- Eligibility: You must have been awarded an eligible qualification (CRICOS-registered degree or a level above), regardless of your field of study, in the 6 months immediately before the day you apply for your visa.
- Duration: The visa is typically granted for 2 to 3 years, depending on your qualification. Holders of Hong Kong and British National (Overseas) passports may be eligible for a visa duration of up to 5 years.
- Work Rights: This visa allows you to work full-time in Australia, providing an opportunity to gain practical experience in your field of study.
- Application Deadline: You must apply for this visa within 6 months of the completion date of your eligible qualification.
- English Proficiency: You must demonstrate a certain level of English proficiency, typically through standardized tests such as IELTS or PTE. (Not required for UK, USA, Canada, New Zealand or Ireland Passport holders)
- Health and Character Requirements: As part of the application process, you will need to meet health and character requirements, which may include undergoing medical examinations and providing police clearance certificates.
→ Second Post-Higher Education Work Stream
The Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) – Second Post-Higher Education Work stream allows international students who have previously held a Temporary Graduate visa under the Post-Higher Education Work stream to apply for a second visa, provided they meet specific criteria.
- Eligibility Requirements:To be eligible for the Second Post-Higher Education Work stream, applicants must:● Hold a valid passport.● Have completed a qualification from a CRICOS-registered Australian institution in a designated regional area.● Reside in a designated regional area during the period of study and for at least 2 years immediately before the application.● Have held a Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) under the Post-Higher Education Work stream previously.● Hold adequate health insurance.● Meet health and character requirements.
- Work Rights● Full-time work rights are granted for the entire duration of the visa.● You can work in any occupation or industry (not restricted to your field of study).● It gives a valuable opportunity to gain Australian work experience, which may benefit future visa applications.
The Temporary Graduate Visa (Subclass 485) allows international students who have recently graduated from an Australian institution to temporarily live, work, and study in Australia. It provides a pathway to permanent residency for many graduates.
Streams under Subclass 485
→ Post-Vocational Education Work Stream
The Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) – Post-Vocational Education Work stream is designed for international students who have recently completed a vocational education qualification in Australia. This visa allows you to live, study, and work in Australia temporarily, providing an opportunity to gain practical experience in your field.
- Eligibility: You must have completed a qualification that is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS) and is at least 2 academic years in duration. The qualification should be in a field that aligns with Australia's skilled occupation needs.
- Duration: The visa is typically granted for 18 months. However, holders of Hong Kong and British National (Overseas) passports may be eligible for a visa duration of up to 5 years.
- Work Rights: This visa allows you to work full-time in Australia, providing an opportunity to gain practical experience in your field of study.
- Application Deadline: You must apply for this visa within 6 months of the completion date of your eligible qualification.
- Skills Assessment: Depending on your occupation, you may need to undergo a skills assessment by the relevant assessing authority.
- English Proficiency: You must demonstrate a certain level of English proficiency, typically through standardized tests such as IELTS or PTE.
- Health and Character Requirements: As part of the application process, you will need to meet health and character requirements, which may include undergoing medical examinations and providing police clearance certificates.
- Age – you must be under 35 years of age.
- Student visa – you must have held a student visa (Subclass 500) in the last six months.
→ Post-Higher Education Work Stream
The Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) – Post-Higher Education Work stream is designed for international students who have recently completed a bachelor’s degree or higher qualification from an Australian institution. This visa allows you to live, work, and study in Australia temporarily, providing an opportunity to gain practical experience in your field of study.
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While you complete your studies or thereafter, we will assist you with your Temporary Graduate Visa (Subclass 485) application, helping you meet all requirements and transition smoothly into post-study life in Australia.
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