The 485 (Graduate Temporary) visa is a temporary graduate visa that allows international students who have completed a course of study in Australia to live, work, and study in Australia for up to 18 months after graduation.

There are two streams of the 485 visa: The Graduate Work stream and the Post-Study Work stream. The eligibility criteria and length of stay depend on the stream and the individual’s qualifications and circumstances.

Eligibility

• You must be under 50 years of age.
• You must hold an eligible visa.
• You must have held a student visa in the last 6 months.
• You must have a recent qualification in a CRICOS-registered course.
• You must nominate one stream only – it is not possible to change visa streams after you apply.
• You must attach specified evidence when you apply.

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