Post-Higher Education Work stream (subclass 485)
The stream previously known as the Post-Study Work stream is now generally referred to as the Post-Higher Education Work stream. It is for eligible graduates with higher education qualifications from Australian institutions.
AIS Immigration Solutions provides Australian visa assistance from Brisbane for clients who want clear, practical guidance before they apply. Our role is to review the visa pathway, identify the evidence needed and explain the risks in plain language so you can make an informed decision.
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Australian visa assistance and eligibility
This visa pathway may be suitable for graduates with eligible bachelor, masters or doctoral level Australian qualifications, graduates seeking temporary work rights after completing study and eligible regional graduates considering a second post-higher education work stream. Whether it is the right option depends on the applicant’s personal circumstances, current visa status, location, family situation, work history and the evidence available at the time of application.
Requirements, evidence and timing
Before lodging, the main issues should be checked together rather than in isolation, because one weak part of an application can affect the overall strategy.
- The old Post-Study Work label has been replaced in current Home Affairs material.
- Eligibility depends on qualification level, Australian study, age, English, health insurance and timing.
- Regional study may affect eligibility for a second post-higher education work stream.
- Applicants should check stream rules before assuming previous 485 settings still apply.
How AIS Immigration Solutions can help
When AIS assists with this type of matter, we can check whether this pathway fits your circumstances before you lodge, prepare a document strategy and identify risk issues early and manage the application, nomination or sponsorship process with you. We focus on giving realistic advice, preparing a clear document strategy and helping clients avoid avoidable delays or evidence gaps.
Speak with a Brisbane migration agent
If you would like help assessing this visa pathway, contact AIS Immigration Solutions to book a consultation. We can review your circumstances, explain the likely evidence required and help you decide the next practical step.
Book a consultation Call +61 7 3216 0052
Disclaimer and last reviewed
Last reviewed: 7 May 2026. This page is general information only and has been refreshed against current Department of Home Affairs guidance. Visa rules, fees, processing priorities and document requirements can change, so personal advice should be obtained before lodging an application.
Official Home Affairs information
The links below are the main official sources used to refresh this page. They should be checked again before lodging because government charges, processing priorities and visa criteria can change.
