Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485)
Who it's for: For international students who have finished their studies in Australia and want to stay to live, study and work; streams include Post-Higher Education Work and Post-Vocational Education Work.
Information, not immigration advice. This page summarises what the government publishes. Confirm every figure on the official page before you pay or apply.
Last checked 6 Nov 2026
Requirements at a glance
- Minimum education: Vocational qualification
- Language: Overall: IELTS Academic 6.5, IELTS General Training 6.5, PTE Academic 55, TOEFL iBT 81, CELPIP General 8, LANGUAGECERT Academic 67, MET 58, OET 1310 (tests taken on or after 7 August 2025), with minimum sub-skill scores (CELPIP General, IELTS Academic, IELTS General Training, LANGUAGECERT Academic, MET, OET, PTE Academic, TOEFL iBT) · about CEFR B2
- Age limit: Up to 35
- Main fee: A$5,750
- Family can join: Yes
- Decision time: Official processing-time tool
Figures and costs
| Item | Amount | In your currency | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main fee | A$5,750 | — | immi.homeaffairs.gov.auOfficial · 6 Nov 2026 |
Figures marked check could not be confirmed on a live official page, or come from a secondary source.
What the official pages say
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Minimum educationVocational qualificationOfficial wording
“This visa is for international students who have recently graduated with an associate degree, diploma or trade qualification relevant to an occupation Australia needs.”
LanguageOverall: IELTS Academic 6.5, IELTS General Training 6.5, PTE Academic 55, TOEFL iBT 81, CELPIP General 8, LANGUAGECERT Academic 67, MET 58, OET 1310 (tests taken on or after 7 August 2025), with minimum sub-skill scores (CELPIP General, IELTS Academic, IELTS General Training, LANGUAGECERT Academic, MET, OET, PTE Academic, TOEFL iBT) · about CEFR B2Official wording
“In the 12 months immediately before the day you apply for your visa, you must have scored one of the specified results below.”
Age limitUp to 35Official wording
“You must be 35 years of age or under when you apply.”
Main feeA$5,750Official wording
“Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) - Post-Higher Education Work stream AUD5,750.00”
Family can joinYesOfficial wording
“You can include members of your family unit in your application when you apply, if they are in Australia.”
Decision timeOfficial processing-time tool ↗Official wording
“This will show the processing times for recently decided applications.”
We have not yet recorded: Job offer needed; Study place needed; Work experience; Money to show; Salary threshold; Can lead to permanent residence; Occupation list. That does not mean there is no rule — confirm on the official page. Official page.
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