Education
Graduate and post-study pathways
The Temporary Graduate visa
The Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) lets some international students stay in Australia after completing eligible study. It has different streams, and eligibility depends on your qualification, when you completed it, your age, English and other requirements. There is a strict time limit to apply after completing your course.
Education-to-migration pathways
For some graduates, study and work experience in Australia may provide a pathway to skilled or employer sponsored visas. This is never automatic. Eligibility depends on the visa and migration rules at the time you apply, your occupation, skills assessment, English, experience and other circumstances.
- Skilled visas consider occupation, skills assessment and points
- Employer sponsored visas depend on an employer and the role
- Regional visas have their own requirements and conditions
- Plan early: deadlines and rules affect what is possible
Thinking about skilled migration?
Get an indicative points estimate for subclasses 189, 190 and 491.
Frequently asked questions
Will I get permanent residence after my graduate visa?
The graduate visa is temporary. Some graduates later qualify for skilled or employer sponsored visas, but this depends on current rules and their circumstances, and it is not guaranteed.
When should I start planning for after my studies?
Ideally before you choose your course, and again well before you finish. Deadlines, occupation lists and visa rules can affect your options.
Who does what
So you know what to expect from us, and who makes each decision.
- Migration advice Visa advice is provided by a registered migration agent, based on current law and your circumstances.
- Education guidance We help you compare study options. Admission decisions are made by each education provider.
- Skills assessments We explain how skills assessments work. Assessments are decided by the relevant assessing authority.
- Government decisions Visa decisions are made by the Department of Home Affairs. No adviser can guarantee an outcome.
Plan your study with confidence
Book a consultation to talk through your course, provider and visa options.
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