Temporary Graduate Visa
(subclass 485)

• Must be under 50 years of age.

• Must hold an eligible visa.

• Should have held a student visa in the last 6 months.

• Must have a recent qualification from a CRICOS-registered course.

• Can nominate only one stream; changing visa streams after applying is not possible.

• Must attach specified evidence during application.

Graduate Work Stream

• For students with qualifications relevant to specific occupations Australia needs

• Duration can be up to 18 months, with certain exceptions allowing up to 24 months or 5 years for specific passport holders

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Post-Study Work Stream

• For students who graduated with a degree from an Australian institution

• Duration is usually between 2 and 4 years, with some exceptions

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Second Post-Study Work Stream

• For those who graduated from an Australian institution in a regional area

• Duration varies between 1 and 4 years based on several factors

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Replacement Stream

• For current and former Visa 485 holders who lost time on their original visa due to COVID-19 travel restrictions

• Duration is usually between 18 months and 6 years

Varies by stream, starting from AUD745.00 to AUD1,895.00

90% of applications: 5 Months

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