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Australia Subclass 462

Why apply for an Australia Working Holiday (462) Visa?

The Subclass 462 Visa, also known as the Working Holiday Visa, is a popular option for young Indian citizens who want to experience Australian culture and gain valuable work experience.

Benefits of the Subclass 462 Visa:

πŸ‘‰ Stay and work in Australia for up to 36 months.

πŸ‘‰ Work full-time for any eligible employer.

πŸ‘‰ You must have an IELTS score of 4.5 bands or equivalent English .

πŸ‘‰ There are 1000 visas available for Indian citizens.

Australia Ballot Process for Working Holiday Program

Australia has announced that it will begin the ballot process for its popular Working Holiday Program on September 16, 2024. The countries included in this ballot are India, China, and Vietnam.

India has been allocated 1000 visas for the current year. This means that only 1000 Indian citizens will have the opportunity to apply for the Working Holiday Visa during this ballot period.

The Working Holiday Program allows young people from participating countries to travel and work in Australia for up to 12 months. It’s a great opportunity to experience Australian culture, gain valuable work experience, and explore the country’s stunning landscapes.

Eligible countries for Australia Subclass 462

πŸ‘‰ India

πŸ‘‰ China

πŸ‘‰ Vietnam

Types of Australia Subclass Visa 462

Visa Type Age Stay Min Req.
First Work and Holiday visa
18-30 years
12 months
Passport from an eligible country
Second Work and Holiday visa
18-30 years
12 months
3 months Exp, Passport from eligible country
Second Work and Holiday visa
18-30 years
12 months
6 months Exp, Passport from eligible country

Eligibility for Subclass 462 Visa

πŸ‘‰ Be an Indian Citizen

πŸ‘‰ Age between 18 -30 years(when apply for visa)

πŸ‘‰ Not held Work holiday visa earlier; if so, should be meeting the conditions of second work holiday visa.

πŸ‘‰ Applicant must be outside Australia.

πŸ‘‰ University degrees, diplomas, and other graduate certificates will be accepted with a minimum of 2 years of study (above post-secondary level). The policy will be released specifically for India. This is as per the current requirement they have for other countries in this visa program.

πŸ‘‰ Family members cannot be included in this program; to be applied separately if they are eligible and meet the same criteria.

Requirements for Subclass 462 Visa

πŸ‘‰ English requirement: It is not mandatory to take the English exam as highlighted.Β 

➑️ completed a relevant approved English language test or assessment ( Average band of 4.5 including all 4 components in IELTS general or if PTE 30)

➑️ have undertaken relevant education- All Primary years in English and At least 3 years in English. So, studying in English will be a substitute for Functional English and will not be mandatory to appear for the test.

πŸ‘‰ Proof of Funds:Β This is usually about AUD5,000 for the initial stay, plus the fare to where you are going after leaving Australia. We recommend 4.5 to 5.5 Lakhs in readily available INR funds before applying for a visa.

πŸ‘‰ Health insurance:Β May need to complete health requirements. Health insurance is recommended.Β 

πŸ‘‰ Police Verification:Β Meet the character requirement by providing police clearances from countries stayed for more than 12 months in the last 10 years. Biometrics may also be required for some based on the applying country.

πŸ‘‰ Pay your debts to the Australian Government (if any):Β If you or any family members owe the Australian government money, you or they must have paid it back or arranged to pay it back.

πŸ‘‰ Australian Immigration History: Not having a visa canceled or an application refused – immigration history will be considered while making a decision on an application, which means one might not be eligible for this visa if they have had a visa canceled or refused.

πŸ‘‰ Sign the Australian values statement

Steps to apply

πŸ‘‰ You can apply for the Subclass 462 Visa online or through an Australian visa agent.

πŸ‘‰ You will need to provide a range of documents, including your passport, birth certificate, police clearance certificate, and IELTS results.

πŸ‘‰ The visa processing time is typically around 5 months.

Living in Australia

πŸ‘‰ Australia is a beautiful and diverse country with a lot to offer visitors.

πŸ‘‰ You can explore the country’s stunning landscapes, vibrant cities, and friendly people.

πŸ‘‰ There are many opportunities to learn about Australian culture and history.

Tips for Applying for the Subclass 462 Visa

πŸ‘‰ Apply for the visa well in advance of your intended travel to Australia.

πŸ‘‰ Make sure you have all of the required documents ready before you submit your application.

πŸ‘‰ Be prepared to answer questions about your travel plans and reasons for wanting to visit Australia.

Processing time

The processing time for a Subclass 462 visa varies fromΒ 1Β to 5 months,Β but it mostly differs from case to case.

Processing fee

The processing fee for an Australia working holiday 462 visa is β€˜AUD 650’.

πŸ‘‰ Ballot cost: AUD25

πŸ‘‰ Visa application cost:Β AUD635