Work and Holiday visa (subclass 462)
Work and Holiday visa (subclass 462)
The Work and Holiday Visa (Subclass 462) is a temporary visa that allows young adults to have an extended holiday in Australia and work to help fund their trip. This visa differs from the Working Holiday Visa (Subclass 417) in the eligible countries and additional educational requirements.
Stay Duration
- Up to 12 months.
With This Visa, You Can:
- Applicants can leave and re-enter Australia as many times as they like within this period.
- Can study for up to four months.
- Can work for a single employer for no more than six months.
- Eligible applicants may apply for a second or third Working Holiday visa.
Visa Subclass
Eligibility Requirements
To apply for a Subclass 462 Work and Holiday Visa, you must:
- Be 18 to 30 years old (inclusive).
- Hold a passport from an eligible country:
- Argentina, Austria, Chile, China, Czech Republic, Ecuador, Greece, Hungary, Indonesia, Israel, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Peru, Poland, Portugal, San Marino, Singapore, Slovak Republic, Slovenia, Spain, Thailand, Turkey, Uruguay, United States of America, Vietnam.
- Apply online from outside Australia
- Not have previously held a Working Holiday visa.
- Not include partners or dependent children in the application.
- Meet health and character requirements.
Additional Requirements Based on Country of Nationality
Depending on your country of nationality, you may also need to:
- Have a tertiary qualification or have completed two years of undergraduate university study.
- Have at least functional English.
- Include a letter of support from your home government.
Second & Third Work Holiday Visa
Second Work Holiday Visa
Applicants must complete three calendar months of specified work in regional Australia while holding their first Work and Holiday visa.
Third Work and Holiday Visa (From 1 July 2019)
Applicants must complete six calendar months of specified work in regional Australia while holding their second Work and Holiday visa.
Eligible Work for Second & Third Visa Extensions
- Plant and animal cultivation
- Fishing and pearling | Tree farming and felling | Tourism and hospitality (northern Australia only).
Processing Times
- Processing times vary based on individual circumstances and government policies:
- 75% of applications processed within 84 days.
- 90% of applications processed within 4 months.
How We Can Help
At AK Migration & Visa Services, we assist applicants with:
- Assessing eligibility for the Subclass 804 Visa.
- Preparing strong documentation to support visa approval.
- Ensuring compliance with all visa requirements to avoid unnecessary delays.
Contact us today to explore your visa options and make the most of your working holiday in Australia!
Disclaimer: This content is for general information purposes only and does not constitute immigration advice. Due to frequent changes in migration law, the accuracy of this information cannot be guaranteed. For the latest updates, please refer to the official Australian Government website.