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Reviewed 18 July 2026

Working Holiday Visas

See general program notes, location-specific cautions, and practical resource links.

Category overview

What this category covers

The Working Holiday Maker program includes the Working Holiday visa (subclass 417) and Work and Holiday visa (subclass 462). The available subclass, age settings and additional requirements depend on the applicant's passport country.

These temporary visas combine an extended holiday with short-term work and study. Rules for work with one employer, specified work and eligibility for a second or third visa should be checked on the current subclass page.

Topics to understand

Eligible passport and age range
First, second or third visa requirements
Funds and onward-travel planning
Work and study limitations
Specified work rules where relevant

Detailed information

Available guides

Every guide is general information and links back to the applicable Home Affairs page.

Subclass 417

Working Holiday Visa Subclass 417

Working Holiday Visa Subclass 417 overview covering requirements, documents, application steps, fees, processing times, conditions and direct official source links.

7 min read · Reviewed 18 July 2026Read guide
Subclass 462

Work and Holiday Visa Subclass 462

Work and Holiday Visa Subclass 462 overview covering requirements, documents, application steps, fees, processing times, conditions and direct official source links.

7 min read · Reviewed 18 July 2026Read guide

Official government sources

Primary information for this category

General information only. This page does not assess eligibility, recommend a visa or provide immigration or legal advice. Requirements may change; confirm the current position through the official links above.