Introduction

Australia is the land of opportunities which attracts a large number of recent graduates, skilled professionals and even the temporary workers from all around the world. And this is very casual for most of the people whose dream goes beyond the temporary stay which results in desire for acquiring a Permanent Residency in Australia. One of the avenues to achieving this dream is 485 Visa which is designed to provide a bridge from a student or a temporary graduate to a more permanent status. This blog article is written to explore how 485 Visa is a stepping stone to PR in Australia.

First of all, let’s understand the 485 Visa. The Subclass 485 Visa is also known as Temporary Graduate Visa, which is specially for the international students who have completed their studies in Australia. It further has two work streams catering to different circumstances:

Graduate Work Stream: This scheme is for graduates with specific skills and qualifications complying the demand of Australian job market. There are few points to keep in mind for this type of visa:

• The holders can stay for 18 months.
• It is essential to nominate an occupation that is on the medium and long-term strategic skill list.

Post Study Work Stream: This scheme is for the recent graduates who have successfully completed their higher education in Australia. The duration of their stay depends completely on the level of education completed in Australia. The occupation nominated is not a factor in this stream.

485 Subclass Visa- A Pathway to PR

While, 485 Visa is itself temporary but it can contribute effectively in getting the PR in Australia. Are you still confused how and want to know what to do after completing your studies from Australia and obtaining a 485 visa? Don’t worry this article is to clarify you on this aspect.

If you need to turn your 485 Visa into a PR, read the article carefully. Here we are going to provide some options for how your 485 visa contributes to your PR.

1. TSS 482 Visa- To be eligible for the TSS (Temporary Skills Shortage Visa) one of the eligibility criteria is having worked in nominated occupation or related field for at least two years. This visa allows employers to tackle labor shortages by recruiting skilled workers when they are unable to find a suitably qualified Australian employee. The visa permits a stay of either up to 2 years or up to 4 years in cases where an International Trade Obligation (ITO) is relevant. For individuals holding Hong Kong passports, the maximum stay duration is extended to 5 years. The 485 Visa is what provides an excellent opportunity to fulfill this two-year work experience requirement efficiently.
   
2. Skilled Visa- This is one of the great options for the students who wish to extend their stay in Australia after the completion of their studies and also to those who are seeking to stay in Australia permanently. Moreover, the work experience which you gain during your time on the 485 Subclass Visa can significantly boost your points for the point-based visas such as the Skilled Independent Visa 189, State Sponsored 190 Visa. And you can earn additional 5 points in your point test if you are completing a professional year program whether being an accountant, engineer, or an IT Professional. This is what also aids to your skill assessment. Thus, after gaining work experience, you may become eligible for a PR.
   
3. Employer-Sponsored 186 Visa- The Employer-Sponsored 186 Visa is a permanent visa, but it diligently requires an employer who is willing to sponsor you. For this, an individual needs at least 3 years of work experience relevant to his/her specific occupation. The time on 485 Visa can contribute to gaining this necessary work experience. Thus, gaining skilled work experience in Australia on the 485 Visa can make you eligible for the employer-sponsored PR visas, such as the Subclass 186 (Employer Nomination Scheme) or the Subclass 190 (Skilled Nominated Visa).
   
4. Regional Sponsored 187 Visa- The Regional Sponsored 187 Visa and the Employer Sponsored 186 Visa are quite similar, with only one key difference that is your work must be in a regional area of Australia. Graduates working in regional areas may qualify for regional employer-sponsored visas, potentially leading to the PR.
   

Conclusion-

Consequently, each one of these pathways are source to permanent residency and your choice will depend on your qualifications, work experiences and individual circumstances.

While 485 Subclass Visa while being a temporary visa can serve as a pivotal transition point. It is important to understand the nuances of this visa, coupled with strategic career planning which can help turn your dream of Australian PR into a reality. To ensure a smooth and legally compliant application process, it is advisable to plan and understand your options so that you can lead smoothly and successfully to your future goals. Therefore, this is how the 485 Subclass Visa in Australia offers a valuable opportunity for international graduates and skilled professionals to embark on their journey toward Permanent Residency.

If you need to know more or have more clear understanding for this, feel free to contact the experts at Vision Overseas Group Australia, we are looking forward to help you in your PR Pathway.