From 20 January 2021, holders of Graduate visas in the Post-Study stream can apply for a second graduate visa if they satisfy specific regional requirements.
The temporary Skilled Graduate (Subclass 485) Visa allows visa holders to study, live, and work in Australia temporarily. It is available only for international students who apply after completing their tertiary studies in Australia.
Visa Validity – 1 or 2 years from the date of grant
1 Year Visa Eligibility – Applicants while holding the first Graduate visas have lived, worked, or studied in areas outside Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane for at least two years before applying for the second visa.
2 Year Visa Eligibility – Applicants while holding the first Graduate visas have lived, worked, or studied only in a regional centre or other regional areas for at least two years before applying for the second visa.