Study Abroad | Australia Temporary Graduate Visa - What You Must Know To Apply

To be eligible for the visa, you will have to meet a specific set of criteria. These include:

• Being under 50 years of age - Already possessing your Australia student visa - Be awarded at least one degree, diploma or trade qualification

• Meet the Australian study requirement of a CRICOS-registered course and studied with an

  Australian education provider

• Your course should be at least two academic years (92) weeks study or not less than 16 calendar months

• Have taken an IELTS test with an overall band score of 6

• Have adequate health insurance while meeting the health requirement

• Choose only one stream in your application

While this might seem very overwhelming, it is achievable if you just go through point by point and slowly gather the documents needed. IDP counsellors can provide advice throughout the process.

As an extra note, it is essential that you start applying for your graduate visa once you have graduated and your institution has confirmed you have completed your course.

Applications done for this visa must be made within 6 months of the official date of completion of your studies.

With the Temporary Graduate Visa, you will be able to stay in Australia for between 4 to 6 years after your studies and you will be able to travel, work or further your studies during this period.

How long you can stay will depend on your level of Australian study qualification. Starting from July 2023, a bachelor’s degree entitles you to 4 years, while master's and doctor’s will grant you 5 and 6 years respectively.

It is essential to note that you cannot extend this visa once it expires and you only have 3 other options to continue staying in the country.

These are to:

• Apply for a second post-study work stream visa

• Apply for specific skilled work visas

• Apply for the pathway to permanent residency if you are a current or future temporary visa holder from Hong Kong

It is important to note that there are three different Temporary Graduate Visa Work Streams that you can apply for.

The Graduate Work Stream

This is for international students who have graduated with skills relevant to specific occupations that Australia needs

The Post-Study Work Stream

This visa is for international students who have recently graduated with a degree from an Australian Institution. You need a recent degree from a CRICOS-registered course.

Second Post-Study Work Stream

This visa is for international students who have held a first temporary graduate visa from the post-study workstream. It is like an extension.

It is important to note that processing time can range from 7 to 14 months, so applying as soon as possible is important.

To start applying, you will need to create an account at ImmiAccount and follow the instructions here.

If you are a graduate who holds a Hong Kong or British National Overseas Passport, under the Temporary Graduate Visa, you may stay for up to 6 years once you get your visa.

This gives you an added advantage in building your career in the country. In addition, you will also be able to access a migration pathway where you can apply for permanent residency after three to four years.

Through the subclass 191 and subclass 189 pathways, you’ll be able to gain permanent residency without having to meet the occupation or skill assessment requirements.

Embarking on your study adventure abroad to Australia can seem overwhelming with the different student visas available - but it doesn’t have to be so.

We can help!

From selecting the best universities, courses and application preparation, we are here to help you through the process!

At IDP, we have an experienced team of education counsellors that can answer your questions and support you and your family throughout your study abroad journey.

Get started with a free counselling session today.