Working Holiday visa (subclass 417)
Working Holiday visa (subclass 417)
The Working Holiday Visa (Subclass 417) is a temporary visa that allows young adults to have an extended holiday in Australia and work to help fund their trip.
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 417 Working Holiday Visa, you must:
- Be 18 to 30 years old (inclusive), except Canadian, French, and Irish citizens who can be 18 to 35 years old (inclusive).
- Hold a passport from an eligible country or jurisdiction:
- Belgium, Canada, Republic of Cyprus, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Republic of Ireland, Italy, Japan, Republic of Korea, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, Taiwan (excluding official or diplomatic passports), United Kingdom.
- 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.
Second & Third Working Holiday Visa
Second Working Holiday Visa
Applicants must complete three calendar months of specified work in regional Australia while holding their first Working Holiday visa.
Third Working Holiday Visa (From 1 July 2019)
Applicants must complete six calendar months of specified work in regional Australia while holding their second Working Holiday visa.
Eligible Work for Second & Third Visa Extensions
- Plant and animal cultivation, Fishing and pearling
- Tree farming and felling, Mining & Construction
Processing Times
- Processing times vary based on individual circumstances and government policies:
- 75% of applications processed within 70 days
- 90% of applications processed within 4 months.
Important: Voluntary work does not count towards the specified work requirement. Applicants must provide evidence of paid full-time employment in regional Australia.
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.