Subclass 485

The Subclass 485 – Temporary Graduate Visa is designed for international students who have recently graduated from an Australian educational institution and want to stay in Australia temporarily to gain work experience or improve their English language skills. Here’s a detailed overview:

Subclass 485 – Temporary Graduate Visa

Purpose:

• This visa allows recent graduates to live, work, and study in Australia temporarily. It is often used to gain work experience relevant to their field of study.

Streams:

1.Graduate Work Stream:

For international students who have recently graduated with skills and qualifications that relate to an occupation on Australia’s Skilled Occupation List. This stream is aimed at graduates with qualifications that are highly relevant to occupations in demand in Australia.

- Duration: Up to 18 months.
- - Eligibility:
    - Must have completed a qualification that is closely related to an occupation on the Skilled Occupation List.
    - Must have applied for the visa within six months of holding a valid student visa.
    - Must have a positive skills assessment in the nominated occupation.

2.Post-Study Work Stream:

- For international students who have recently graduated with a higher education degree from an Australian educational institution. This stream allows graduates to work in Australia for a longer period, regardless of their field of study.
- Duration:
  - Graduates with a Bachelor or Master’s degree: Up to 2 years.
  - Graduates with a Master’s degree by research: Up to 3 years.
  - Graduates with a Doctoral degree: Up to 4 years.
- Eligibility:
  - Must have completed a higher education degree from an Australian educational institution.
  - Must apply for the visa within six months of holding a valid student visa.
  - Must meet the English language requirement and health and character checks.

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Key Features:

• Work Rights : Allows you to work full-time in any occupation.

• Study Rights :You can continue to study while on this visa.

• Family Members : You can include eligible family members in your application.

Application Process:

• Check Eligibility : Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria for the stream you are applying under.

• Prepare Documents : Gather required documentation, including proof of your qualifications, skills assessment (for Graduate Work Stream), English language proficiency, and health and character checks.

• Apply for Visa : Submit your visa application online through the ImmiAccount portal.

Pathway to Permanent Residency:

• The Subclass 485 visa can provide a pathway to permanent residency if you gain relevant work experience and meet other requirements for skilled migration visas, such as the Subclass 186 or Subclass 189 visas.

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