Temporary Skilled Graduate (SC 485) Visa
This visa allows international students who graduated recently from Australian institutions to live, study and work in Australia temporarily for a specified time.
There are 2 Streams under this visa:
1. Graduate Work Stream
2. Post-Study Work Stream
Following table summarises the difference and eligibility for each stream:
| Graduate Stream | Post-Study Work Stream | |
| Australian Qualification | Diploma or Trades Qualifications | Bachelor Degree or higher |
| Minimum duration of study | At least 2 academic years in Australia | At least 2 academic years in Australia |
| Combine qualifications | Qualifications must be closely related | Yes |
| Nominated occupation | Must be in MLTSSL | No requirement |
| Skills Assessment | Must apply before lodging visa. | Not required |
| Timeframe to lodge | Within 6 months of completion of study | Within 6 months of completion of study |
| Duration of visa grant | 18 months | 2-4 years (depends on qualification) |
| English language requirement | Competent English evidence | Competent English evidence |
| Character requirements | Must apply for AFP Clearance before lodging | Must apply for AFP Clearance before lodging |
| Health Insurance | Valid health insurance or equivalent | Valid health insurance or equivalent |
| Family members | Can be included at time of application or later | Can be included at time of application or later |
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