Guide - Temporary Graduate Visa (SC 485) | MJLegal
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Guide - Temporary graduate visa

The temporary graduate visa (subclass 485) is an option for international students who have completed their studies in Australia and want to stay in the country to gain work experience. This visa allows eligible graduates to live and work in Australia for a period of 18 months to 5 years, depending on their qualifications. In this guide, we cover:

  • What is the temporary graduate visa program?
  • What are the SC 485 streams?
  • Common eligibility requirements
  • What can you do on the subclass 485 visa
  • Graduate work stream
  • Post-study work stream
  • Secondary post study work stream
  • Specific eligibility requirements
  • Department fees

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