As of 1 July 2024, the Australian Government has introduced key updates to the Temporary Graduate visa streams under its recent Migration Strategy.
Here's what you need to know:
Stream Name Changes
The Graduate Work stream is now called the Post-Vocational Education Work stream.
The Post-Study Work stream is now called the Post-Higher Education Work stream.
Eligibility Based on Qualification Level
Your qualification determines which visa stream you can apply for:
Post-Vocational Education Work stream:
The Post-Vocational Education Work stream is for those with an associate degree, diploma, or trade qualification. Your qualification must relate to an occupation on the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL).
Post-Higher Education Work stream:
The Post-Higher Education Work stream is for those with degree-level qualifications or higher.
Changes in Age Limits & Stay Periods
The maximum eligible age for both streams has been reduced to 35 years.
If you're a Hong Kong or British National Overseas passport holder, you're still eligible under 50 years.
Stay Periods (Post-Higher Education Work Stream)
The maximum stay period under the Post-Higher Education Work Stream have been updated.
- Bachelor's degree (incl. honours) – up to 2 years
- Masters (coursework/extended) – up to 2 years
- Masters (research) & PhD – up to 3 years
- Special extension for Indian nationals based on AI-ECTA, up to 4 years for PhD holders.
Replacement Stream discontinued
The Replacement Stream has been discontinued, but family members can still join as subsequent entrants.
Stay informed and ensure you're meeting the new requirements!
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