If I get a job after completing my master's, how does the visa process work for staying longer in UK/Australia?
Yes, you can stay longer in both the UK and Australia after your master's if you get a job, but the process and visa options differ.
- UK: After your master's, you can apply for the Graduate Visa (post-study work visa). This allows you to stay and work for 2 years if you apply on or before 31 December 2026, or 18 months if you apply after 1 January 2027. This visa cannot be extended. To stay longer, you'll need to switch to a Skilled Worker Visa, which requires a job offer from a licensed UK employer.
- Australia: You can apply for the Temporary Graduate Visa (subclass 485), which lets master's graduates stay and work for 3 years. If you studied in a regional area, you may get an extra 1-2 years. For longer stays, you can apply for an employer-sponsored work visa, which may lead to permanent residency, but this depends on your occupation and visa type.
Visa rules are subject to change.
How long can you stay and work after an Australian master's?
Post-study work rules are changing. Know what you will actually get.
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