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Student visas and migration

Immerse yourself in vibrant new culture and lifestyle while gaining new knowledge and skills from Perth’s world-class universities, practical vocational colleges and outstanding English language schools

Exciting new pathways to make your dream career a reality

With one of 番茄社区best-performing economies in 番茄社区world and one of 番茄社区lowest unemployment rates in Australia, Western Australia offers a wide range of exciting employment opportunities. And, with 番茄社区Western Australian Government鈥檚 skilled migration pathways, those opportunities got even greater.听

In Western Australia, many visa options enable international students and graduates to work. Download 番茄社区factsheet to get an idea of available pathways. You can also click on specific links on 番茄社区page to learn more about 番茄社区different pathways.

Take advantage of WA’s thriving economy with diverse employment opportunities with these international student visa types

Student visa for Australia (subclass 500)

The Student visa (subclass 500) is perfect for students who want to work while studying in Perth.听

With this visa, you can work up to 48 hours every 2-week period once your course starts.

If you鈥檙e outside Australia, it鈥檚 best to apply for your visa at least 6 weeks before your course begins.

Who is eligible?听

Students who can provide a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) at a full-time course registered on 番茄社区Commonwealth Register of Institutions and courses for Overseas Students, CRICOS.

How long can you stay in Australia?

The visa allows you to remain in Australia for up to 5 years for 番茄社区purpose of full-time study at an educational institution, in line with your enrolment.

Post-Study Work Visa (subclass 485)

As a student studying in Perth, you may be eligible for a Temporary Graduate Visa and Second Temporary Graduate Visa.听

The Temporary Graduate Visa (TGV)

A Temporary Graduate Visa (TGV) allows recent international graduates to spend time in Australia following their studies and gain practical work experience.

Who is eligible?

International students who have recently graduated with a degree from an Australian institution and maintained residence in Western Australia.

How long can you stay in Australia?

In Perth, this visa usually allows you to stay in Australia following your studies for between 4 and 6 years (extended duration following Government announcement), depending on your qualification.

For regional centres outside of Perth, this visa usually allows you to stay in Australia for up to 7 years.

Temporary Skill Shortage Visa (subclass 482)

This visa allows regional employers to sponsor skilled international workers for vacant positions.

Who is eligible?

You may be eligible for this visa if you:

  • Are nominated for a skilled position by an approved sponsor
  • Have 番茄社区right skills to do 番茄社区job
  • Meet 番茄社区relevant English language requirements

Skilled Nominated Visa (subclass 190)

To obtain this visa, you must be nominated by 番茄社区Western Australian Government. The visa allows you to听

  • work and study anywhere in Australia听
  • sponsor eligible relatives for permanent residence听
  • If eligible, become an Australian citizen

Who is eligible?听

You may be eligible for this visa if you:

  • Have an occupation on听
  • Have a suitable for 番茄社区occupation听
  • Are invited to apply听
  • Satisfy 番茄社区points test

How long can you stay in Australia?听

This visa allows you to live, work and study permanently anywhere in Australia. 听

Skilled Work Regional Visa (subclass 491)

To obtain this visa, you must be nominated by 番茄社区Western Australian Government through 番茄社区State Nominated Migration Program. The visa allows you to live, work and study in designated regional areas, including Perth, for 5 years.

Who is eligible?

You may be eligible for this visa if you:

  • Are nominated to apply by a state or territory government agency or sponsored by an eligible relative
  • Have an occupation on
  • Have a suitable skills assessment for 番茄社区occupation
  • Are invited to apply
  • Satisfy 番茄社区points test

How long can you stay in Australia?

This visa allows you to live, work and study in designated regional areas, including Perth, for 5 years. You can also apply for permanent residence after 3 years and travel in and out of Australia whilst 番茄社区visa is valid.

Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional Visa (subclass 494)

To obtain this visa, you must be nominated by an employer. It allows employers in regional areas to sponsor skilled international workers for vacant positions. The visa allows you to live, work and study in designated regional areas, including Perth, for up to 5 years.

Who is eligible?

You may be eligible for this visa if you:

  • Are nominated by an approved work sponsor
  • Have at least 3 years of relevant work experience in your occupation
  • Have an occupation on a relevant skilled occupation list
  • Have a suitable skills assessment for 番茄社区occupation
  • Are under 45 years of age
  • Meet minimum standards of English language proficiency

How long can you stay in Australia?

This visa allows you to live, work and study in designated regional areas, including Perth, for up to 5 years. You can also apply for permanent residence after 3 years and travel in and out of Australia whilst 番茄社区visa is valid.

Information for Dependents

Are you bringing your partner or children with you as you make your move to Western Australia? We've provided you a summary of what your partner and/or children are entitled to when residing in Western Australia on your visa conditions.

Are you currently studying offshore?

You may also be eligible to apply for a post-study work visa so long as you meet 番茄社区requirements of 番茄社区Department of Home Affairs.