Working Holiday Visa (subclass 417)
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 365 days
- Processing time
- 4 to 21 days
- Fee
- AUD $650
- Validity
- 12 months from first entry
- Entry
- Multiple entry
For young people from eligible countries to holiday and work in Australia for up to 12 months. Can work for each employer for up to 6 months. Can study for up to 4 months. Age limit is 18-30 for most countries, but up to 35 for UK, Ireland, Canada, and France passport holders. Can apply for second and third Working Holiday visas if specified regional work requirements are met. Must have AUD $5,000 in funds plus return airfare.
Eligibility
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Nationality
Must hold a passport from one of the 20 eligible countries: Belgium, Canada, Cyprus, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong SAR, Ireland, Italy, Japan, South Korea, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, Taiwan, United Kingdom, San Marino
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Age
Must be aged 18-30 at time of application (18-35 for UK, Ireland, Canada, and France passport holders)
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Financial
Must have AUD $5,000 in available funds plus return airfare
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Health
Must meet health requirements
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Criminal record
Must not have a substantial criminal record
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Visa history
Must not have previously held a subclass 417 visa (unless applying for second or third visa)
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6
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Proof of funds
Accepted forms: Bank statements, credit card statements; Minimum amount: AUD $5,000 plus return airfare or sufficient funds to purchase one
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Health exam
Panel physician required: May be required depending on nationality and planned activities; Validity months: 12
How to apply
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Online application
Apply online through ImmiAccount
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Fee payment
Pay AUD $650 visa application charge
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Biometrics
Provide biometrics if required by nationality
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Processing wait
90% of applications processed within 10 days