Subclass 485: Temporary Graduate Visa
Understand your eligibility, choose the right stream, know the costs and gather the required documents to prepare your 485 visa application with confidence.
What is a temporary graduate 485 Visa?
The Subclass 485 Temporary Graduate visa allows recent international graduates to live, work, and study in Australia temporarily after completing their course.
It helps graduates gain Australian work experience and explore future visa options, including skilled migration and employer sponsorship.
Work Anywhere
Unlimited work rights across Australia
Continue Studying
Enroll in further courses if desired
Travel Freely
Multiple entry visa for duration
Choose Your Stream
Who is Eligible?
You may be eligible for a Subclass 485 Temporary Graduate Visa if you meet all of the following requirements:
How Long Can I Stay?
Are you an Indian National?
Indian graduates get longer stay periods under AI-ECTA agreement
| Qualification | Standard Duration | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor Degree | 2 Years | |
| Masters (Coursework) | 2 Years | AI-ECTA Benefit |
| Masters (Research) | 3 Years | |
| Doctoral (PhD) | 3 Years | AI-ECTA Benefit |
| Hong Kong/BNO Passport | 5 Years | Special Stream |
English Proficiency Requirements
As of 2026, you must demonstrate competent English proficiency unless you hold a passport from UK, USA, Canada, New Zealand, or Ireland.
Note: Acceptable minimum scores – Test taken on or after 7 August 2025
| Test Sub-skill | C1 Advanced | CELPIP General ↗ | IELTS Academic ↗ | IELTS General Training ↗ | LANGUAGECERT Academic ↗ | MET ↗ | OET* ↗ | PTE Academic ↗ | TOEFL iBT ↗ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | Not accepted | 8 | 6.5 | 6.5 | 67 | 58 | 1310 | 55 | 81 |
| Listening | Not accepted | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 49 | 53 | 260 | 40 | 12 |
| Reading | Not accepted | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 54 | 51 | 280 | 42 | 12 |
| Writing | Not accepted | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 56 | 51 | 260 | 41 | 14 |
| Speaking | Not accepted | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 62 | 43 | 310 | 39 | 17 |
IELTS (Academic)
PTE (Academic)
Required Documents
Ensure you have all the necessary documents ready before submitting your 485 visa application. Download our comprehensive checklists below to stay organized.
Visa Passport
Valid passport with at least 6 months validity, certified copy of bio-data page
Eligible Visa
Current Australian student visa or bridging visa documentation
Course Completion
Completion letter, academic transcripts, and CRICOS registration evidence
Eligible Test
IELTS, PTE, or other approved English test results (if not exempt)
AFP Check
Australian Federal Police character check and overseas police certificates
OVHC Insurance
Overseas Visitors Health Cover for entire visa period
Document Submission Tips:
- • All documents must be certified copies or originals
- • Non-English documents require NAATI-certified translations
- • Documents must be current and not expired at time of application
- • Keep digital and physical copies for your records
Fees & Surcharges (2026)
$5,750 AUD
Primary Applicant (Base Fee)
Additional Costs
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the 485 visa process
The Subclass 485 Temporary Graduate visa allows international students who have recently graduated from an Australian educational institution to live, work, and study in Australia temporarily after completing their studies.