Temporary Graduate Visa Australia

Post-Study Work Visa and Temporary Graduate Visa: Work Permit Eligibility in Australia

Australia provides international students with excellent opportunities to work after graduation through the Post-Study Work Visa and the Temporary Graduate Visa (Subclass 485). These options allow graduates to gain valuable work experience in Australia and enhance their career prospects. Here’s everything you need to know:

Work Permit Eligibility Criteria

1. Post-Study Work Visa Duration Based on Degree Level:

   • Bachelor’s Degree: 2 years of post-study work rights.
   • Master’s Degree or Research Degree: 3 years of post-study work rights.
   • PhD: 4 years of post-study work rights.

2. Temporary Graduate Visa (Subclass 485):

   • Divided into two streams:
     • Post-Study Work Stream: For graduates with a degree from an Australian institution.
     • Graduate Work Stream: For students who don’t meet the criteria for the post-study work stream but have skills in demand on the skilled occupation list.

Key Features of the Temporary Graduate Visa

1. Graduate Work Stream:

   • Designed for international students with qualifications relevant to jobs on Australia’s skilled occupation list.
   • Visa duration: 18 months.

2. Post-Study Work Stream:

   • For students who graduated with a higher education degree in Australia.
   • Visa duration: Depends on qualification level (2–4 years as outlined above).

Eligibility Criteria

To apply for a Post-Study Work Visa or Temporary Graduate Visa, international students must meet the following:

1. Study Requirements:

   • Study in an English-medium institution in Australia for a minimum of 2 years.
   • Course duration must span at least 16 calendar months while holding a valid student visa.
   • Course must be registered with CRICOS (Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students).

2. English Language Proficiency:

   • Must achieve an IELTS score of at least 6.0 in all four components (Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking) or an equivalent score in other approved English tests.

3. Visa History:

   • Applicants must have held an eligible student visa applied for after November 5, 2011, with Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) compliance.

4. Skill Assessment (Graduate Work Stream Only):

   • Applicants under this stream must undergo a skills assessment for occupations listed on the Skilled Occupation List.

Important Notes

• Temporary Visa:
  Both the Post-Study Work Visa and Temporary Graduate Visa are temporary. They cannot be renewed or converted directly into permanent residency.

• No Permanent Residency Link:
  These visas are not tied to skilled migration programs, but they can provide work experience that may enhance eligibility for other visa pathways.

Purpose of Post-Study and Temporary Graduate Visas

• Attract international students to Australia.
• Allow graduates to gain work experience in a global environment.
• Provide opportunities to build professional networks and apply skills in real-world settings.

For personalized advice or assistance with your application, contact our education and migration counselors. Let us guide you to a successful post-study experience in Australia!