Visit & work
Working Holiday Visas
An extended holiday in Australia, funded by work along the way. Two subclasses, decided by your passport.
Policy update The Department warns Working Holiday applicants not to book travel until the grant is in writing.
Plan aheadEligibility
Two subclasses, one adventure.
You cannot be accompanied by dependent children on either subclass.
Working Holiday
For passport holders from eligible countries and jurisdictions, including the UK, Ireland, Canada and much of Europe and Asia. Aged 18 to 30 at application, extended to 35 for some passports.
Explore this visaWork and Holiday
The partner subclass for other eligible countries, including the United States, China and Vietnam. Aged 18 to 30 inclusive; country extras can include an education level, English evidence and a home-government letter, and annual caps apply for some countries.
Explore this visaSecond and third years
For most passports, a second year takes three months (88 evidenced days) of specified work on your first visa; UK passport holders are exempt. A third year is possible with further specified work.
Explore this visaThe pathway
Four steps to the trip.
Check your passport
Your country decides the subclass and any extra requirements.
Apply
Lodge online with identity, funds and eligibility evidence.
Grant
Wait for the written grant before booking travel.
Extend
Specified work on your first year can unlock a second and third.
General information only, not immigration advice. Your circumstances matter. Visa requirements, fees and processing times change regularly. Facts on this page last reviewed 15 July 2026. Check current details with the Department of Home Affairs , or speak with us for advice on your situation. Website terms.
Begin with a conversation.
Speak with a MARA-registered migration agent in Melbourne about your pathway. Book a time that suits you.