2 years study requirements

[nidhalodeh]

Hi guys,

I am currently in australia under student visa subclass 574,
i would like to apply for skilled migrant, i arraived here last month, do i have to complete 2 years study before i apply, my study will be 3 years (PhD), is there any alternative option

Thank You

[Denise Casey]

Hi,

You could apply for permanent residency after you have completed 2 years of full-time study in Australia. Your application must be submitted no later than 6 months after you finish your course.

Please feel free to email me should you have any further queries.

Regards,
Denise