About Australian Capital Territory
The seat of the federal government, with a stable economy driven by public administration, research, and education.
Visas linked to Australian Capital Territory
All country visasSkilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491) - Australian Capital Territory
A provisional visa for skilled workers nominated by the ACT, requiring a commitment to live and work in Canberra for at least two years. It provides a pathway to permanent residency after three years of holding the visa.
Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190) - Australian Capital Territory
A permanent residency visa for skilled workers nominated by the ACT government. Applicants are selected via the 'Canberra Matrix' points-based system, which prioritizes those who demonstrate a genuine commitment to living and working in Canberra.
Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) - Post-Higher Education Work stream
A temporary visa for international graduates who have completed a degree (Bachelor, Master, or PhD) at an Australian institution. It allows you to live, work full-time, and study in Australia temporarily after your studies.
Skills in Demand visa (subclass 482)
A temporary employer-sponsored visa that allows skilled workers to fill positions where local talent is unavailable. It serves as a primary pathway for skilled professionals to work in Australia for up to 4 years and provides a structured route to permanent residency.
Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) - Post-Vocational Education Work stream
A temporary visa for international graduates with trade or vocational qualifications (diplomas, associate degrees) relevant to an occupation on the skilled occupation list. It allows you to live, work, and study in Australia for up to 18 months.
Student visa (subclass 500)
The primary visa for international students to enroll in a CRICOS-registered course of study in Australia. It serves as the foundational step for potential future migration pathways by allowing students to gain local qualifications and experience.
Visitor visa (subclass 600)
A flexible visa for individuals who do not qualify for an ETA or eVisitor, available in multiple streams including Tourist, Business Visitor, and Sponsored Family. It allows for short-term stays for tourism, visiting family, or business visitor activities.
Second Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) - Regional
An extension of the Temporary Graduate visa for graduates who studied at a regional campus and lived in a designated regional area during their first 485 visa. This visa allows eligible graduates to continue living, working, and studying in Australia for an additional 1 to 2 years.
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