Why apply for Subclass 462?

• Enjoy the Australian pathway for 1year
• Study for short-term course up to 4 months
• Travel freely in Australia
• If eligible, earn a work Holiday visa three times
• Can work full-time or part-time for six months

 

Subclass 462 visa

Australia Work and Holiday visa (Subclass 462) is a temporary visa for young people aged between 18 and 30 that allow them to have an extended vacation in Australia supplemented by short-term employment for 12 months. Subclass 462 allows applicants to work for an Australian company upon meeting specific eligibility requirements.

The Australian Immigration Ministry can grant a Subclass 462 visa up to three times to a particular candidate. Subclass 462 visa holders can work for a one employer for six months. Upon eligibility, candidates can work for 12 months for two different employers.

 

Types of Australia Subclass 462 visa

There are three types of Australia Subclass 462 visa:

First Work and Holiday visa: The first Work and Holiday visa allows an applicant (aged 18-30) to enjoy an extended holiday and work in Australia to help fund their expedition.

Second Work and Holiday visa: The second Work and Holiday visa allows an applicant (aged 18-30) to be a holder of a second Holiday visa (either currently holding or being a visa holder) to enjoy the benefits of this visa again.

Third Work and Holiday visa: The Third Work and Holiday visa allows an applicant (aged 18-30) who holds or currently holds a Second Work and Holiday visa to have a Third Work and Holiday visa in Australia.

 

Eligibility Criteria to apply for Australia Subclass 462 visa

• Must be aged between 18 -30 years
• If they were not the holder of a work holiday visa earlier, they must meet the second work holiday visa conditions.
• The applicant should not reside in Australia during the application process.
• Proof of university degrees, diplomas, and other graduate certificates must be from least two years.
• Family members will not qualify under this program; they must be applied separately if they are eligible and meet the same criteria.
• Candidates from the following countries are allowed to apply for the Australia Subclass 462 visa:

1. Argentina
2. Austria
3. Chile
4. China
5. Czechia
6. Ecuador
7. Greece
8. Hungary
9. Indonesia
10. Israel
11. Luxembourg
12. Malaysia
13. Peru
14. Poland
15. Portugal
16. San Marino
17. Singapore
18. Slovakia
19. Slovenia
20. Spain
21. Thailand
22. Turkey
23. Uruguay
24. United States
25. Vietnam

 

Requirements to apply for Subclass 462

The applicant must complete the following requirements to apply for Subclass 462:

• Sufficient proof of funds
• Proof of Health Insurance
• Birth Certificate
• Medical Certificate
• Certificate of character and police clearances from countries stayed for more than 12 months in the last ten years
• Provide biometrics if needed
• Pay your debts to the Australian Government
• Must not have been rejected or have a canceled visa
• Confirmation of compliance with the Australian values statement
• Fill up the form based on the requirements: Form 956 and Form 956a
• Individuals must provide Letter of support
• Candidates belonging to the countries mentioned below are exempted from submitting the Letter of support:

1. Argentina
2. Austria
3. Chile
4. Czechia
5. Hungary
6. Israel
7. China
8. Portugal
9. Slovakia
10. Spain
11. Singapore
12. United States
13. Vietnam

Steps to apply to apply for Subclass 462 visa

Below given are the steps to apply for Subclass 462 visa:

Step 1: Check the eligibility criteria for the Subclass 462 visa

Step 2: Sort-out the visa requirements

Step 3: Apply for the Subclass 462 visa

Step 4: Wait for the visa approval

Step 5: Fly to Australia

 

Processing time of Subclass 462

The processing time of a Subclass 462 visa generally takes 3-44 days, depending on the submitted requirements. Subclass 462 visa is valid up to 12 months.

Type of Work and Holiday visa	Processing Time
First Work and Holiday Visa	3 days to 44 days
Second Work and Holiday Visa	3 days to 44 days
Third Work and Holiday Visa	3 days to 44 days

 

Processing cost of Subclass 462 visa

The Subclass 462 visa processing fees is around AUD 635. Below given are the detailed processing fees of Subclass 462 visa:

Type of Work and Holiday visa	Cost
First Work and Holiday Visa	AUD 635
Second Work and Holiday Visa	AUD 635
Third Work and Holiday Visa	AUD 635

 

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