Australia Working Holiday Visa (Subclass 417)

Australia’s Working Holiday visa program allows eligible young adults to travel around Australia while undertaking short-term work to help fund their holiday. The right visa depends on your passport and circumstances.

What is the Australia Working Holiday visa?

The Working Holiday Maker program includes two different visa subclasses: Working Holiday visa (subclass 417) and Work and Holiday visa (subclass 462). They have different eligible passport countries and may have different application requirements. Check the official criteria for the visa that matches your passport before applying.

Official subclass 417 visa information | Official subclass 462 visa information

Who may be eligible for subclass 417?

Eligibility depends on your circumstances and passport country. In general, applicants must:

• Hold a valid passport from a country or jurisdiction participating in the subclass 417 program.
• Meet the age requirement: generally 18–30, with an upper age limit of 35 for some eligible nationalities.
• Meet the applicable health and character requirements.
• Meet the relevant application, location and other visa criteria.
• Not be accompanied by dependent children during their stay on this visa.

Age limits and other conditions differ by passport. Check the current Department of Home Affairs requirements for your nationality before making plans.

How long can you stay in Australia?

A first subclass 417 visa generally allows a stay of up to 12 months. Eligible holders may be able to apply for a second or third Working Holiday visa if they meet the relevant requirements, including specified work where applicable. The rules depend on your visa history and passport.

Work rights and study

The visa allows eligible holders to undertake short-term work to help fund their holiday. Usually, a holder can work for the same employer for up to six months, although exemptions and other arrangements may apply. Check the current conditions and any applicable exemptions before accepting work.

Subclass 417 visa holders can generally study or train for up to four months. If your main purpose is full-time study or long-term employment, another visa may be more suitable.

How to apply

1. Check that your passport country is eligible and confirm the age limit and criteria that apply to you.
2. Review the official Department of Home Affairs instructions, required documents and application conditions.
3. Prepare accurate supporting information and submit the application through the official process.
4. Wait for a written decision before booking non-refundable travel or making work or study commitments.

Visa application fee

Visa charges can change. Check the current subclass 417 application charge on the Australian Department of Home Affairs website before applying; additional costs may apply for health checks, police certificates or other requirements.

Check current Australian visa fees

Need guidance on Australian visa options?

Educate Migrate can help you understand the published requirements and consider which visa information is relevant to your circumstances. Eligibility and visa decisions are determined by the Australian Department of Home Affairs; individual outcomes cannot be guaranteed.

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Important: Visa requirements, fees and conditions may change. Always confirm the latest criteria with the Australian Department of Home Affairs. This page provides general information, not a guarantee of eligibility or visa grant.