Temporary Graduate Visa
Services for international graduates in Australia, including eligibility checks, document preparation, post-study options and future education planning.
Completed your studies in Australia? iWise Education can help you organise your academic information, understand the next steps after graduation and prepare for a more structured transition from study to your future plans.
Review Your Study
Look at your completed qualification, study history and relevant academic records.
Check Your Options
Understand the post-study pathway and the information relevant to your circumstances.
Plan What Comes Next
Organise documents and consider your future work, education or study direction.
Key Eligibility Checks Before You Apply
Before preparing a Subclass 485 Visa application, it is important to review your age, current visa status, completed Australian study and the supporting evidence relevant to your stream.
Age Requirement
Applicants are generally required to be 35 years of age or under when applying, although specific exceptions apply in certain circumstances.
Current & Previous Visa Status
Check that you hold an eligible visa and meet the requirements relating to your recent Student visa history before lodging.
Australian Study Requirement
Your qualification must meet the applicable Australian study requirements, including eligible study completed through a CRICOS-registered course.
English & Health Insurance Evidence
Relevant applicants need to provide evidence that they meet the required English standard and have adequate health insurance when required.
Character & Supporting Documents
Required evidence can include identity records, academic documents and evidence that an Australian Federal Police check has been applied for.
Stream-Specific Requirements
Some applicants, particularly under the vocational pathway, may also need an eligible nominated occupation and relevant skills assessment evidence.
Understand Your Stay, Work and Study Options
Once a Subclass 485 Visa is granted, eligible holders can live, work and study in Australia temporarily. The length of stay depends on the stream, qualification and individual circumstances.
Our study abroad consultants can help you compare further study options if education remains part of your longer-term plan in Australia.
The Post-Vocational Education Work stream generally allows eligible graduates to stay temporarily in Australia for up to 18 months.
Eligible bachelor and masters coursework graduates generally receive up to 2 years, while masters research and doctoral graduates may receive up to 3 years.
Work
Eligible holders can work during their stay, subject to the conditions attached to their visa.
Study
You can undertake further study while your visa remains valid, subject to applicable conditions.
Travel
You can travel outside Australia and return while your visa is valid.
Next Study Step
Our educational consultants can help you explore suitable courses if further education supports your future plans.
Stay periods and eligibility can vary for specific passport holders and individual circumstances. Always check the conditions shown in your visa grant notice and current Department of Home Affairs requirements.
Prepare for Your Temporary Graduate Visa with a Clear Plan
Moving from student life to your next stage in Australia involves more than collecting documents. iWise Education helps you organise your study information, understand what needs attention and plan your future education options with greater clarity.
Review Your Study History
We begin by looking at your completed Australian qualification, academic records, course dates and previous study information.
Organise Your Key Documents
Our study abroad consultants can help you organise your education records and supporting information before you move forward with your next step.
Understand What Needs Attention
We help you identify gaps or missing study information that may need to be reviewed before progressing with a Subclass 485 Visa pathway.
Consider Your Future Education
If further study is part of your plan, our educational consultants can help you compare suitable courses and education providers based on your previous study and future goals.
Start with Your Study History and Current Situation
Speak with iWise Education about your completed studies, documents and future education plans in Australia.
iWise Education can support students with education planning, study-record organisation and course-related information. Where regulated immigration advice is required, advice should be obtained from an appropriately authorised immigration professional.
Temporary Graduate Visa FAQs
Find clear answers to common questions international graduates ask after completing their studies in Australia.
How do I know which graduate stream may apply to me?
The relevant stream generally depends on the qualification you completed and your individual circumstances. Review your course, qualification level and study history before deciding which pathway needs further checking.
What documents should I organise after graduation?
Start by organising your passport details, completion letter, academic transcripts, previous visa information and other supporting records relevant to your circumstances. Additional evidence may be required depending on the pathway.
Can I work in Australia after my graduate visa is granted?
Eligible graduate visa holders can generally work during their temporary stay in Australia. You should always check the conditions attached to your individual visa grant.
Can I study another course while holding a graduate visa?
Further study may be possible while your visa remains valid, subject to the conditions that apply to you. Our educational consultants can help you compare suitable courses and providers if further education forms part of your next plan.
Does completing a course automatically make me eligible?
No. Completing a course by itself does not confirm eligibility. Your age, visa history, qualification, Australian study record and other applicable requirements need to be considered together.
Can my previous study affect my graduate pathway?
Your completed qualification, course duration, study history and other academic information can all be relevant. Keeping accurate records makes it easier to review your situation properly.
What if I want to continue studying after graduation?
Our study abroad consultants can help you explore further study options based on your previous qualification, preferred field, education goals and the type of course you want to pursue next.
Can iWise Education help me review my situation?
Yes. iWise Education can help you organise your study records, review your education history, identify relevant information and plan suitable future study options. Where regulated immigration advice is required, you should speak with an appropriately authorised immigration professional.
Visa requirements and individual circumstances can change. Always confirm current requirements with the Australian Department of Home Affairs before making an application.
Finished Your Studies? Plan What Comes Next.
Speak with iWise Education about your completed qualification, academic records, document preparation and future study options in Australia.
Review your completed study history
Organise relevant academic documents
Explore suitable future education options
Start with a Review of Your Situation
Tell us where you are now and what you are planning next. Our team can help you organise the education side of your next move.