Temporary Graduate Visa (Subclass 485)

The Subclass 485 visa is a fantastic opportunity for eligible international students who have recently graduated from an Australian educational institution. It allows you to live, study, and, most importantly, gain valuable full-time work experience in Australia temporarily.

Key Streams & Benefits:

• Post-Study Work Stream: For graduates with a Bachelor, Masters, or Doctoral degree. Allows a stay of 2 to 4 years, depending on the qualification.
• Graduate Work Stream: For graduates with qualifications relevant to specific occupations on Australia’s skilled occupation list. Typically allows a stay of up to 18 months.
• Gain practical Australian work experience, enhancing your global employability.
• Improves your eligibility and points for future skilled migration visas.

General Eligibility Requirements:

This visa has strict criteria. We help you confirm your eligibility, which generally includes:

• Being under 50 years of age.
• Holding an eligible visa (like a Student Visa) at the time of application.
• Meeting the two-year ‘Australian study requirement’.
• Meeting English language, health, and character requirements.
• Holding a recent, eligible qualification from a CRICOS-registered course.

How Rigpa House Helps:

Timing and accuracy are critical for a successful 485 visa application. We help you identify the correct stream, ensure you meet the Australian study requirement, prepare all necessary documentation including skills assessments (if required), and lodge your application within the strict timeframes after completing your studies.