Work and Holiday Visa

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Subclass 462

Overview

The Subclass 417 Work and Holiday Visa is an exciting opportunity for young travellers to experience Australia while working to support their adventures. Designed for individuals aged 18 to 30 from eligible countries, this visa allows participants to explore Australia while gaining valuable work experience and opens doors to a variety of employment opportunities. In this overview, we will explore the eligible countries, regulatory requirements, and benefits of the Working Holiday Visa.

Essential Criteria for Applicants

  • Must hold a passport from an eligible country
  • Must meet health and character requirements
  • Must have functional English
  • Must meet the educational qualification requirement for their country
  • Certain countries’ passport holders require a government letter of support
  • Must have sufficient funds for their stay
  • Must not be accompanied by dependent children
  • Must be a genuine visitor

Eligible Countries

  • Argentina
  • China
  • Hungary
  • Luxembourg
  • Peru
  • San Marino
  • Spain
  • Uruguay
  • Austria
  • Czech Republic
  • India
  • Malaysia
  • Philippines
  • Singapore
  • Switzerland
  • USA
  • Brazil
  • Ecuador
  • Indonesia
  • Mongolia
  • Poland
  • Slovak Republic
  • Thailand
  • Vietnam
  • Chile
  • Greece
  • Israel
  • Papua New Guinea
  • Portugal
  • Slovenia
  • Türkiye

Extension of Visa

Applicants can extend this visa for a ‘second’ or ‘third’ Working Holiday Visa for an additional 12 months each time, after completing specified work in regional areas. Contact us for more information.

Duration of Stay

Visa holders can live up to 12 months in Australia while holding this visa.

Benefits of this Visa Include:

  • Ability to live and work in Australia for up to 12 months
  • Leave and re-enter Australia multiple times while your visa is valid
  • Opportunity to study for up to 4 months
  • Option to extend the visa for 12 months after completing regional work
  • Gain skills that can enhance your resume and promote personal growth

Processing Times

Processing time can be up to 4-6 weeks.

DISCLAIMER:  The information provided above is general and may not be applicable to your specific situation. We encourage you to contact us for a comprehensive analysis that takes into account your unique circumstances.