Working Holiday Visa – Subclass 417

Work, travel, and explore Australia for up to 12 months with the flexible Working Holiday Visa (Subclass 417).

Working Holiday Visa (Subclass 417): Live, Work, and Explore Australia for 12 Months

The Subclass 417 Working Holiday Visa allows eligible young travellers to holiday, work digitally or casually, and study short-term in Australia for up to 12 months, with extensions available under specified conditions.

The Working Holiday Visa (Subclass 417) offers a unique opportunity for young adults to explore Australia while earning money to support their travels. This visa allows you to stay for up to 12 months, travel in and out freely, work temporarily, and study for up to 4 months.

Why Take WHV 417?

Ideal for adventurous youth wanting extended travel and cultural exchange in Australia. Work to fund your stay, gain international experience, and enjoy flexibility that typical tourist visas don’t offer.

Benefits

Stay in Australia for 12 months from first entry.

Work in short-term or casual roles to fund your travel.

Study for up to 4 months.

Multiple entries—come and go as you please.

Eligible for up to two additional WHV 417 extensions with qualifying specified work.

Who Can Apply?

Applicants must be between 18 and 30 (some countries extend to 35). Must hold a passport from an eligible country (e.g., UK, Canada, Germany, Japan, etc.), meet health and character requirements, have sufficient funds, and apply from outside Australia.

Visa Duration & Extensions

initial duration:

12 months from first entry.

second visa:

Available after completing at least 88 days (approx. 3 months) of specified regional work during the first year.

third visa:

Available after further specified work (usually 6 months) during the second year.

UK arrangement:

From 1 July 2024, UK passport holders aged 18–35 may receive up to three WHV 417 visas without needing specified work.

Eligibility & Conditions

Apply from outside Australia for your first WHV.

No dependents allowed during stay.

Cannot work more than 6 months with the same employer.

Only up to 4 months of study/training permitted.

Must hold at least AUD 5,000 and have a return or onward ticket.

Application Process

Create an ImmiAccount and complete your online application.

Upload required documents: passport details, birth certificate (or equivalent ID), proof of funds, and health/character evidence if requested.

Pay the visa application fee (approx. AUD 635).

Submit application from outside Australia.

Upon grant, you have 12 months to enter Australia and activate your visa.

FAQs

Can I extend my stay after the first 12 months?

Yes, by applying for a second and third WHV 417, provided you meet the specified regional work requirements—or if you’re a UK passport holder applying on or after 1 July 2024, no specified work is needed.

What counts as 'specified work'?

Designated types of employment in regional areas such as agriculture, construction, forestry, fishing, tourism, among others, lasting at least 88 calendar days.

How long is the processing time?

Most applications are processed within about 14 days, but it can take longer if documentation is incomplete.