Training Visa: Subclass 407

The Subclass 407 Training Visa is for people who want to participate in occupational training in Australia, either to improve their skills in their current profession or as part of a professional development program. It's a niche visa commonly used in healthcare, engineering, and government-linked training programs.

Key Requirements

• Sponsoring organisation must be approved by the Department of Home Affairs

• Training must be genuine, not used as a substitute for standard employment

• Applicant must be outside Australia at the time of application (or onshore with bridging arrangements)

• Health and character requirements

• Training must be in an occupation relevant to the applicant's background

• Organisation must demonstrate why the training cannot be provided by an Australian worker

Who is This Visa For?

People seeking workplace-based occupational training with an approved Australian organisation, people participating in recognised professional development programs, and Australian government-sponsored activities involving training.

Visa Conditions

•  Duration: Up to 2 years

• Work rights: Training only cannot engage in standard employment outside the training program

•   Bring dependants on corresponding visas

•  No direct PR pathway from the 407 alone, often used as a pathway to 482 or 186

Processing Time and Cost

•   Processing Time: 75% within 3 months; 90% within 7 months

•  Visa Application Charge: AUD 3,115 (2024–25)

How We Help

Gemini identifies eligible sponsoring organisations for your field, structures the training program documentation to meet Department requirements, and advises on whether the 407 could position you for a subsequent 482 employer-sponsored visa.