Subclass 485 Temporary Graduate Visa: Build Your Future in Australia

As of July 2026, the following stay periods apply:

• Bachelor's degree (including honours degrees): up to 2 years
• Masters (coursework and extended): up to 2 years
• Masters (research) and doctoral degree (PhD): up to 3 years.
• Hong Kong and British Overseas Passport Holders: up to 5 years

The Subclass 485 Temporary Graduate Visa entails specific costs:

Government Lodgement Fees: These fees are due within five days of your application's lodgement.

Professional Fees: Our firm generally requires payment of professional fees upon signing the service agreement. This ensures we can dedicate the necessary resources to your case.

Payment Methods: We accept credit cards for both government and professional fees.

The overall process involves two stages:

Preparation Time: The timeframe for gathering evidence, completing forms, and preparing your application typically ranges from 1 to 4 weeks. However, our firm can expedite the process for urgent cases.

Department of Home Affairs Processing Time: Current processing times can vary significantly. Here's the latest information as of July 2026 (always check the official website for the most up-to-date figures):

Subclass 485 Temporary Graduate Visa: 59–120 days

Please visit the Australian Government Department of Home Affairs website to learn more and monitor processing times.

Subclass 485 Temporary Graduate Visas involve substantial costs. Here's a breakdown for a Subclass 485 Temporary Graduate Visa application:

Government Lodgement Fees: The main applicant's fee is currently AUD $5,750, with additional fees for dependents (check the official website for the latest figures).

Professional Fees: Our professional fees depend on the complexity of your matter and the work involved. We set out a fixed written fee proposal after the initial discussion, so you know the cost before you commit.

Yes, Indian passport holders receive the following stay periods: (As of July 2026) 

• Bachelor degree (including honours): up to 2 years
• Bachelor degree (with first-class honours in STEM, including ICT): up to 3 years
• Masters (coursework, extended and research): up to 3 years
• Doctoral degrees (PhD): up to 4 years

Yes, Hong Kong and British overseas passport holders can receive up to 5 years of stay.

There are a number of possible pathways to PR after a graduate visa; some examples are:

1. Subclass 482 Temporary Skill Shortage Visa, then a Subclass 186 Employer-Sponsored PR Visa
2. Skilled Independent Subclass 189/190 Visa
3. Partner Visa (If you are in a relationship with an Australian)

Post-Vocational Education Work stream: This is for students who have graduated with a Diploma or other qualifications, not at the University level.

Post-Higher Education Work stream: This is for students who have graduated with a bachelor's degree and above from an Australian Institution.

Second Post-Higher Education Work stream: This is for students located in a regional area that may allow them to receive a second Graduate Visa.