Australian Working Holiday Visa
Everything Italian citizens need to know about the Working Holiday visa (subclass 417)
Visa Overview
The Working Holiday visa (subclass 417) allows young adults to have an extended holiday in Australia and work to fund their trip
Key Visa Details
- Validity: Up to 12 months from date of first entry
- Work limitation: Maximum of 6 months with any one employer
- Study limitation: Up to 4 months of study
- Cost: AUD 495 (approximately €300)
Key Benefits
- Work and travel: Legally work to fund your travels
- Extension possibility: Opportunity for a second and third year visa
- Healthcare: Eligible for Medicare through Italy-Australia agreement
- Unrestricted travel: Multiple entries throughout visa validity
Eligibility Requirements
- Hold an Italian passport
- Be between 18 and 35 years of age (inclusive) at time of application
- Have enough money to support yourself (AUD 5,000 / €3,000)
- Have not previously entered Australia on a Working Holiday visa (subclass 417)
- Meet health and character requirements
- Have a return ticket or enough money to buy one
Ineligibility Factors
- Age below 18 or above 35 at time of application
- Not holding an Italian passport
- Having dependent children accompanying you
- Having previously been granted a Working Holiday visa (subclass 417)
- Not meeting health or character requirements
- Insufficient funds to support yourself
Common Questions
Get answers to frequently asked questions about the Working Holiday visa
Yes, if you complete 3 months (88 days) of specified work in regional Australia during your first year, you may be eligible for a second Working Holiday visa. Similarly, after completing 6 months of specified work during your second year, you may qualify for a third Working Holiday visa.
You can work in any industry, but you are limited to a maximum of 6 months with any one employer. Popular jobs for Working Holiday visa holders include hospitality, retail, farm work, construction, and administration.
While Italy has a reciprocal healthcare agreement with Australia (giving you access to Medicare), we strongly recommend purchasing comprehensive travel insurance that includes health coverage for your entire stay.
We recommend applying at least 6-8 weeks before your planned departure to Australia. The visa can be granted quickly (sometimes within days), but processing times vary, especially during peak seasons.
Yes, you can study for up to 4 months (17 weeks) during your stay in Australia on a Working Holiday visa.
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