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Important 485 Visa Changes
As this Labor Government strive to reform the migration program and visas to better suit Australia’s needs; much focus has been on those visas surrounding skills and employers. Making sure people are skilled through better skills assessments; ensuring students are studying in areas and with education providers that will provide quality graduates; and that those graduates have the opportunity to put those learnt skills into paying practice, fulfilling the skills shortage Australia suffered due to the COVID pandemic.
So what changes have been made to the Post-Study Graduate Work 485 Visa and when do they come into action? These changes will come into effect on 01 JULY 2024. In my humble opinion, this is not ideal as many students may not have received their formal examination results in order to confirm their completion of study, but as usual, we need to roll with the punches and get everything in order regardless.
Other important things to rememberThis is key … the 485 visa does not offer a “grace” period if you happen to overstay your visa, as is applicable to the Student visa. If you overstay your visa, you will not meet criteria to apply for the 485 visa directly. You will need to find another pathway.
You will need your formal completion letter and academic transcript to demonstrate that you have a course that relates to an occupation on the list and also that you meet the minimum study period required. You do not need to have received your certificate nor attended your graduation.
Have your English test completed. Do not wait until your studies are coming to an end and your visa is due for expiry. Tests can book out closer to those months where studies and visas are ending, and you may not get a spot and results in time. Tests must be taken no more than 1 year prior to application so I recommend you sit the test at least 4-6 months prior to when you think you will be making your 485 application. You must have, at the very least, applied for your provisional 485 skills assessment to include this with your application. Understanding that if your skills assessment is not successful you may be best to withdraw your application as it could lead to a refusal. Getting prepared for the 485 Visa application should be as high on your list as it is to pass your studies… wishing you the best of luck! Contact Great Australian Migration for all your study and post study visa enquiries! Comments are closed.
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AuthorAs the principal Registered Migration Agent for Great Australian Migration, Emily Surina (MARN 2318036) wants to empower people to make their own migration journey's easier. Hopefully reading this blog will help you feel more in control and with the right support, make your Great Australian Migration a reality! Archives
November 2024
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