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Post Study Work Permit in Australia

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Updated On:Nov 18,2024 01:57 PM IST

Australia has a high employability rate, attracting plenty of international students.
However, to work full-time in Australia after a degree, students must obtain a post-study work permit.
Students must read this blog to apply for a work permit, as it contains all the crucial information.

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Australia is known for its scholastic brilliance and magnificent job opportunities. Due to this, numerous students are opting to study in Australia to increase their chances of employment. However, to work after a master’s program, students need to obtain a post-study work permit in Australia. Otherwise, they cannot work in Australia legitimately.

To obtain a post-study work permit in Australia after a master’s program, students need to fulfil the requirements and follow a proper procedure. Depending on their programs, they can acquire different types of work permits post-graduation. They just need to be wary of the rules and regulations set for them.

For comprehensive details on the post-study work visa in Australia, students must go through this blog.

Types of Post-Study Work Permits in Australia

There are a range of job opportunities in Australia after a master’s degree for international students, but to apply for a job, students must first apply for a work visa. There are three types of permits they can apply for. To know more about these, read below:

Temporary Graduate Visa Subclass 485 (Graduate Work) lets students stay for 18 months.
Skilled Recognized Graduate Visa Subclass 476 lets students stay for 18 months.
Temporary Graduate Visa Subclass 485 (Post-Study Work) lets students stay for 2-4 years.

To know more about these work permits, check out the below table:

Work Permit Types	Details
Temporary Graduate Visa Subclass 485 (Graduate Work)	The graduate work visa is for graduates who have the qualifications and skills mentioned in the list of skilled occupations. The qualifications and skills must meet the long-term needs of the Australian job market. Students need to apply for this visa within 6 months after the course completion, and then they can stay for 18 months.
Skilled Recognized Graduate Visa Subclass 476	This visa is for students who have completed an engineering degree from an accepted Australian university. Students with this visa can stay for up to 18 months.
Temporary Graduate Visa Subclass 485 (Post-Study Work)	The post-study work visa is incredibly common among international students. Students who recently graduated from an authorised institute must apply for this course. The stay-back period differs depending on the qualification. It can range between 2 to 4 years.

Post Study Work Permit in Australia & Eligibility

A post-study work permit allows the student to stay back and work full-time after completing their graduation. With this permit, students can work anywhere in Australia, regardless of their profession and education. An applicant can acquire a single visa at a time. There are a few requirements that students need to fulfil; these are as follows:

Students need to apply after six months of completion of their course
They need to meet the Australian study visa requirements, with a 16-month minimum stay back and 92 weeks of course, which is registered with CRICOS
The student must have a bachelor’s degree, a diploma/advanced diploma, or a higher degree to apply for this visa
They must be enrolled in an English-taught program
The student must be over 18 years old and less than 50 years old
The applicant can either show their passport or their language proficiency test, such as IELTS /TOEFL.
They need to have proper health coverage for the whole duration of their stay.
The applicant must meet the character requirement to apply for the post-study work permit.
During the application, the applicant must show proof that they have applied for an AFP check.

Students must ensure their application is not cancelled during their stay and keep these eligibility criteria in mind when applying for a post-study work visa in Australia.

Post Study Work Visa Australia Requirements

Students must submit the necessary documents to apply for a post-study work permit in Australia. These are mentioned below:

Show passport pages with all important details and issuing and expiry dates
Certificate of the completion of their course, which is registered with CRICOS
The proof of language proficiency test: IELTS & TOEFL & PTE
Health insurance and medical certificate
Character certificate

How to Apply for a Post Study Work Permit?

To apply for a post-study work visa in Australia, students must follow the below-mentioned procedure:

First of all, go to the official Australian government immigration & citizenship website
Now, the student needs to log in or form a new account and select the type of permit they are applying for
Hereon, complete the application form and fill in all the details correctly
It may ask for the biometric details; the student can provide them accordingly and pay the required fees
Finally, students need to give an interview and answer some additional questions

These are the steps that students need to follow to apply for a post-study work visa in Australia.

Conclusion

Once the student has completed their graduation, they can apply for a post-study work permit in Australia. If the student has a work permit, only then can they work full-time. This post is perfect for students who want to know the application procedure for the post-study work permit. From this blog, they can gather complete information to apply for a work permit. add, they can also learn about the types of permits along with the application procedure.

For further information regarding the application procedure, students must reach out to the study abroad Consultants at Canam.

FAQ

Can I extend my PSWP beyond four years?

Students can extend the Temporary Graduate Visa Subclass 485 and apply for the second post-study work permit. If the candidate doesn't own a Temporary Graduate Visa, then they cannot apply for this visa.

Can I work part-time while studying in Australia?

Yes, students can work part-time in Australia while pursuing their courses. They don’t need to apply for a work permit to work part-time; their study visa gives them that much leverage. However, they need to ensure they follow the rules set for them by the authorities.

How long is the processing time for a post-study work permit?

The processing time for a post-study work permit differs depending on the type of visa the student is applying for. For the graduate work permit (485 Subclass), it takes around 5 – 6 months. Meanwhile, the post-study work visa (476) takes approximately 4-5 months.

What’s the validity of the post-study work permit?

The validity of the permit differs depending on the permit they are applying for. For the graduate work permit, the validity is 18 months. Additionally, the post-study work permit is valid for 2-4 years (it is decided based on their qualifications).

Why apply for a post-study work permit in Australia?

Australia is gaining huge popularity due to the incredible job opportunities it offers to students. However, to work full-time in Australia, students must have a post-study work permit. Otherwise, they are not eligible to work full-time in Australia. That’s why it's essential to apply for a work permit in Australia.

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Post Study Work Permit in Australia

Table of Contents

Types of Post-Study Work Permits in Australia

Post Study Work Permit in Australia & Eligibility

Post Study Work Visa Australia Requirements

How to Apply for a Post Study Work Permit?

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