PTE is an English test that can open many opportunities for you to study and work in an English-speaking country like Australia.

With adequate PTE scores, getting a 485 visa is still acceptable.

In this article, PTE Magic will show you the suitable PTE score for 485 visas.

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Key Takeaways

• The 485 visa is a subclass labeled 485, included in the Australian Government’s valid visas
• Each type of 485 visa requires different qualifications and offers separate benefits.
• PTE Magic reveals the suitable PTE score for 485 visas and six tips to attain that score in this article.

Related:

• PTE tips and tricks for maximum scores
• List of PTE accepted countries

What Is a 485 Visa?

Simply put, the 485 visa is a subclass labeled 485, included in the Australian Government’s valid visas. If you have finished your studies in Australia and wish to extend the visa validation for work and further study temporarily, this visa is right for you. Its validity period will vary among each category of applicants:

• For people who have achieved a bachelor’s in a specific profession that Australia demands: Up to 18 months.
• For students graduating from an institution in Australia: From 24 to 48 months.
• For students graduating from an Australian regional institution: From 12 to 48 months.
• For people whose visa validation was affected due to the COVID-19 pandemic: From 18 to 72 months.

The exact validity of the visa will be announced by the Australian government after assessing your documents. Each type of 485 visa requires different qualifications and offers separate benefits.

What Is The Required PTE Score For 485 Visas?

As of 23 March 2024, the 485 visa PTE requirement is 58 overall. However, you must gain at least 42 for each separate component in the exam. 

Apart from this test, you must satisfy some other requirements as follows:

1. You must be younger than 50 years old.
2. When you submit the application for the 485 visas, you must be staying in Australia.
3. Your current visa is valid.
4. Within the period of 6 months, you must have stayed and studied in Australia under a valid Student visa.
5. Your first Student Visa was at least activated from 5 November 2011 until the present. 
6. You must show that your health insurance is appropriate for the application.
7. Before applying for the 485 visa, make sure that you have opted for an AFP check.
8. Your English level must meet the visa requirements.
9. You must accomplish a CRICOS-registered course degree.

6 Tips To Attain The PTE Score For 485 Visas

Getting eligible for the 485 Visa with the demanded PTE score is not impossible when you have a decent strategy. We are willing to give you some tips:

• Taking the PTE mock tests: Practicing with mock tests is key. They allow you to adapt to the test format and improve and revise your English knowledge. Websites like Pearson PTE or PTE Magic are reliable sources to check out.
• Try to learn more new words: The best way is to learn by heart from 10-20 new words daily. Extensive English vocabulary will make your Listening and Reading test more effortless. 
• Don’t miss out on flashcards: In addition to learning new words by heart, we suggest that you use flashcards. You can’t imagine how useful the tiny cards can be in motivating you to remember more terms.
• Focus on the weak skills: Hardly can anyone be perfect in every English skill. So, you should know your weaknesses and eliminate them to improve your overall score.
• Leave the distraction behind: Stay determined about your goal. You can relax but don’t indulge in time-consuming and useless hobbies.

Don’t skip the support from online sources: You can download and practice thousands of PTE tests in the same format online. Besides, you can enhance your speaking skills by talking to your friends in English every day.

Bottom Lines

The required PTE score for 485 visas is now 58 overall, and each skill must at least reach 42. Honestly, this is not a tough challenge for English learners. Even people who have set their first steps for a visa in Australia can nail this.

Remember to stay determined and have a sensible plan; you can attain your goal!