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ANZSCO 254415Subclass 485Graduate

Registered Nurse (Critical Care and Emergency) — Subclass 485 Pathway

Temporary Graduate visa · 18 months to 5 years (depending on stream and qualification)

At a glance

Visa
Subclass 485 — Temporary Graduate visa
Points test
Not points-tested
Sponsor
No sponsor required
Eligibility list
No specific list
Base fee
from $2,235 (check immi.gov.au for current fee)
Processing time
~4-12 months (median)

Key facts at a glance

Data compiled from official sources. Always verify on the relevant authority’s website before acting.

SkillSelect points cutoff(Subclass 189)
75 points— November 2025 roundView all rounds →
Skills assessment fee
AUD 400–500via Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council· ~8-16 weeks processing

All figures are indicative. Fees and points cutoffs change frequently — always verify on immi.gov.au and the relevant state/authority website before lodging.

Skills assessment for this occupation

Assessing Registered Nurse (Critical Care and Emergency) for migration purposes is handled by: ANMAC.

No occupation-list eligibility — any qualification recognised by the AQF is in scope, with skills assessment only required for the Post-Vocational Education Work stream.

Registered Nurse (Critical Care and Emergency) × Subclass 485 — pathway overview

Registered Nurse (Critical Care and Emergency) (ANZSCO 254415) is listed on the relevant skilled occupation list, making it eligible for the Graduate Work stream of the Subclass 485 Temporary Graduate visa. This temporary visa enables international graduates who completed a qualifying Australian qualification to live and work in Australia, including those trained as registered nurses providing life-saving care in emergency departments, intensive care units, and critical care settings. The Graduate Work stream is not employer-sponsored or points-tested. It requires the occupation to appear on the relevant list and a positive skills assessment from an approved assessing body. Eligible graduates may work in Australia temporarily to gain experience, often as a stepping stone toward a Subclass 189 or 190 permanent visa. A positive skills assessment from Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC) is required, verifying that overseas qualifications and clinical experience meet Australian registration standards for the Registered Nurse (Critical Care and Emergency) role. Standard health, character, and English language requirements apply. Government charges and skills assessment fees are payable. The 485 Graduate Work stream is temporary; holders wishing to remain must apply for a further visa before expiry. For advice tailored to your individual circumstances, always consult a registered MARA migration agent.

Content last generated: 2026-06-26

Key requirements

High-level criteria for Subclass 485. Verify every requirement on immi.gov.au before applying.

  • Under 35 years of age at application (with exemptions for select fields)
  • Recent graduate of an eligible Australian qualification (CRICOS-registered)
  • Held a valid student visa in the last six months
  • Competent English (IELTS 6 or equivalent)
  • Positive skills assessment (Post-Vocational Education Work stream only)
  • Health, character, and Australian Health Insurance

Other visa pathways for Registered Nurse (Critical Care and Emergency)

State nominations for Registered Nurse (Critical Care and Emergency)

States currently nominating this occupation — see the dedicated pages for state-specific criteria.

New South Wales→Victoria→Queensland→Western Australia→South Australia→Tasmania→Northern Territory→Australian Capital Territory→
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