What is the Work and Holiday Program?

The Work and Holiday program allows individuals aged 18-30 to live, study, and work in Australia for up to 12 months. This program is designed for students and recent graduates who wish to combine work, language study, and travel in Australia.

Participants obtain a visa known as “Subclass 462.” Those selected can determine their own periods for work and vacation in Australia. Language training can be taken for up to 4 months (17 weeks), and participants can work for a maximum of 6 months with one employer during the 12-month period.

What Are the Visa Application Requirements for Work and Holiday?

To qualify for the Australian Work and Holiday visa program, you must meet all the following criteria:

General Requirements:

• Be between 18 and 30 years old (not having reached 31).
• Hold a valid passport.
• Have never previously entered Australia on a Work and Holiday visa or participated in this program.
• Have no criminal record.
• Have no dependent children.
• Have a government support letter.
• Meet conditions related to language proficiency, education, financial status, and health.

Education Requirements:

• University students must have at least an associate degree.
• Students in a 4-year university program must have completed at least the first two years of their studies (excluding preparatory year).

English Language Proficiency:

• Provide evidence of one of the following:
  • An average score of 4.5 in the IELTS (General or Academic) test within the last year.
  • TOEFL scores within the last year: Computer-based test 133, Paper-based test 450, Internet-based test 45-46.
  • A score of 30 in the PTE (Pearson Test of English).
  • At least 5 years of education in a high school where English is the medium of instruction.
  • At least 1 year of full-time or equivalent part-time study in Australia at a higher education institution.

Financial Requirements:

• Demonstrate sufficient financial resources to cover living expenses in Australia, with at least AUD 7,000 in your bank account and the cost of a round-trip airfare.
• Do not purchase a plane ticket before applying.

Health Requirements:

• Health requirements may vary based on your health conditions and the type of work you plan to do in Australia.
• A health report from authorized medical institutions may be required.

Government Support Letter:

• A government support letter is necessary for the visa application. The 100-person quota is for the visa stage only, and there is no quota for obtaining the government support letter. Each applicant has a chance to get a visa after several evaluations.
• Documentation for the Work and Holiday program is processed through vfsglobal.
• You can work as many hours as you wish per week.

What Benefits Does the Work and Holiday Visa Provide?

• You can enter Australia anytime within 12 months of obtaining the visa.
• You can stay in Australia for 12 months from the date of entry.
• You can work full-time (with a maximum of 6 months at any one employer).
• You can take up to 4 months (17 weeks) of vocational or language training.
• Time spent outside Australia does not count toward the 12-month visa duration.

How to Find a Job, What Types of Jobs Are Available, and How Much Can You Earn?

• You can find jobs by joining pages on social media platforms like Facebook and Instagram with search terms such as “Australia Work and Holiday,” and by checking the following websites:
  • Government Harvest Job
  • Indeed
  • Gumtree
  • Backpacker Job Board
  • The Job Shop
  • Seek
  • Manpower
  • Australia Wide
  • Michael Page
  • Adecco
  • Taw

There are various job opportunities in Australia. By exploring the above options, you can find jobs that suit you. Depending on the job you choose, your working hours and earnings will vary. Average earnings are between AUD 14-30 per hour, with additional tips depending on the job.

You are not required to have a job offer from Australia when applying for the visa.

How Does the Work and Holiday Program Benefit You?

• Develop yourself over a year in Australia.
• Earn money by working.
• Improve your foreign language skills through language or vocational training.
• Enjoy your time off.
• Or experience all of the above!

So, what are you waiting for? Overcome the barriers you’ve set for yourself and get ready to embark on your journey when the time comes.

“There’s always Another Way.”