Now that you have completed your graduation in Australia as an international student, it is time to think of what is best for your career. There is a range of options to do after your studies come to an end. So, we are here to guide you with the most important steps to follow.

Complete your further studies

International students can complete further studies to gain a higher and advanced qualification. You can choose any other institution or continue studying at your current institution for further studies. But first, you will have to consider the following:

• Apply for a new Student visa from the Department of Immigration.
• Provide evidence of sufficient funds to cover the fees.
• Extend your OSHC (Overseas Student Health Cover).

Extend your visa

You can also extend your visa in Australia after your graduation to work or travel.  During your extended visa, you can enhance your skills, gain professional work experience, attend your graduation ceremony or travel in Australia. There are a lot of temporary visa options available where you can apply as a Temporary Graduate Visa (subclass 485). If you want to work and stay on holiday for a year, applying for a Working Holiday Visa (subclass 417) will be best. For more on extending your visa visit the official page of the Department of Home Affairs.

Apply for Permanent Residency

Most of the international students wish to permanently live and work in Australia. You can have multiple career opportunities here where securing your future will not be difficult. So deciding to stay permanently might be the best option for most international students. 

You can apply for permanent residency in Australia through the Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme, SkillSelect migration program, Skilled Independent Visa or the Employer Nomination Scheme. You need to meet the requirements of SkillSelect or pass the points test to be eligible to apply for Australian Permanent Residency.

These are the important points to be reviewed after completing your studies in Australia. Choosing to stay in Australia might also be difficult for a few students. There can be major difficulties in paying the fees or rent or adjusting in the new country.

So, going back to your home country shall be a bad idea for those students. After your graduation, you will get to know the teaching techniques, research skills from your universities which can be very helpful in your home country.

If you wish to return to your home country there are also a few things to keep in mind like pay all your bills, cancel all your services from your mobile accounts, electricity or bank accounts, end your contract if you have leased a place.

If you need help any further information, you can contact us on +61 2 8056 7110 or email us at info@yespeople.com.au