Under the post-study work stream of graduate visa, international students who have recently graduated from an Australian institution can work, study, and live in Australia temporarily. Under this visa, you can bring in your immediate family members. A Graduate visa is usually granted for 2 to 4 years with no provision for extension.

Eligibility Requirements:

If you wish to work in Australia after completing your studies, you must have a valid graduate visa. Besides, you must have recently attained a degree from an Australian institute. In addition, you can’t be above 50 years of age to claim benefits under the graduate visa.

  • Be under 50 years of age.
  • Be granted a graduate visa
  • Hold an eligible qualification
  • Meet the Australian study requirement
  • Prove your English language proficiency
  • Have studied with a CRICOS-registered Institute
  • Have adequate health insurance
  • Meet the health requirements
  • Meet the character requirements
  • Sign the Australian values statement
  • Have no debt to the Australian Government
  • Not have had a visa canceled or refused

Stay:

2 to 4 years

Benefits:

  • Live, study and work in Australia temporarily
  • Find full-time employment for yourself in any sector
  • Stay in Australia temporarily after you have finished your studies
  • Have your immediate family members stay with you, if applicable
  • You may be eligible to apply for a second Post Study Work stream visa
  • Travel to and from Australia as many times as you want
  • You are protected by Australian workplace law