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The Subclass 476 Skilled-Recognised Graduate visa was permanently closed to new applications from 1 July 2024. No new applications or subsequent entrant applications can be lodged under this subclass.
Previously, this visa allowed recent engineering graduates from recognised institutions under the Washington Accord, Sydney Accord or Dublin Accord to gain up to 18 months of skilled work experience in Australia.
The information about the former 476 pathway is historical. Engineering graduates seeking Australia should have their qualifications, occupation and circumstances assessed against current visa options, which may include skilled or employer-sponsored pathways where eligible.
This visa subclass is no longer available. The information below is for reference only. If you're an engineering graduate looking to work in Australia, get in touch and we'll find the right current pathway for you.
The Subclass 476 visa is no longer available for new applications. The steps below are provided for historical reference only.
The remaining information on this page describes the former Subclass 476 pathway and should not be used as current application guidance.
A registered adviser can separately assess current visa options against your qualifications, occupation and circumstances.
The Subclass 476 is closed to new applications. Costs for any alternative visa depend on the current subclass and circumstances and must be checked against current Department information.
Government charges and third-party costs change and depend on the current pathway.
The Subclass 476 is closed. Use the Department of Home Affairs processing-time guide for any current alternative visa being considered.
The Subclass 476 visa is no longer available. For alternative visa pathways, job offer requirements vary depending on the visa subclass chosen.
Employer-sponsored visas (such as Subclass 482 and 186) require a job offer from an approved Australian employer. Points-tested visas (189, 190, 491) do not require a job offer.
New World Immigration operates a recruitment division that can assist engineering professionals in connecting with Australian employers.
Since the Subclass 476 is closed, a registered adviser can assess your qualifications, occupation and circumstances against current visa options. The former 476 requirements cannot be carried across to another subclass.
A current pathway may require a skills or qualification assessment. The assessing authority and evidence depend on the visa and nominated occupation, so confirm the current rule before preparing documents.
Current pathways can use different invitation, nomination or employer-sponsorship processes. Check the current Department requirements for the option being considered.
Evidence requirements vary by visa and may include qualifications, employment, English, health and character documents. Confirm the current checklist before lodging anything.
Once a current pathway has been identified and any invitation, nomination or sponsorship requirement is met, follow the Department of Home Affairs application instructions.
Health and character requirements depend on the current visa and circumstances. Use the current Department checklist.
Do not lodge under the closed Subclass 476. If eligible for another subclass, lodge that application through the current Department process.
No. The Subclass 476 visa is no longer available for new applications. This visa subclass has been closed by the Australian Government.
Current options depend on your qualifications, occupation, experience, English, age and whether an invitation, nomination or employer sponsor is available. A registered adviser should assess the current options separately.
Requirements vary by current visa and nominated occupation. Check the relevant Department guidance and assessing-authority rules before preparing an application.
Yes. Our team can assess your qualifications, experience, and circumstances to identify the most suitable current visa pathway and guide you through the application process.
While the Subclass 476 visa is no longer available, there are several alternative pathways for engineering professionals seeking to live and work in Australia.
Contact our team for a current eligibility assessment to identify the best visa option for your circumstances.