Temporary Graduate Visa (subclass 485)

Temporary graduate visa or subclass 485 visa is temporary visa that allows international student who have recently graduated from an Australian CRICOS registered course to live, work and gain valuable work experience in Australia. It also provides a pathway to other visas such as Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189) or Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190) which could lead from temporary residence to permanent residency.  

Benefits of Temporary Graduate 485 Visa 

• You can bring your family members with you
• You and family members are eligible to live, work and study in Australia
• You can travel in and out of Australia freely throughout the duration of your visa. 

If you have just graduated and are willing to obtain the post study work visa (Subclass 485), Book a free consultation with Search Education for detailed information. We will assist you through the entire application process of 485 visa, from providing guidance and preparing necessary documentation to identifying potential job opportunities.

This visa is divided into three streams: 

Post-Vocational Education Work stream (previously called Graduate Work stream) 

This visa is for international graduates who have relevant qualifications to specific occupations that are high demand in Australia. With this visa, you can live, study and work in Australia temporarily. 

Quick Overview: 

• You can work both full-time and part-time in Australia. 
• You can bring family members with you. 
• You must hold a qualification that matches an occupation listed on Australia's Skilled Occupation List (SOL). 
• This stream is for applicants who meet the Temporary Graduate Visa study requirement and have completed associate degree, diploma, or trade qualification only. 

Post-Higher Education Work stream (previously called Post-Study Work stream) 

This visa is for overseas students who recently got a degree from an Australian institution. With this visa, you can live, work and study in Australia temporarily.  

Quick Overview: 

• You are eligible to work in Australia. 
• You can bring family members with you. 
• You must complete your degree from the CRICOS-registered course. 
• This stream is for applicants who meet the Temporary Graduate Visa study requirement and have degree level qualification or higher. 

Second Post-Higher Education Work stream (previously called Second Post-Study Work stream) 

This visa is for temporary graduates who have degree from an Australian Institution in a regional area and are currently holding a Post-Higher Education Work, Post-Study Work or Replacement visa. You can live, work and study in Australia temporarily through this visa stream. 

Quick Overview: 

• You can work in Australia. 
• You can bring family members with you. 

• You should be under 35 years of age (exceptions apply).
• For Hong Kong or British National Overseas passport holders, the age limit is 50 years old.
• You must meet Australia qualification requirements.
• You must be residing in Australia at the time of lodging your visa application.
• You must meet eligibility criteria of each 485 visa stream.
• You must have held a student visa within the last 6 months.
• Your course must be registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS). 

• A valid passport and other qualification documents.
• Good English proficiency test score (IELTS, PTE, or TOEFL).
• Must provide proof of sufficient health insurance for all applicants when applying.
• Medical certificate (if including family members, their certificates are also required).
• You must provide proof that you have applied for an Australian Federal Police before lodging your visa application. 

Please note that visa rules and requirements are subject to change. Please consult Search Education for the most up-to-date information. 

The application process for the Subclass 485 visa can overwhelm even qualified graduates. Search Education is here to assist you with the application process for a Temporary Graduate Visa. We are registered with the Migration Agents Registration Authority (MARA) and have expert knowledge of the 485 visa and its application process. 

STEP 1: Check your eligibility status for subclass 485 visa from Search Education. 

STEP 2: Prepare all the required documents. 

STEP 3: Create and sign into your ImmiAccount. 

STEP 4: Complete all the online application forms. 

STEP 5: Upload your documents and pay the application fee. 

STEP 6: Wait for Australian Department of Home Affairs to review your visa application. 

STEP 7: If approved, you will be granted 485 visa. 

Search Education is an established migration agent in Sydney, Australia, providing professional advice and support for the Subclass 485. 

Assistance with Visa Transitions 

Search Education can provide advice on what you can do once your Subclass 485 visa expires, whether to pursue further study or apply for permanent residence through the skilled migration route. For instance, if you want to transition from a Temporary Graduate Visa to another visa (e.g., Employer-Sponsored Visas or Skilled Migration Visas), Search Education can provide advice on how you can proceed through the visa process and meet eligibility criteria. 

Skills and Assessment Preparation 

For the Graduate Work Stream, you can be asked to undergo a skills assessment. Search Education can assist you with the process and assist in preparing documentation needed for a successful application. 

Visa Application & Documentation Support 

Our certified migration agent will assist you in preparing and lodging a 485 Visa application to ensure that your documents are accurate. We assure you that your documents meet Australian immigration requirements to avoid processing delays. 

Migration Consultation with a Registered Agent 

We are registered with the Migration Agents Registration Authority (MARA) and have in-depth knowledge of what it takes to secure a visa approval from the Australian Immigration Department. Our authorized agents have thorough knowledge of all three categories of the 485 visa and provide current information on the current visa rules and processing times.