The Work and Holiday Visa (Subclass 462) enables young adults from eligible countries to travel to Australia for up to 12 months, combining holiday with short‑term work and study to support their stay. It promotes cultural exchange while allowing temporary work, study, and travel flexibility.
At Starks Immigration Services, we help you understand your eligibility for the Work and Holiday Visa (Subclass 462), guide you with application preparation, and support you through the visa grant process. Our experts ensure your documentation is correct so you can travel, work, and enjoy Australia without unnecessary delays.
We provide clear assistance with all forms of the visa application, making sure you understand education, financial, and work‑condition requirements so you can avoid common errors.
Our team keeps updated with changing policies, including country‑specific quotas, ballot processes, and other eligibility changes for Subclass 462, so your application has the best chance of success.
Planning a working holiday in Australia? Let us help you apply for the Work and Holiday Visa (Subclass 462) with expert guidance.
You can stay in Australia for up to 12 months. You may be eligible to apply for a second or third visa if you complete specified work in regional areas.
Yes, you can study for up to 4 months while on this visa.
Specified work includes employment in industries such as agriculture, forestry, fishing, tourism, hospitality, and construction in eligible regional areas of Australia.
No. You cannot be accompanied by dependent children while on a Subclass 462 visa.
Both visas allow working holidays, but they target different countries. Subclass 417 is generally available to citizens of European and select partner countries, while Subclass 462 is for other eligible countries and may have additional requirements such as education level, English proficiency, or a letter of support.