If you wish to enjoy the extended Australian holidays and be able to fund your holidays by working in Australia, a Work and Holiday visa is your bet. The Work and Holiday visa has three classes: First, Second and Third. The difference between a WHM visa and a W&H visa is a condition of minimum education. You can stay in Australia for 12 months under this visa, work for a short time, and study for 17 weeks.

Eligibility Requirements:

You must be from the listed countries to apply for the Work & Holiday visa. In addition, you must meet the education requirements specified for each country. You should be between 18 and 30 and not have entered Australia on subclass 462 or 417 visas. You must enter Australia within 12 months of visa approval.

  • Be a passport holder in listed countries
  • Must be between 18 and 30 years of age
  • Have not entered Australia on 462 or 417
  • Meet the education requirement
  • Have a competent level of English proficiency
  • Have a letter of support
  • Have enough money
  • Meet the health requirement
  • Meet the character requirement
  • Sign the Australian values statement
  • Not have had a visa canceled or refused
  • Pay your debts to the Australian Government
  • Enter Australia within 12 months of visa approval

Stay:

Up to 12 months

Benefits:

  • Have holidays
  • Study for up to 4 months
  • Do any kind of work on this visa
  • Stay in Australia for up to 12 months
  • You are protected by Australian workplace law
  • Leave and re-enter Australia as many times as you like
  • Access your superannuation when you leave Australia if eligible
  • Do three months of specified work to become eligible for a second Work & Holiday visa