidation$2,486.00$3,790.00
Baseline cancellation$442.00$446.00
NV1 cancellation$678.00$949.00
NV2 cancellation$1,243.00$1,895.00

These are AGSVA government fees only and do not include AusClear sponsorship, administration, or service fees.

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AusClear sponsors Australian Government security clearances at Baseline, NV1 and NV2. We work with Defence-industry businesses and individuals across Australia. We guide you through each step of the AGSVA process, from checking you are eligible to support after your clearance is granted.

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About AusClear

Start your security clearance journey today

Clear, simple steps to an Australian Government security clearance, for individuals and Defence-industry businesses.

We make the security clearance process simple. We sponsor individuals and businesses who need a clearance for their role. Every step follows Defence and AGSVA rules, so you always know what comes next.

We sponsor Baseline, NV1 and NV2 security clearances. Our aim is to take the guesswork out of the process and handle it with care, accuracy and full compliance.

Why AusClear

Specialist advisory, accredited support

Six reasons people and businesses choose AusClear to sponsor their clearance.

PSPF-Aligned

Every step follows the Protective Security Policy Framework and AGSVA rules.

Specialist Advisory

Expert help with Baseline, NV1 and NV2 clearances, built around AGSVA rules.

Streamlined Process

We check you meet every requirement before anything goes to AGSVA.

Ongoing Support

Help for the whole life of your clearance, including renewals, transfers and aftercare.

Compliance Guidance

Clear advice on travel reporting, changes in your circumstances and your other AGSVA obligations.

Dedicated Support

Your own Security Officer, a secure client portal and direct messaging at every stage.

Australia's largest security clearance knowledge base

AusClear runs Australia's largest free security clearance knowledge base. It covers Baseline, NV1, NV2, ESC, aftercare, travel reporting and every part of AGSVA vetting.

Our 120+ articles are written by our own team and kept up to date. They give clear, factual guidance in plain English, whether you are starting your first application or managing your clearance after it is granted.

Applicants who understand the process make better choices, face fewer delays and get better results.

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Clearance Levels

Services we offer

AusClear sponsors Baseline, NV1 and NV2 clearances, with expert help, clear fees and ongoing aftercare.

Baseline · PROTECTED

Baseline Clearance

The entry-level clearance. It gives access to information up to PROTECTED and is needed for most Defence-industry and government contractor jobs.

Processing20 business days
Validity15 years
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NV1 · SECRET

NV1 Clearance

Negative Vetting Level 1 gives access to SECRET information. We guide you from the eligibility check through to the AGSVA decision.

Processing3–4 months
Validity10 years
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NV2 · TOP SECRET

NV2 Clearance

Negative Vetting Level 2 gives access to TOP SECRET information. It is the highest level we sponsor. We guide you through to the AGSVA decision.

Processing5–6 months
Validity7 years
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Our Process

How the clearance process works

Four clear steps, from your first check to ongoing support.

1

Assessment

We look at your role, check you are eligible and confirm which clearance level you need.

2

Onboarding

We confirm your identity, run pre-clearance checks and explain what you will need for your application.

3

Application

AusClear lodges your sponsorship with AGSVA. You then complete and submit your application with AGSVA, and we support you through to a decision.

4

Ongoing Support

Your Security Officer helps with your obligations, renewals and aftercare for as long as you hold your clearance.

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