The Working Holiday visa (subclass 417) is built for an extended trip around Australia, with short-term work along the way to help fund it.
To qualify, you'll generally need to:
Some passport-specific conditions can apply on top of the general rules, particularly if you're applying for a second or third 417.
A first 417 generally runs for 12 months. During that time you can travel freely around the country and pick up short-term or casual work — typically capped at six months with any single employer unless you've been given permission to stay longer — plus up to four months of study or training.
If you want to extend your time in Australia beyond the first year, you may be able to apply for a second and even a third 417 — but each one depends on having completed a set amount of "specified work" during your previous visa. What counts as specified work, and how much of it you need, depends on the type of work, where it was done, and the rules in place at the time, so it's worth checking before you count on a particular job qualifying.
You'll need to meet the applicable health and character requirements, which can include medical checks or police certificates depending on your circumstances. Any past visa refusals or cancellations should be disclosed and looked at before you apply.
Broadly: confirm your passport is eligible, check whether your circumstances (age, prior visas, work history) still fit the rules, gather your supporting documents, and lodge online. If you're going for a second or third visa, have your specified work evidence ready to go.
I can check your eligibility against your passport and circumstances, assess whether your work history stacks up for a second or third 417, and help you avoid the common mistakes that trip up straightforward Working Holiday applications.
Contact me to check your eligibility for the subclass 417.
The information on this page is provided for general information purposes only and does not constitute migration advice for your individual circumstances. Working Holiday Maker eligibility requirements and visa conditions can change, and meeting the general requirements described above does not guarantee that a visa will be granted. Professional advice should be obtained based on your individual circumstances before applying.
