Temporary Graduate Visa (subclass 485)

The Temporary Graduate Visa (subclass 485) is a visa for international students who have recently graduated from an Australian university or college. It allows you to live, work, and study in Australia for a period of time after graduation.

There are two streams of the Temporary Graduate Visa:

  • Graduate Work Stream: This stream is for graduates who have completed a qualification from the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL). You can stay in Australia for up to 18 months on this stream.
  • Post-Study Work Stream: This stream is for graduates who have completed a bachelor's degree, master's degree, or PhD from an Australian university. You can stay in Australia for up to 4 years on this stream.

To be eligible for the Temporary Graduate Visa, you must meet the following requirements:

  • You must be a citizen of a country other than Australia.
  • You must have graduated from an Australian university or college with a valid student visa.
  • Your qualification must be from the MLTSSL (for the Graduate Work Stream) or from an Australian university (for the Post-Study Work Stream).
  • You must have enough money to support yourself and your dependents while you are in Australia.

The processing time for the Temporary Graduate Visa is usually between 9 and 12 months.

If you are interested in applying for the Temporary Graduate Visa, you can do so online through the Department of Home Affairs website.

Here are some of the benefits of the Temporary Graduate Visa:

  • You can gain valuable work experience in Australia.
  • You can network with professionals in your field.
  • You can explore Australia and its culture.
  • You can improve your English language skills.
  • You can apply for permanent residency in Australia after you have completed the visa requirements.

If you are an international student who is interested in staying in Australia after graduation, the Temporary Graduate Visa is a great option. It can help you gain valuable work experience, network with professionals, and explore Australia.

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