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The working holiday program allows Working Holiday visa to have an extended holiday in Australia by supplementing their travel funds through incidental employment, and to experience closer contact with a local community.


   
 
 
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The total fee for this visa is the DIAC (Dept. of Immigration) fee of A$ 195 + ASA professional fee of A$ 69 = A$ 264.
  
 


 
  The table lists the countries and regions involved in the Working Holiday Program with Australia. If you hold a passport for one of these countries, you may be eligible to apply for this visa: -  
 

Countries & Regions Participating in Working Holiday Program: -
  • United Kingdom
  • The Republic of Ireland
  • Canada
  • Japan
  • Netherlands
  • The Republic of Korea
  • Malta
  • Germany
  • Denmark
  • Sweden
  • Norway
  • Hong Kong SAR *
  • Finland
  • The Republic of Cyprus
  • Italy
  • France
  • Belgium
  • Estonia
  • Taiwan
* Note: Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People's Republic of China (Includes British National Overseas passport holder).



 
 
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  Work Conditions: -
  Working Holiday visas are permitted to do any kind of work of a temporary visa holders or casual nature. As the main purpose of the visit is for holiday and travel, work for longer than 6 months with any one employer is not allowed.

Working Holiday visas should be paid according to Australian award rates and conditions.


    

The Working Holiday visa gives opportunities for resourceful, self reliant and adaptable young people to holiday in Australia and to supplement their funds through incidental employment.



 
 
 
   
  Frequently Asked Questions
 
  • Do I need a return ticket ?

    No, not if you hold a working holiday visa, but you will have to show sufficient funds for one upon arrival (we advise approx. AUD1000) this is in addition to your AUD5000 funds.


  • When should I book my flight ?

    The Australian High Commission request that you do not book your flight until your visa has been granted.


  • Do I need a Medical Examination ?

    All applicants are required to meet health criteria. Depending on your circumstances, you may need to undertake a medical examination which may include a chest x-ray, HIV, Hepatitis B and/or Hepatitis C test.

    All required health examination, the cost is not included in the visa application charge (fee) you pay when you lodge your application.


  • How long is the visa valid ?

    The Working Holiday visa gives you 12 months to travel to Australia from the date it is issued and allows you to stay in Australia for 12 months from the date you enter.


  • What are the work conditions ?

    The type of work you can do is not restricted but you are only allowed to work for any one employer for up to 6 months at a time. The main purpose for this visa allows you to supplement the cost of your holiday through short-term employment.
 
 


 
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