AU AU-417 Non-immigrant Multiple entries

WORKING HOLIDAY VISA (SUBCLASS 417)

Visa for young adults to holiday and work in Australia for up to one year

The result is informational and does not guarantee approval.

Last updated: 2026-04-09

Description

The Subclass 417 Working Holiday Visa is available to young adults (18–30, or 18–35 for some countries) from eligible nations. It allows them to supplement their holiday funds through short-term employment.

Holders can work up to 6 months with each employer and study for up to 4 months. Second and third year visas are available if specified work is completed in regional areas.

Key rules (typical)

Maximum stay
Up to 12 months (extendable to 2 or 3 years with regional work)
Validity
12 months from first entry
Entries
Multiple entries
Interview
Not required (typical)

Work
Allowed
Employment and salary rules depend on the program.
Study
Allowed
Formal study may require a dedicated study program.
Petition
Not required (typical)
Some programs require prior approval from authorities.
Sponsor
Not required (typical)
A sponsor is usually an employer, school, or family member.
Multiple entries
Yes
Final entry count can depend on the issued visa sticker.
Active
Active
If not active, it may be hidden from public lists.

Quick facts

Country
Australia
Program code
AU-417
Kind
Non-immigrant
Work
Allowed
Study
Allowed
Interview
Not required
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