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If you’re a young adventurer seeking to explore Australia while earning some money to support your journey, the Working Holiday Visa (WHV) might just be what you need! With this visa, you can travel and work in Australia for up to 12 months, allowing you to discover the country’s stunning landscapes, rich culture, and friendly people while funding your adventure. Keep reading to understand all about the Visa and its requirements.
Understand what a Work and Holiday Visa is.
It is a temporary visa that encourages cultural exchange and cultural ties between Australia and eligible partner countries. This visa lets people 18 to 30 years old (inclusive) have an extended holiday while they study and work to help fund study and during a whole year.
Who is Eligible for a Work And Holiday Visa in Australia?
To be eligible for a Working Holiday Visa in Australia, you must meet the following requirements.
- Have a passport from an eligible country
- Be 18 to 30 years old (inclusive)
- Apply from outside Australia
- Not be accompanied by dependent children
- Meet educational requirements
- You must have a least “Functional English” Level
- Have a letter of support (Necessary only for specific countries)
- Have enough money to support yourself and leave Australia at the end of your stay.
- Not have previously entered Australia on a subclass 417 visa. If you previously entered Australia on a subclass 462 visa, you need to see the second Work and Holiday visa.
- Meet health requirements
- Meet character requirements
- You must not have had a visa canceled or a previous application refused.
Eligible countries for the Working and Holiday Visa include Argentina, Austria, Brazil, Chile, China, the Republic of Czech Republic, Ecuador, Greece, Hungary, Indonesia, Israel, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Mongolia, Peru, Poland, Portugal, San Marino, Singapore, Slovak Republic, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland, Thailand, Türkiye, Uruguay, United States of America, Vietnam.
How to Apply for a Work and Holiday Visa in Australia?
The process of applying for a Work and Holiday Visa in Australia involves submitting an online application through the Department of Home Affairs website. In order to complete the application, you’ll need to provide your personal information, such as your name, address, and passport details, and also present documentation that demonstrates your eligibility for the visa.
You must apply for the visa from outside Australia!
It’s also necessary to pay the application fee, which at the moment is AUD $510.
Once your application has been submitted, it will undergo a review by the Australian Government. If your application is approved, you will receive a visa grant notification that outlines the terms and conditions of your visa.
What Can I Do with a Working Holiday Visa in Australia?
One of the primary benefits of the visa is the ability to work temporarily in Australia, which can help offset the costs of your travel and living expenses. Additionally, you’re allowed to study for up to four months and can travel to and from Australia as many times as you want during the validity period of the visa. If you’re interested in staying in Australia for a longer period, you can complete three months of specified subclass 462 work, which will make you eligible for a second Work and Holiday Visa. It’s worth noting that while you can work in any industry, you’re typically limited to working for the same employer for a maximum of six months.
What is a Functional Level of English?
When it comes to Australian immigration, having a functional level of English is an important requirement for many visa applications. In order to meet the functional English requirement, there are two main ways that applicants can demonstrate their English proficiency.
The first way is by showing that they have completed their education in an English-speaking environment. For example, if an applicant attended a primary school and secondary school where all instruction was in English, either in Australia or another country, they would meet the functional English requirement.
The second way to demonstrate functional English is by achieving a certain score on an approved English language test. For example, an applicant who achieves a total band score of at least 30 on the PTE Academic test, or an average band score of at least 4.5 on the IELTS test, would meet the functional English requirement. Other types of English language tests like TOEFL iBT and CAE.
Check all information about the Functional Level of English here.
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Applying for a Second Work and Holiday Visa.
Applicants seeking a second or third Work and Holiday (subclass 462) visa must meet a prescribed minimum period of ‘specified subclass 462 work’ before they can apply. Specified work refers to work that is completed in a specified industry and area of Australia.
The type of work that is considered ‘specified subclass 462 work’ varies depending on the industry and area in which it is completed. For example, agricultural work in certain parts of Australia may qualify as specified work, as may work in mining or construction. It’s essential for applicants to carefully review the list of specified work industries and areas to ensure they meet the minimum requirements.
You will also need to pay another AUD $510 fee to apply for the second visa.
Click here to check all information about the application process.