Visa Closed to New Applications
As of July 1, 2024, the Skilled - Recognised Graduate visa (Subclass 476) is no longer open to new applicants. A cap was placed on this visa on December 22, 2023, and it has been permanently closed by the Australian Government.
This visa previously allowed recent engineering graduates to live, work, or study in Australia for up to 18 months to gain skilled work experience. However, this pathway is now closed.
Family Members - No Subsequent Entrants Allowed
From July 1, 2024, no subsequent entrant applications for family members can be submitted under Subclass 476.
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicant must be age 31 or younger
- Applicant must not have previously held Subclass 476 or Subclass 485
- Applicant must have an eligible engineering qualification from a recognised institution in the past 24 months
Applicant engineering degree should be in one of the following disciplines:
- Civil engineering
- Structural engineering
- Chemical engineering
- Environmental engineering
- Electrical and electronics engineering
- Mechanical, production and plant engineering
- Mining and material engineering
You should have completed one of these degrees in the last two years:
- Bachelor's degree
- Master's degree
- Doctoral degree
- Postgraduate degree
English Requirements for the 476 Visa
If you are a citizen of the United Kingdom, Canada, New Zealand, the United States of America, or the Republic of Ireland, or if you hold a valid passport from one of those countries, you are considered to meet the English language requirement for this visa. Otherwise, you must provide evidence from one of the specified English language tests before applying.
| Test | Score |
|---|---|
| International English Language Testing System (IELTS) | Overall score of at least 6 with a minimum score of 5 for each of the 4 parts |
| Test of English as a Foreign Language internet-based Test (TOEFL IBT) | Total score of at least 64 with a minimum score of 4 for listening, 4 for reading, 14 for writing and 14 for speaking |
| Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE) | Overall score of at least 50 with a minimum score of 36 for each of the 4 parts |
| Occupational English Test (OET) | At least B for each of the 4 parts |
| Cambridge C1 Advanced test | Overall at least 169 with a minimum score of at least 154 in each of the 4 test components |
Eligible Institutes
| Country | Institution |
|---|---|
| Argentina | Catholic University of Argentina |
| Brazil | Federal University of Minas Gerais |
| Chile | University of Chile, Universidad Catolica del Norte, Catholic University of Chile - Antofagasta, University of Concepcion |
| Finland | HUT, Helsinki |
| Germany | Technical University of Berlin, Technical University of Clausthal, University of Hannover, RWTH Aachen, TU Bergakademie Freiberg |
| Hungary | University of Miskolc |
| India | Indian Institute of Science - Bangalore, Anna University - Chennai, Indian School of Mines - Dhanbad, Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, Banaras Hindu University - Varanasi |
| Iran | Amir Kabir University of Technology, University of Tehran |
| PRC China | Beijing Normal University, Beijing Petroleum University, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing University of Technology, China University of Mining & Technology - Beijing, Guangzhou University, Shanghai University of Engineering Science, Shanghai Jiaotong University, Tongji University, Tsinghua University, University of Science and Technology - Beijing |
| Philippines | Wroclaw University of Technology |
| Slovakia | TU Kosice |
| Sweden | Lulea University of Technology |
| Tanzania | University of Dar es Salaam |
Health and Character Requirements (Still Apply for Active Visa Holders)
If you are still holding a valid Subclass 476 visa, you must continue to meet Australian health and character standards:
- Health check: medical examinations conducted within the last 12 months
- Character check: police certificates from every country you have lived in for 12+ consecutive months over the past 10 years
What Next? Let Us Help You Navigate Your Options
With the closure of Subclass 476, it is important to explore alternate visa options that align with your qualifications and career goals. At PassX Immigration, our experienced consultants will:
- Assess your current eligibility
- Recommend the best alternative pathways (for example, Subclass 491)
- Ensure complete and accurate visa submissions
- Provide end-to-end support
Need guidance after Subclass 476 closure? Let PassX Immigration experts help you choose the right visa route to continue your journey in Australia.