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Graduate visas in Australia

Subclass 485 and 476—post-study temporary pathways with full guides, matching hero images, and onward migration planning.

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Graduate visa pathways after Australian study
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485 · 476
Skills pathway

Graduate pathways

Subclass 485 Temporary Graduate visa hero image
485
Subclass 476 Skilled Recognised Graduate visa hero image
476
Pick the stream that matches where you studied, what you studied, and when you completed.

Choose your graduate subclass

Open the dedicated visa page for streams, checklists, FAQs, and timelines.

Core eligibility framework

High-level checks before you commit time and fees to a subclass.

  • Subclass-specific qualification, institution, and timing rules met at application.
  • Australian study requirement (485) or specified engineering award (476) evidenced clearly.
  • English, health insurance (485), health and character requirements satisfied.
  • Age limits and prior visa history checked against current instruments.
  • Consistent claims across forms, transcripts, and supporting uploads.

Document checklist snapshot

Themes that repeat across these subclasses—each visa page expands this list.

  • Completion letters, testamur, and transcripts for claimed qualifications.
  • Passport, relationship evidence, and dependant documents if family included.
  • English tests; adequate health insurance evidence for 485 as policy requires.
  • Police clearances and health examination outcomes when requested.

Graduate visa process

Structured evidence and lodgement sequencing protect your completion window.

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Subclass and stream fit based on course, completion date, and profile.

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Evidence architecture: completion, enrolment history, identity, and relationship documents.

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English tests, health exams, and police checks sequenced for valid decision windows.

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ImmiAccount lodgement with quality checks on every attachment.

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Post-grant compliance briefing and onward skilled or employer pathway planning.

Common refusal risk patterns

  • Missing the application window after course completion or award date.
  • Wrong stream or misunderstanding of Australian study months.
  • Invalid English or insurance arrangements at lodgement or decision.
  • Qualification or institution not meeting specified criteria (especially for 476).

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Frequently asked questions

485 vs 476 and family inclusion.

What is the difference between 485 and 476?
485 is primarily for graduates who completed eligible study in Australia. 476 targets eligible overseas engineering graduates from specified institutions, with different age and qualification rules.
Can I include family?
Eligible partners and dependants can often be included with complete relationship and health evidence.
Do these visas lead to PR?
Both are temporary. Many clients transition to skilled or employer-sponsored pathways if eligibility is met later.
Should I book a consultation before I finish my course?
Yes — stream selection and timing are easier when planned before your completion date.
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