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Work and Holiday Visa Subclass 462 guidance

Support for eligible young travellers from participating countries planning to travel and work in Australia.

The Work and Holiday Visa Subclass 462 is a youth mobility visa category for eligible passport holders from participating countries who want to holiday in Australia and work during their stay. Home Affairs maintains the official Subclass 462 visa listing and eligibility details.

For eligible young travellers under country-specific arrangements
Who this visa may suit

For eligible young travellers under country-specific arrangements

Subclass 462 may suit eligible applicants who meet age, passport, education, funds, and other requirements based on their country’s work and holiday arrangement with Australia.

462 vs 417

Similar travel idea, different eligibility rules

Both 417 and 462 allow eligible young travellers to holiday and work in Australia, but they apply to different passport groups and may have different requirements.

Documents to prepare

Evidence can vary by country

Passport
Identity documents
Funds evidence
Education evidence, where required
English evidence, where required
Letter of support, where applicable
Health and character documents
Future visa planning

Keep records if you want future options

Some travellers may later consider a second or third work and holiday visa if they meet current requirements. Applicants should understand evidence requirements early and keep records properly.

Prepare your 462 pathway with confidence
Support

Prepare your 462 pathway with confidence

Visawizer helps applicants review eligibility, understand country-specific requirements, prepare documents, and avoid incorrect visa selection.

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The right pathway depends on your goals, current circumstances, background, and long-term plans. A proper consultation can help compare suitable options clearly.

Yes. We support clients across education guidance, student visas, graduate pathways, skilled migration, employer-sponsored options, family visas, and more.

Yes. Support can be tailored depending on whether you are already in Australia or applying from outside Australia.

Yes. Some matters involve prior refusals, complex histories, family considerations, sponsorship questions, or appeal-related issues. These cases require more careful planning and guidance.

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The simplest first step is to book an appointment, discuss your case, and understand the pathways available to you.
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