
WORKING HOLIDAY 417, 462
Working Holiday Visa for Australia
The Working Holiday Visa allows tourists to work and vacation in Australia for up to a year. This program offers the flexibility to explore the country while earning an income. Eligible applicants may also apply for a second or third Working Holiday Visa by completing specific types of work in regional areas.
First Working Holiday Visa (Subclass 417)
This visa is ideal for young travelers who wish to work and explore Australia for up to 12 months.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Age: Applicants must be between 18 and 30 years old. Citizens of Canada, France, and Ireland may apply until age 35.
- Duration: Visa is valid for 12 months.
- Work Restrictions:
- Work for a single employer for up to 6 months.
- May work for up to 12 months on specific projects.
- Application Location: Must be outside of Australia at the time of application and decision.
- Financial Requirement: Must have at least $5,000 AUD in your bank account to support yourself.
- Immigration Fee: $485.00 AUD.
Second Working Holiday Visa (Subclass 417)
Travelers who have completed their first 417 visa may be eligible for a second one by meeting additional work requirements.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Specified Work: Must have completed 3 months of specified work in regional Australia while on the first 417 visa.
- Age: Applicants must be between 18 and 30 years old. Citizens of Canada, France, and Ireland can apply until age 35.
- Immigration Fee: $485.00 AUD.
Work and Holiday Visa (Subclass 462)
This visa allows travelers to work and vacation in Australia for up to 12 months under similar conditions to the 417 visa but with some additional requirements.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Age: Applicants must be between 18 and 30 years old.
- Duration: Visa is valid for 12 months.
- Application Location: Must be outside of Australia at the time of application and decision.
- Financial Requirement: Must have at least $5,000 AUD in your bank account to support yourself.
- English Requirement: Must achieve an IELTS score of 4.5 (average across all four test bands).
- Immigration Fee: $485.00 AUD.