WORKING HOLIDAY VISA SUBCLASS 417 & WORK AND HOLIDAY VISA SUBCLASS 462

The Subclass 417 and Subclass 462 are intended for individuals aged between 18 and 31 (36 in certain circumstances) who wish to enjoy a holiday and work in Australia for up to a year. These visas serve as a beneficial entry point for other Australian visas, providing young people with the opportunity to seek work experience in the country. Upon holding the Working Holiday visa for a year, applicants may be eligible for a second visa, granted by the Department, given they meet the necessary requirements . Both visas are temporary, promoting cultural exchange between nations and fostering closer ties with the international community.

Criteria to apply 417 & 462 Visas

To be eligible for a Visa Subclass 417 & 462, applicants must meet the following criteria:

Age: Be between the ages of 18 and 31 (or 36 in certain circumstances).
Passport: Hold a valid passport from a country participating in the Australian Working Holiday Program.
Financial Stability: Be financially stable to support oneself while living in Australia and have the means to purchase a return or onward travel ticket upon completing the holiday.
Dependent Children: Not have any dependent children accompanying you during your stay in Australia.
Health and Character: Meet specific health and character requirements.
Health Insurance: Have your health insurance since you will not be covered by Australia’s national health scheme (Medicare), unless your country has a reciprocal health care agreement.
Outstanding Debts: Have no outstanding debts to the Australian Government.

If seeking a second Working Holiday Visa at the end of the first one, the following additional criteria must be met:

Age: Be under the age of 31 (or 36 in certain circumstances).
Visa History: Have only held one Working Holiday visa in the past.
Compliance: Have not breached any conditions on the first 417 & 462 visa.
Specified Work: Completed at least three months of specified work on the first Working Holiday visa in regional Australia.

How should I Apply for a Subclass 417 or a Subclass 462?

At EDT Migration, we simplify the visa application process unlike other migration law firms. Our team of experienced lawyers will guide you through each step, ensuring a swift processing of your application. Here’s our step-by-step procedure:

Arrange a free consultation with our team of proficient lawyers. During this session, we will evaluate and recommend the Australian visa option that is most suitable for you.
In this phase, we will collect and organize all necessary documentation, as well as conduct any additional checks required to submit a visa application.
Following this, we will start to prepare your application and submit it promptly.

Meanwhile, if you are applying from within Australia, you will be granted a bridging visa until your current visa expires. This will allow you to work until a decision is made on your Work/Holiday Visa application.

Lastly, we will inform you of the result. If your application is successful, you will be granted the rights mentioned below.

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