Finished your studies in Australia but not ready to say goodbye? We get it! The Temporary Graduate Visa (Subclass 485), also known as the graduate temporary visa 485, is your ticket to stay, work, and explore exciting opportunities Down Under after graduation.
EduCube is here to make navigating the 485 visa process smooth and stress-free. Let's dive into the details:
What is a Temporary Graduate Visa (Subclass 485)?
This visa is designed for international students who have recently graduated from an Australian educational institution. It provides a pathway to gain valuable work experience in Australia, potentially leading to permanent residency.
485 Visa New Rules
Stay updated on the latest changes to the 485 visa, including potential updates to eligibility criteria and processing times.
485 Visa Extension
In some cases, it might be possible to extend your stay with a second Temporary Graduate visa.
Subsequent Entrant Visa 485
This visa allows family members who weren't included in your original application to join you in Australia.
485 Spouse Visa Processing Time after Medicals
Understand the estimated processing time for your spouse's visa application after medical examinations.
Similar Visa:
- Temporary Skilled Graduate Visa: May be an option if you've completed a course in a trade or skill shortage area.
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The 485 visa has different streams, each offering different benefits:
- Graduate Work Stream: For those with qualifications in occupations listed on the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL), allowing up to 18 months of work in Australia.
- Post-Study Work Stream: For recent graduates of any field of study from a designated regional institution, giving you the opportunity to live and work in Australia for 2-4 years.
- Replacement stream (for those affected by COVID-19 travel restrictions).
To be eligible for a temporary graduate 485 visa, you generally need to:
- Be under 50 years old
- Hold a recent Australian qualification (from a CRICOS registered course)
- Have held a valid student visa in the last 6 months
- Meet English language requirements (e.g., IELTS for temporary graduate visa)
- Meet health and character requirements
- Post-Vocational Education Work stream: From AUD1,945.00
- Post-Higher Education Work stream: From AUD1945.00
- Second Post-Higher Education Work stream: From AUD765.00
Temporary Graduate Visa Processing Time
While processing times vary, being prepared can expedite the process. Check home affairs Australia.
Our team will guide you on gathering the right documents and submitting a flawless application.
You may be able to bring your family to Australia with you on a temporary graduate visa subclass 485 partner visa.
After completing your studies, you may be eligible for a Temporary Graduate Visa (Subclass 485), which allows you to work in Australia for a specific period to gain practical experience, depending on your course and field of study.
This is a 5-year temporary visa for study purposes. The exact length of your stay will be determined by your chosen course. Primary school children entering years 1-4 are generally granted visas for a maximum of 3 years.
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