Ruby had a graduate on her team she didn't want to lose. But could she even sponsor him?
Ruby ran a small business that had taken a chance on a bright international student a couple of years
back. He'd worked hard, finished his studies, and moved onto a Temporary Graduate visa while working for
her part-time.
Now his visa was ticking down, and Ruby didn't want to let him go but she wasn't sure
sponsorship was even an option for someone on a student or graduate visa.
Can You Sponsor a Student or Graduate?
Ruby ran a small business that had taken a chance on a bright international student a couple of years back. He'd worked hard, finished his studies, and moved onto a Temporary Graduate visa while working for her part-time. Now his visa was ticking down, and Ruby didn't want to let him go but she wasn't sure sponsorship was even an option for someone on a student or graduate visa.
So she asked.
Yes, it's possible! Employers can sponsor eligible workers who currently hold:
➡️ A Student Visa (Subclass 500)
➡️ A Temporary Graduate Visa (Subclass 485)
As long as certain requirements are met.
Employer & Employee Requirements
Employer Requirements
➡️ Be an approved/eligible sponsor
➡️ Offer a genuine, skilled position
➡️ Meet salary & labour market requirements
➡️ Nominate an occupation on the relevant skilled list
Employee Requirements
➡️ Relevant qualifications & skills
➡️ Meet visa-specific work experience requirements
➡️ English language requirements (if applicable)
➡️ A valid visa at the time of transition
A Smart Move for Skill Shortages
Ruby quickly realised why this mattered so much. Many international graduates are highly skilled, job-ready, and eager to build their careers in Australia sponsoring them can be a smart move for employers facing skill shortages, exactly the position Ruby was in.
With her eligibility confirmed and the process mapped out, Ruby moved forward with sponsorship keeping a great employee on her team, long-term.
With her eligibility confirmed and the process mapped out: Ruby moved forward with sponsorship keeping a great employee on her team, long-term.
Long-Term Team
Thinking about sponsoring a student or graduate visa holder? Let's assess eligibility and find the right pathway together.
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