Work and holiday visa Australia

Subclass 462Work and Holiday Visa

Work and travel in Australia for up to 12 months. Available to young people from eligible countries not covered by the 417 Working Holiday Visa.


Overview

Experience Australia's vibrant culture while working part-time to fund your extended holiday.

Each program year (1 July to 30 June), there is a limit on the number of first Work and Holiday (subclass 462) visas that can be issued to applicants from the countries listed below. When this limit is reached, the application status for that country will be marked as 'closed' in the table, meaning no more applications will be accepted until the next program year begins. There is no limit on second or third Work and Holiday visas.

For those who have previously held a Work and Holiday visa, enjoy a second working holiday in Australia.

For those who have previously held two Work and Holiday visas, a third working holiday in Australia awaits.


What this visa offers

Work and travel

Enjoy Australia 12 months.

Multiple entries

Frequent entry, exit flexibility.

Gain experience

Diversify work experience.

Cultural exchange

Immerse in Australian lifestyle.

Study, training

Pursue 4-month education.

Regional work

Second visa eligibility.

Global connections

Expand professional network.

Personal growth

Develop independence and adaptability.


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Frequently Asked Questions

Eligible countries include the UK, Ireland, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Belgium, Finland, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Cyprus, Malta, Japan, South Korea, Hong Kong SAR, Taiwan, and several others. The age limit is typically under 31, with the limit raised to under 36 for UK, Canadian, French, and Irish passport holders.
Specified regional work includes: plant and animal cultivation, fishing, pearling, tree farming, mining, construction, and bushfire recovery. You must complete 88 days in a designated regional area. F4MG helps you identify genuine, legitimate regional work opportunities.
Yes, but only for up to 4 months at any one registered education provider. This is enough for short courses or certificate programs. If you plan to study full-time, a student visa may be more appropriate.
The Working Holiday visa itself is not a direct pathway to permanent residency. However, working holiday makers can use the experience to build Australian work experience points, find an employer willing to sponsor a 482 visa, or qualify for a 485 Temporary Graduate visa if they complete Australian qualifications. F4MG helps working holiday makers plan their long-term migration pathway.

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