The Working Holiday Visa (Subclass 417) is a cultural exchange initiative permitting young citizens from reciprocal partner countries to live and work in Australia for 12 months. It does not require tertiary education qualifications or English test scores.
Key Eligibility Criteria
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Eligible Passport: Hold a passport from an eligible country (UK, Canada, Ireland, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, South Korea, etc.).
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Age Limit: Aged 18 to 30 years inclusive (or 18 to 35 years for UK, Irish, and Canadian citizens).
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No Dependent Children: You cannot bring dependent children with you on this visa.
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Sufficient Funds: Possess at least AUD 5,000 to support yourself upon initial arrival in Australia.
Second & Third Year Visa Extensions
You can extend your stay in Australia for up to 3 years by completing specified regional work:
Second Working Holiday Visa
Complete 3 months (88 days) of specified work in regional Australia during your first year (plant/animal cultivation, construction, mining, hospitality in northern Australia).
Third Working Holiday Visa
Complete 6 months of specified regional work during your second Subclass 417 visa.