SC485 Masters (Research) & Doctoral Degree (PhD) Graduates: Age Limits Remain at 50 years old
The Department of Home Affairs (DHA) has announced that the age eligibility for students who have completed a Masters by Research or a Doctoral Degree (PhD) will remain at 50 years of age when applying for the Temporary Graduate (subclass 485) visa in the Post-Higher Education Work Stream (formerly known as the Post-Study Work stream), effective after 1 July 2024.
What do you need to know?
Age Limit Maintenance: Graduates holding a Master by Research or PhD can apply for a Temporary Graduate visa for up to 50 years.
Eligibility for Hong Kong and BNO Passport Holders: The age limit of 50 years will also apply to holders of Hong Kong and British National Overseas (BNO) passports for both the Post-Higher Education Work Stream and other relevant streams.
Age Requirement for Other Applicants: The maximum age limit for all other applicants is 35 years at the time of application, per the updates effective 1 July 2024.
How can Agape Henry Crux Help You?
Future Graduate Visa (Subclass 485) applicants must understand their eligibility and options moving forward to avoid visa refusals. Contact us to book a Migration Planning Session with one of our Accredited Specialists in Immigration Law, immigration lawyers and registered migration agents to seek professional advice by calling 02 8310 5230 or emailing us to book a time at info@ahclawyers.com.
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