Australian Visa Application Form 485 – Process – Visa Cost

Many people, after completing their courses in Australia, want to stay to improve their knowledge and skills. At this time, Australian Visa Application Form 485 is the door that opens for you to realize your dream. So what is a 485 visa? Instructions on how to apply for 485 visa? Please follow this article!

Application for Australian 485 visa

The 485 visa application meets the requirements of the Australian Immigration Department and includes the following documents:
Types of documentsSpecific documents
Identification
  • Card image
  • Passport (copy, notarized)
  • Birth certificate (copy, notarized)
  • Proof of previous name change (if any)
Evidence of academic performance
  • Certificate of completion of a course of at least 2 years duration.
  • Letter of invitation or confirmation of invitation (COE) from the school attended.
  • Academic transcript:  Official final transcript issued by the school.
  • Note that the course must be registered on CRICOS. The total registration period for the course is a minimum of 92 weeks.
You can look up your school and course name at the following link: http://cricos.education.gov.au/
Evidence proving that you have passed the skills assessment (if any)Fees range from $400 to $550 and take from 7 to 44 days. Depending on your major, you will find a place to issue a Skills Assessment. Documents for a Skills Assessment include:
  • Completion Letter from your university.
  • Official transcript
  • PTE score sheet
  • Fee payment: In the registration form, there is a section to fill in bank card information to pay the fee.
  • Documents must be notarized. You can find Justice of the Peace (JPs) or notary attorneys first. Or go to the notarized Skills Assessment Departments.
Proof of health
  • Confirmation from the insurance company.
  • Proof that the applicant has registered to participate in Australia’s public health care program – Medicare.
  • Proof of health insurance, required to purchase health insurance for Temporary Residents on visa 485 (OVHC). OSHC forms when you are a student will not be accepted.
 Australian Federal police check

 

  • Certificate of registration for AFP test (valid for 12 months from the date of application).
  • Forms 80 and 1221
  • Make a Criminal Record in Australia by filling out an online form. The fee is $42. Processing time is quite fast so within 1-2 weeks you will receive it.
Documents for accompanying persons
  • Documents proving the relationship with the applicant.
  • Evidence proving that the accompanying person meets the conditions.

Australian visa application process 485

The steps to apply for a 485 visa for students in Australia after graduation are:

  • Step 1: Check visa eligibility and participate in skills assessment (if necessary).
  • Step 2: Prepare visa documents and pay visa fees according to regulations.
  • Step 3: The Australian Immigration Department receives the applicant’s application
  • Step 4: Applicant adds documents and documents, if any, as required
  • Step 5: The Australian Department of Immigration approves the Australian 485 visa.
  • Step 6: The Australian government issues a 485 visa to the applicant.

How long does it take to process an Australian 485 visa application?

The processing time for an Australian 485 visa application in most cases is no more than 1 year. The table below is detailed information for your reference:

Visa 485Visa processing time
About 75% of applications are approvedAbout 90% of applications are approved
 Graduate Work stream8 months12 months
Post – Study Work stream6 months7 months

Những thay đổi của visa 485 trong năm 2022

  • Remove the requirement for skills assessment and skills review for Employment subclass 485 visa applications submitted between 1 July 2022 and 30 June 2023.
  • Adding the Alternative category to the list of 485 visas for international students, specifically for those affected by the Covid-19 epidemic, specifically:
    Holding a temporary graduate visa that is still valid or has expired after February 1, 2020.
    Staying outside Australia between February 1, 2020 and December 15, 2021 because of the Covid epidemic
  • The extension time of this visa depends on the previous visa and the international student’s stay in Australia, specifically:
    If the international student previously graduated with a Master’s degree and was allowed to stay in Australia for 2 years, when applying for a 485 Alternative visa, he or she will be allowed a total of 3 years to work in Australia.
    Similarly, if the international student was previously granted a visa to stay for 18 months, then when applying for Replacement status, he or she will be allowed to stay for a total of 2 years.

5. Some frequently asked questions about 485 visa

5.1 Will subclass 485 visa applications be refused?

There are many reasons why you may be rejected for this visa. Typically, your course does not have enough time as prescribed, or your English certificate is no longer valid at the time of application,…

5.2 Can I apply for a 485 visa twice?

From January 20, 2021, people holding a subclass 485 visa are entitled to apply for a second time, if you are:
People who have graduated from a school in regional Australia (all Australian cities and small towns, except Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne)
People who have resided in that area for at least 2 years before applying for a second visa.
After successfully applying, you can continue to stay in Australia for another 1 – 2 years.

5.3 The course I am studying in Australia is not 2 years long. So can I extend my study period to qualify for an Australian subclass 485 visa?

In the visa application, there is a requirement for a Completion letter and an Academic transcript, the start and end time of the course will be clearly shown. Therefore, if you intentionally prolong your study time by studying few subjects in a semester or by failing a subject, the Australian Immigration Department will not approve your application.

5.4 Can I immigrate to Australia with a subclass 485 visa?

You cannot directly settle in Australia with a subclass 485 Visa. However, this visa can help you stay in Australia for more time to accumulate more work experience. This helps you meet the conditions for applying for a skilled visa and settling in later.
The Temporary Graduate Visa (485) is a valuable opportunity for international students to stay in Australia longer, gain more work experience and seek settlement opportunities in this fertile country .
If you are interested in studying abroad and settling in Australia, in addition to the visa, choosing a school and profession is also extremely important.