The Working Holiday Visa is one of Australia's most loved programs it lets young adults from eligible countries live, work, and travel in Australia for up to a year, with the possibility of extending to 2 or even 3 years through regional work. Subclass 417 is for citizens of traditional partner countries; Subclass 462 covers additional nationalities through the Work and Holiday program.

Key Requirements

• Aged 18–30 (or 35 for some countries) at time of application

•  Citizen of an eligible country (417: UK, Germany, France, Ireland, etc.; 462: USA, China, India, check current list)

•   No dependent children travelling with you

•   Hold sufficient funds for the trip (at least AUD 5,000 recommended)

•   Hold a return or onward travel ticket (or sufficient funds)

•  Health insurance recommended (not Medicare eligible)

•  Character requirements

Who is This Visa For?

Young adults aged 18–30 (or 18–35 for some nationalities) from eligible countries. Must not have previously held a working holiday visa for Australia, be without dependent children accompanying you, and meet health and character requirements.

Visa Conditions and Key Details

•   Work rights: Can work for any employer, but maximum 6 months with one employer

•   Study: Up to 4 months

•   Second Year: Complete 3 months (88 days) specified regional work in first year

•   Third Year (417 only): Complete an additional 6 months of specified regional work in the second year

•   Tax: Working holiday makers pay 15% flat tax rate on income up to AUD 45,000

Processing Time and Cost

•   Processing Time: 75% within 1 day for most nationalities; 90% within 29 days

•   Visa Application Charge: AUD 650 (2024–25)

How We Help

Gemini advises on second and third year extension eligibility, regional work documentation, and, for WHV holders considering a longer stay, the pathway from Working Holiday into a student visa, 482, or skilled migration stream.