Post-Study Residency in Australia
Post-study residency opportunities for international students, including Iranian students, vary across countries, with different eligibility criteria and application procedures. The following section focuses on post-study options in Australia.
1. Australian Post-Study Residency Pathways
Australia is a popular destination for international students and offers several potential pathways for graduates wishing to remain in the country after completing their studies.
Temporary Graduate Visa (Subclass 485)
The Temporary Graduate visa (Subclass 485) allows eligible international graduates to remain in Australia temporarily after completing their studies and, subject to the applicable visa conditions, work in Australia.
The duration of the visa depends on the relevant stream, qualification, and eligibility requirements. Applicants should check the current rules, as visa durations and eligibility criteria may change.
Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189)
The Skilled Independent visa (Subclass 189) provides a pathway to permanent residency for eligible skilled workers whose occupations and qualifications meet Australia's requirements.
Graduates may be eligible to apply if they satisfy the relevant criteria, including the occupation requirements, skills assessment, English language proficiency, points test, and invitation requirements. Completing an Australian qualification does not automatically qualify a graduate for this visa.
Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190)
The Skilled Nominated visa (Subclass 190) provides a pathway to permanent residency for eligible skilled workers nominated by an Australian state or territory government.
Graduates may be eligible to pursue this pathway if they meet the relevant visa criteria and the nomination requirements of the state or territory concerned. Each state and territory may apply its own occupation priorities and nomination criteria.
Important: Completing a course in Australia does not guarantee permanent residency. Graduates should assess their occupation, qualifications, work experience, English proficiency, points score, and state nomination opportunities before selecting a migration pathway.