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Australia Working Holiday
Thinking of visiting Australia with a passport from United Kingdom? Here are the Working Holiday requirements and the steps to prepare for your trip.
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- Age18–35 y/o
- Quotano published quota
- Visa fee840 AUD
- Duration12 months (extendable to 36)
- Proof of funds5,000 AUD
- Observed timelines1 to 6 weeks
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Is it for you?
- 18 to 35 years old at application time, United Kingdom passport
- Proof of funds: 5,000 AUD
- No dependent children during the stay
- First application from outside the country
- Study limited to 4 months
- Max 6 months with the same employer
- A second participation is possible under conditions
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The requirements depend on your passport and where you want to go. Choose your nationality to find the information for your trip. The table shows the passports accepted at our last check.
| Passport | Age | Quota | Fee | Timelines |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Argentina | 18–30 y/o | 3,400 | 840 AUD | 5 to 11 weeks |
 Austria | 18–30 y/o | 500 | 840 AUD | 5 to 11 weeks |
 Belgium | 18–30 y/o | — | 840 AUD | 1 to 6 weeks |
 Brazil | 18–30 y/o | 500 | 840 AUD | 5 to 11 weeks |
 Canada | 18–35 y/o | — | 840 AUD | 1 to 6 weeks |
 Chile | 18–30 y/o | 3,400 | 840 AUD | 5 to 11 weeks |
 China | 18–30 y/o | 5,000 | 840 AUD | 5 to 11 weeks |
 Cyprus | 18–30 y/o | — | 840 AUD | 1 to 6 weeks |
 Denmark | 18–35 y/o | — | 840 AUD | 1 to 6 weeks |
 Ecuador | 18–30 y/o | 100 | 840 AUD | 5 to 11 weeks |
 Estonia | 18–30 y/o | — | 840 AUD | 1 to 6 weeks |
 Finland | 18–30 y/o | — | 840 AUD | 1 to 6 weeks |
 France | 18–35 y/o | — | 840 AUD | 1 to 6 weeks |
 Germany | 18–30 y/o | — | 840 AUD | 1 to 6 weeks |
 Greece | 18–30 y/o | 500 | 840 AUD | 5 to 11 weeks |
 Hong Kong | 18–30 y/o | — | 840 AUD | 1 to 6 weeks |
 Hungary | 18–30 y/o | 500 | 840 AUD | 5 to 11 weeks |
 India | 18–30 y/o | 1,000 | 840 AUD | 5 to 11 weeks |
 Indonesia | 18–30 y/o | 5,000 | 840 AUD | 5 to 11 weeks |
 Ireland | 18–35 y/o | — | 840 AUD | 1 to 6 weeks |
 Israel | 18–30 y/o | 2,500 | 840 AUD | 5 to 11 weeks |
 Italy | 18–35 y/o | — | 840 AUD | 1 to 6 weeks |
 Japan | 18–30 y/o | — | 840 AUD | 1 to 6 weeks |
 Luxembourg | 18–30 y/o | 100 | 840 AUD | 5 to 11 weeks |
 Malaysia | 18–30 y/o | 1,100 | 840 AUD | 5 to 11 weeks |
 Malta | 18–30 y/o | — | 840 AUD | 1 to 6 weeks |
 Mongolia | 18–30 y/o | 100 | 840 AUD | 5 to 11 weeks |
 Netherlands | 18–30 y/o | — | 840 AUD | 1 to 6 weeks |
 Norway | 18–30 y/o | — | 840 AUD | 1 to 6 weeks |
 Papua New Guinea | 18–30 y/o | 100 | 840 AUD | 5 to 11 weeks |
 Peru | 18–30 y/o | 1,500 | 840 AUD | 5 to 11 weeks |
 Poland | 18–30 y/o | 1,500 | 840 AUD | 5 to 11 weeks |
 Portugal | 18–30 y/o | 500 | 840 AUD | 5 to 11 weeks |
 San Marino | 18–30 y/o | 100 | 840 AUD | 5 to 11 weeks |
 Singapore | 18–30 y/o | 2,500 | 840 AUD | 5 to 11 weeks |
 Slovakia | 18–30 y/o | 1,000 | 840 AUD | 5 to 11 weeks |
 Slovenia | 18–30 y/o | 200 | 840 AUD | 5 to 11 weeks |
 South Korea | 18–30 y/o | — | 840 AUD | 1 to 6 weeks |
 Spain | 18–30 y/o | 3,400 | 840 AUD | 5 to 11 weeks |
 Sweden | 18–30 y/o | — | 840 AUD | 1 to 6 weeks |
 Switzerland | 18–30 y/o | 200 | 840 AUD | 5 to 11 weeks |
 Taiwan | 18–30 y/o | — | 840 AUD | 1 to 6 weeks |
 Thailand | 18–30 y/o | 2,000 | 840 AUD | 5 to 11 weeks |
 Türkiye | 18–30 y/o | 100 | 840 AUD | 5 to 11 weeks |
 United Kingdom | 18–35 y/o | — | 840 AUD | 1 to 6 weeks |
 United States | 18–30 y/o | — | 840 AUD | 5 to 11 weeks |
 Uruguay | 18–30 y/o | 200 | 840 AUD | 5 to 11 weeks |
 Vietnam | 18–30 y/o | 1,500 | 840 AUD | 5 to 11 weeks |
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“—” = not published by the country at the last verification.
The steps, in order
Visa, application, insurance, tickets: we’ll help you prepare each step with the timelines in mind.
Your first steps on the ground: Complete the Incoming Passenger Card handed out before landing · TFN — Tax File Number (28-day delay) · Open a bank account (CommBank / ANZ / NAB) · Australian SIM (Optus / Boost / Woolworths) · Check if you have a Reciprocal Health Care Agreement: enrol in Medicare or ask at the hospital · Check WHV conditions on VEVO.
We’re here for the trip home too, from closing accounts to taxes and contributions you may be able to claim back. Find the steps for your destination in the app.
Frequently asked questions
Up to what age can you do a Australia Working Holiday?
For a United Kingdom passport: from 18 to 35 years old at application time.
Is there a quota for the Australia Working Holiday?
No published quota for United Kingdom passports at the last verification.
How long does the Australia Working Holiday visa take?
Observed timelines: 1 to 6 weeks, varying with the season.
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