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🇦🇺 Australia

Working Holiday Visa

Popular visa for young people (18-30, or 18-35 for select countries) to holiday and work in Australia for up to 3 years. Subclass 417 for citizens of UK, Ireland, Canada, France, Germany, Japan, South Korea, and other select countries. Subclass 462 (Work and Holiday) for USA, Argentina, Chile, China, and others with additional requirements including tertiary education. Can work for any employer for up to 6 months each. Second and third year extensions available after completing specified regional work (88 and 176 days respectively).

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Processing Time

14-80 days depending on country and demand

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Cost

AUD $635 (first), $635 (second), $635 (third)

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Duration

12 months per visa, up to 3 years total

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Work Rights

Full work rights, max 6 months per employer

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Path to Permanent Residence

No

Requirements

  • 1Age 18-30 (or 18-35 for UK, Canada, France, Ireland, Italy, Denmark)
  • 2Passport from eligible country
  • 3AUD $5,000+ in funds to support yourself
  • 4Return ticket or funds to purchase one
  • 5Meet health and character requirements
  • 6For 462: tertiary education and English proficiency
  • 7No dependent children accompanying

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