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Temporary Graduate Visa (Subclass 485)

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Temporary Graduate Visa (Subclass 485)

The Temporary Graduate visa allows eligible international graduates to live and work in Australia after completing their studies.

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Temporary Graduate Visa (Subclass 485)

The Temporary Graduate visa allows eligible international graduates to live and work in Australia after completing their studies.

Streams Available

Post-Study Work Stream

Graduate Work Stream

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Pathways Beyond Study

Student and Graduate visas can form part of a longer-term migration strategy. Depending on your qualifications, work experience, and location, you may be eligible to progress to:

We help you plan ahead so today’s visa supports your future goals.


Important Information

Student and Graduate visas are subject to strict eligibility criteria, timing requirements, and policy changes. Lodging an incorrect or late application may result in refusal or loss of lawful status.

Professional advice is strongly recommended before applying.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about visas, eligibility, pathways, and migration processes.

Temporary visas allow individuals to live, study, or work in Australia for a limited period, while permanent visas provide indefinite stay, access to public services, and pathways to citizenship.

In many cases you can, however certain visa conditions may restrict concurrent applications. It is important to assess each pathway to avoid compliance conflicts.

Processing times vary significantly depending on the visa class, applicant circumstances, and Department of Home Affairs workload. Skilled visas may take months, while partner visas can take over a year.

Most skilled migration visas require a skills assessment from a recognised assessing authority to verify qualifications and occupational suitability.

Many visas allow dependants such as spouses and children to be added, providing shared pathways to residency and settlement.

Applicants must demonstrate intent to study, financial capacity, course relevance, and compliance with visa conditions throughout their stay.

A refusal does not always mean the end of the process. Appeals, ministerial intervention, or re-lodgement may be available depending on the refusal reason.

Many pathways offer temporary-to-permanent transitions, especially in skilled, employer-sponsored, and partner visa categories.

Eligibility generally includes residency requirements, good character, English proficiency, and passing a citizenship test.

Yes, employers must meet regulatory obligations, obtain sponsorship approval, and demonstrate genuine need for the sponsored role.