STUDY, WORK SETTLE IN AUSTRALIA

For students who have had a student visa within the last six months, there is a temporary permit known as the Australia Graduate Temporary (Subclass 485) Visa. Since most applicants for the Graduate Work Visa have previously spent a significant amount of time in Australia, the application procedure is simpler and can be completed more rapidly than for other migration visas to Australia. By supporting your application for a Graduate Work Visa, AIS Overseas can help you make the most of your Australian education. Our experts can assist you in creating an application package that has the best possibility of being accepted because they are knowledgeable about every facet of this visa.

significant outcome of the Jobs and Skills Summit held by the Australian government in September 2022 was the declaration of an extension of the post-study employment rights for international graduates with specific degrees in areas where there is a documented talent need for two years.

Post-study work rights for international graduates will increase from:

  • Two years to four years for select Bachelor’s Degrees.
  • Three years to five years for select Master’s Degrees.
  • Four years to six years for all Doctoral Degrees.

(Note this is applicable only for suitable qualifications relevant to the list of careers and qualifications considered- includes IT/Engineering/Nursing/Medical/Teaching related, refer to the list in the below link, Ph.D. do not have any restrictions).

For qualifying graduates, this extension will be added to the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485). Alternatively, it will allow certain students who now possess a TGV to apply for a new visa to extend their stay by an extra two years.

After taking the working group's recommendations into account, the government has released additional information about the initiative, including an indicative list of professions and qualifying skills. On July 1, 2023, the measure will go into effect.

Regional: This will not affect the qualification to apply for the Post-Study Work Stream for graduates who have studied, worked, and lived in a regional area. In addition to the aforesaid longer time, they will still receive a one- to two-year extension.

Australia Graduate Temporary Visa Program Details:

Students who apply and are granted the Graduate Temporary Visa may reside and work in Australia for a maximum of 18 months to 4 years. extended to 24 months for visas issued starting on December 1, 2021, temporarily. This program issues two main types of visas; applicants select the one that best suits their needs. The three categories are:

  • Graduate Work Visa: Available to students who applied for and received a skill assessment in the designated occupation listed on the Skilled Occupations List and who had a student visa for six months before applying for this visa.
  • Graduate Post-Study Visa – For students who have completed a bachelor's degree or above, there is the Graduate Post-Study Visa. This visa does not need your occupation to be on the Skilled Occupations List; instead, it is based solely on your educational background.

As long as your visa is valid, you can study in Australia, travel within and outside of the country, and live and work anywhere in Australia with your family. Usually, the validity of the visa lasts between 18 months and 4 years. extended to 24 months for visas issued starting on December 1, 2021, on a temporary basis

Eligibility for Australia Skilled Migration Program:

The purpose of the Australia Graduate Temporary (Subclass 485) Visa is to evaluate applicants' educational backgrounds. It's a terrific way to become a permanent resident of Australia and is intended to keep talented people in the country. The primary requirements for eligibility are:

  • Your age (between 18-50 years of age only)
  • Australian educational credentials
  • Information about the 2 years or more spent studying in Australia
  • English language skills
  • If your occupation is on the Skilled Occupations List
  • Your work experience
  • Health and character assessment

Eligible qualifications:

  • By matching relevant qualifications to in-demand occupations on the Skills Priority List, the list of eligible qualifications was created.
  • To adapt to changes in the labour market and manage emerging risks, the lists of jobs and qualifications will be tracked and evaluated annually.
  • Future modifications to the criteria list are not supposed to negatively affect students who have enrolled in a qualifying program of study that has since been taken off the list.
  • The extension will be available to students who graduate with a qualification that was accepted at the beginning of their studies, at the end of their studies, or both.

List of eligible occupations

ANZSCO code Occupation title
233212 Geotechnical Engineer
233611 Mining Engineer (excluding Petroleum)
233612 Petroleum Engineer
234912 Metallurgist
241111 Early Childhood (Pre-primary School) Teacher
254111 Midwife
254411 Nurse Practitioner
254412 Registered Nurse (Aged Care)
254413 Registered Nurse (Child and Family Health)
254414 Registered Nurse (Community Health)
254415 Registered Nurse (Critical Care and Emergency)
254416 Registered Nurse (Developmental Disability)
254417 Registered Nurse (Disability and Rehabilitation)
254418 Registered Nurse (Medical)
254421 Registered Nurse (Medical Practice)
254422 Registered Nurse (Mental Health)
254423 Registered Nurse (Perioperative)
254424 Registered Nurse (Surgical)
254425 Registered Nurse (Paediatrics)
254499 Registered Nurses nec
261112 Systems Analyst
261211 Multimedia Specialist
261212 Web Developer
261311 Analyst Programmer
261312 Developer Programmer
261313 Software Engineer
261314 Software Tester
261317 Penetration Tester
261399 Software and Applications Programmers nec
262111 Database Administrator
262114 Cyber Governance Risk and Compliance Specialist
262115 Cyber Security Advice and Assessment Specialist
262116 Cyber Security Analyst
262117 Cyber Security Architect
262118 Cyber Security Operations Coordinator
263111 Computer Network and Systems Engineer
263112 Network Administrator
263113 Network Analyst
263211 ICT Quality Assurance Engineer
263213 ICT Systems Test Engineer
121311 Apiarist
133111 Construction Project Manager
133112 Project Builder
133211 Engineering Manager
225411 Sales Representative (Industrial Products)
233111 Chemical Engineer
233112 Materials Engineer
233211 Civil Engineer
233213 Quantity Surveyor
233214 Structural Engineer
233215 Transport Engineer
233311 Electrical Engineer
233915 Environmental Engineer
233999 Engineering Professionals nec
234111 Agricultural Consultant
234114 Agricultural Research Scientist
234115 Agronomist
234212 Food Technologist
234711 Veterinarian
241213 Primary School Teacher
241411 Secondary School Teacher
241511 Special Needs Teacher
241512 Teacher of the Hearing Impaired
241513 Teacher of the Sight Impaired
241599 Special Education Teachers nec
242211 Vocational Education Teacher / Polytechnic Teacher
251211 Medical Diagnostic Radiographer
251212 Medical Radiation Therapist
251214 Sonographer
251411 Optometrist
251511 Hospital Pharmacist
251513 Retail Pharmacist
251912 Orthotist or Prosthetist
251999 Health Diagnostic and Promotion Professionals nec
252312 Dentist
252411 Occupational Therapist
252511 Physiotherapist
252611 Podiatrist
252712 Speech Pathologist / Speech Language Therapist
253111 General Practitioner
253112 Resident Medical Officer
253311 Specialist Physician (General Medicine)
253312 Cardiologist
253313 Clinical Haematologist
253314 Medical Oncologist
253315 Endocrinologist
253316 Gastroenterologist
253317 Intensive Care Specialist
253318 Neurologist
253321 Paediatrician
253322 Renal Medicine Specialist
253323 Rheumatologist
253324 Thoracic Medicine Specialist
253399 Specialist Physicians nec
253411 Psychiatrist
253511 Surgeon (General)
253512 Cardiothoracic Surgeon
253513 Neurosurgeon
253514 Orthopaedic Surgeon
253515 Otorhinolaryngologist
253516 Pediatric Surgeon
253517 Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon
253518 Urologist
253521 Vascular Surgeon
253911 Dermatologist
253912 Emergency Medicine Specialist
253913 Obstetrician and Gynaecologist
253914 Ophthalmologist
253915 Pathologist
253917 Diagnostic and Interventional Radiologist
253999 Medical Practitioners nec
254212 Nurse Researcher
261111 ICT Business Analyst
261315 Cyber Security Engineer
261316 Devops Engineer
272311 Clinical Psychologist
272312 Educational Psychologist
272313 Organizational Psychologist
272399 Psychologists nec
411211 Dental Hygienist
411214 Dental Therapist

Visa Fees:

Visa Category

Type of applicant

Fee Effective from 1st July 22

Current Visa fee

Subclass 189

Main Applicant

 AUD 4240

AUD 4115

Applicant above 18 yrs

AUD 2160

AUD 2055

Applicant below 18 yrs

AUD 1060

AUD 1030

Subclass 190

Main Applicant

AUD 4240

AUD 4115

Applicant above 18 yrs

 AUD 2120

AUD 2060

Applicant below 18 yrs

AUD 1060

 AUD 1030

Subclass 491

Main Applicant

AUD 4240

AUD 4115

Applicant above 18 yrs

AUD 2120

AUD 2060

Applicant below 18 yrs

AUD 1060

AUD 1030

HOW AIS Overseas CAN HELP?

With one of the greatest Australian immigration departments in the world, AIS Overseas has submitted thousands of applications for Australian immigration. We can provide comprehensive help with:

  • Entire Application and Migration Processing Support from a Registered Migration Agent (RMA) in our Melbourne officePetition, Documentation, and Application Forms Obtaining Medical Assistance Documents
  • Support for petitioning for immigration and, if necessary, representation
  • Updates and, if necessary, follow-up regarding the preparation of the consulate visa interview
  • Job Search Support (at an additional cost)

Reach out to us to learn how we may assist you in finding employment in Australia once you graduate.

Frequently Asked Questions

For international students who have just graduated from an Australian educational institution, there is the Subclass 485 Temporary Graduate Visa. It enables you to live, work, and study in Australia after you graduate from college. As the primary applicant, students are only permitted to use this visa once.

Within six months after finishing your course, you must submit your application for a Subclass 485 Temporary Graduate Visa.

The Subclass 485 Temporary Graduate Visa for Australia has an application fee that starts at AUD 1,895.

Applicants for Australia's Subclass 485 Temporary Graduate Visa must meet the standards listed below:

  • You have to be a student who has changed from a Subclass 500 Visa within the previous six months.
  • During the processing period, you must have a valid Australia visa, such as a substantive visa or Bridging B or A.
  • You need to have sufficient health insurance for the term of your visa.
  • You have to be a successful graduate of a doctorate or master's program that is listed on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students or CRICOS.
  • Your credentials must be a higher education degree (Work Stream Post-study) or align with an occupation from the Work Stream SOL.
  • You have to be under 50 years old.
  • You have to meet the English language norms.
  • You had to be enrolled in the authorized course for at least two academic years and ninety-two weeks.
  • The authorized course must be completed in no less than 16 calendar months and must use English as the primary medium of teaching.
  • The visa application must be submitted within six months of the course's conclusion.
  • You have to meet the Australian Immigration Department's character and health requirements.
  • Obtaining accreditation from the industry body linked to your qualifications or skills could also be necessary.

In Australia, you can apply online to the Department of Home Affairs with the necessary paperwork. To ensure that your application is accepted, the necessary paperwork and the required visa application fee must be available.

The visa for temporary graduation differs based on the academic program. For the Graduate Work Stream, it takes 10 - 12 months; for the Post Study Work Stream, it takes 9 - 11 months to process an application.

A graduate temporary visa allows one to remain in Australia for a period of 2 to 4 years. The length of stay is determined by your eligibility.

You can apply for a second Post Study Work stream visa to extend your Graduate Temporary Visa.

To apply for a 485 visa, a person must be between the ages of 18 and 50.

Yes, a temporary graduate visa allows a person to bring family members into Australia. They must, however, be your immediate family members, such as your partner, children, spouse, or grandchildren.