Temporary Graduate Visa

Work freely in Australia after your Australian degree

Best for: International graduates who studied in Australia and want work experience to build PR points

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Points test

This visa is not points-tested. Eligibility depends on the specific requirements for the subclass rather than a points score.

Key facts at a glance

Visa type

Temporary

Validity

2-4 years (post-study) / 18 months (graduate work)

Work rights

Full unrestricted - any employer, any role

Pathway to PR

No direct PR - bridge visa to skilled migration (189/190/491)

Application fee

AUD $4,600 (doubled from 1 March 2026)

Processing time

2-4 weeks (post-higher ed stream) / up to 4 months (vocational stream)

Age limit

Under 50

Occupation lists

No occupation restriction

Employer sponsorship

Not required

State nomination

Not required

Strengths

No employer, no sponsor, no points test needed
Full work rights - any job, any employer
Gain Australian work experience to boost PR points
Fast processing - post-higher ed stream often 2-4 weeks

Things to weigh up

Fee doubled to AUD $4,600 from March 2026
Must have completed a degree in Australia
Temporary - no direct pathway to PR
Time pressure to build points before it expires

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General information only, not personal migration advice. Fees, points settings, occupation lists and eligibility are set by the Australian Government and change regularly; always confirm current details with the Department of Home Affairs. Afrovo is QEAC-certified and coordinates formal visa lodgement with MARA-partnered registered migration agents.