Australia•OceaniaTemporary Graduate visa (subclass 485)
At a Glance
Processing Time
~58 days
Application Fee
1,435 AUD
Stay Duration
1.5 to 3 years
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Post-study work visa for recent Australian graduates. Allows graduates to live, work, and study in Australia temporarily after completing their course. Multiple streams available.
The Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) allows international students who have recently graduated from Australian educational institutions to stay in Australia to live, work, and study. Multiple streams are available depending on qualification level.
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Requirements
Personal
Criminal Record Policy
case_by_case
Education
Bachelor or higher
Language
English
Intermediate
English
Intermediate
English
Intermediate
English
Intermediate
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
With validity for duration of intended stay
Passport photo
Recent digital photo
Academic qualification
Degree certificate and transcripts from Australian institution
Proof of funds
Evidence of financial capacity
Health insurance
Valid coverage for duration of stay
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Advantages
- Allows unrestricted work
- Pathway to permanent residency through skilled migration
- Can study and work simultaneously
- Can bring dependents
Considerations
- Time-limited temporary visa
- Must have recently graduated from Australian institution
- Subject to health and character requirements
Application Process
Graduate from Australian institution
Complete degree or qualification at registered Australian provider
Create ImmiAccount
Register on the immigration portal
Gather required documents
Collect academic transcripts, passport, proof of funds
Complete application form
Fill in online application
Upload documents
Submit supporting documentation
Pay visa fee
Pay AUD 1,435 application fee
Await decision
Monitor application status
Application Forms
Temporary Graduate visa application
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