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Australia has introduced several significant changes to its visa policies for 2024, which will impact various visa categories including the Temporary Graduate (485), Temporary Work (Skilled) (457), Temporary Skill Shortage (482), and the Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Provisional) (494) visas.

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Key Changes to the Temporary Graduate (485) Visa

1. Age Limit: The age cap for the Post-Vocational Education Work Stream and the Post-Higher Education Work Stream is now 35 years, with exceptions for Hong Kong and British National Overseas passport holders who may apply up to age 50.
2. Eligibility: The Post-Vocational Education Work Stream requires an associate degree, diploma, or trade qualification related to an occupation on the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL).
3. Stay Periods: Duration adjustments include:
   • Bachelor degrees: up to 2 years
   • Masters degrees: up to 2-3 years
   • PhD: up to 3 years
   • Hong Kong and British National Overseas passport holders: up to 5 years​ (Migration Expert Australia)​.

Changes to Work Visas (482, 457, and 494)

1. Enhanced Labour Market Mobility: Visa holders now have up to 180 days at a time, or a maximum of 365 days in total, to find new employment if they stop working with their current sponsor. This period allows visa holders to seek new sponsorship or other visa options without the immediate risk of visa cancellation due to unemployment.
2. Flexibility in Employment: Visa holders can work for other employers during this transition period, provided they do not work in occupations requiring specific licenses or registrations they do not hold​ (Migration Expert Australia)​.

These changes aim to improve flexibility and reduce exploitation risks for temporary migrants, enhancing their ability to navigate the Australian job market and contribute to the economy effectively.

For more detailed information and specific advice tailored to your situation, you may consider consulting with a registered migration agent or visiting the official Australian government immigration website.