The Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) allows eligible international students who have completed their studies in Australia to live, study and work temporarily after graduation.

The main streams are:

• Post-Vocational Education Work stream – generally for eligible associate degree, diploma or trade qualification graduates.

• Post-Higher Education Work stream – generally for eligible degree-level or higher education graduates.

Depending on the stream and qualification, visa holders may be able to remain in Australia for a temporary period while gaining work experience and planning their next steps.

Eligible graduates from designated regional areas may also qualify for a Second Post-Higher Education Work stream, which can provide an additional 1–2 years in Australia.

Applicants generally need to meet requirements relating to age, Australian study, English proficiency, health insurance, health and character.

Age requirement

Applicants must generally be aged 35 years or under when they apply. Exceptions apply for some applicants, including certain Masters by Research, PhD, Hong Kong and British National Overseas passport holders.

Common Eligibility Requirements

• Meet the relevant age requirement
• Complete eligible Australian study
• Meet English language requirements
• Hold adequate health insurance
• Meet health and character requirements
• Meet the requirements of the chosen 485 stream