Working holiday

Working holiday visas allow young people to travel and work in Australia for an extended stay, combining short-term employment with tourism.

Visa options

  • Subclass 417
  • Subclass 462

What to know

  • Generally available to people aged 18 to 30 (up to 35 for some nationalities).
  • Allows work and travel in Australia, usually for up to 12 months at a time.
  • Processing times vary, and every case depends on its own circumstances.