Temporary Graduate Visa Subclass 485

Overview

The Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) is for eligible international graduates after Australian study. It has streams connected to vocational qualifications and higher education qualifications, with different criteria and stay periods.

The Department identifies requirements relating to age, an eligible visa, recent Australian study in a CRICOS-registered course, the correct stream, health insurance, and required evidence at lodgement. Exceptions can apply to some criteria.

Temporary Graduate Visa Subclass 485 Requirements

The points below are a general orientation to the current government material. Meeting one item does not establish eligibility, and criteria can differ by stream or applicant circumstances.

• An applicant must use the stream that matches the qualification and circumstances.
• The timing of the application after holding a Student visa is important.
• Some streams require a nominated occupation and skills assessment evidence.
• English, health insurance, health and character requirements apply.
• It is not possible to change streams after applying, according to the Department's current overview.

Temporary Graduate Visa Subclass 485 Document Checklist

Evidence planning can include identity, Australian study and completion records, English results, health insurance, police-check evidence and, for the relevant stream, occupation and skills-assessment material. Some evidence must be attached when the application is lodged.

• Use the visa page's step-by-step instructions and any document checklist linked from it.
• Provide accurate, consistent information and clear colour scans of requested documents.
• Arrange English translations in the form required by the Department.
• Check whether health examinations, police certificates, biometrics, skills evidence or sponsor documents are requested.

How to Apply for Temporary Graduate Visa Subclass 485

Because subclass 485 criteria include time-sensitive elements, applicants should read the current stream page and gather mandatory-at-lodgement evidence before submitting through ImmiAccount.

• Confirm the correct visa and stream on the Department of Home Affairs website.
• Read every eligibility and step-by-step section that applies to the applicant and any family members.
• Use ImmiAccount for the application unless the official page instructs otherwise.
• Keep contact, passport and circumstances information current after lodgement.
• Read the written decision and, if granted, check all conditions in the grant letter and VEVO.

Temporary Graduate Visa Subclass 485 Fees, Processing Times and Conditions

Visa charges can change and may include additional applicant charges, later instalments or separate costs. Use the official Visa Pricing Estimator for the intended lodgement date.

Published processing times describe recently decided applications and are a guide only. They are not a promise for an individual application. Check the official processing-time guide and respond promptly if the Department requests more information.

Visa conditions are legally significant and vary. A visa holder should use the grant letter and Visa Entitlement Verification Online (VEVO) to check the conditions attached to the granted visa.