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Australia Working Holiday Visa
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FAQ
 

Answers
I have been to Australia on a Working Holiday visa once. Can I apply for a second Working Holiday visa for Australia?
Yes, but only in case you are 18 to 30 years old, do not have a child and have worked as a seasonal worker* in regional Australia** for a minimum of three months*** on your first Working Holiday visa.

To provide evidence of seasonal work, please click here and download "Employment Verification Form 1263" which must be completed by all employers you have done seasonal work with during your first 12 months stay in Australia.

*Seasonal work is any type of work that is undertaken as the employee of a primary producer.

**Regional Australia is any area outside of Sydney, Newcastle, Wollongong, the NSW Central Coast, Brisbane, the Gold Coast, Perth, Melbourne or the ACT.

***Three months (88 days in total) is considered to be three calendar months. Time worked is taken from start date to end date e.g., if a person works for one employer for two weeks, weekends will not be deducted. Work must be full time. Full time work is taken to be the norm for that employer, that region and that industry. The work need not be paid work.



Do I need to be outside Australia when applying?
No, the second Working Holiday Visa application can be lodged both from in and outside Australia.

Are there any additional requirements when applying from Australia?
Yes, you will be required to undergo health examinations with Health Services Australia.

NB!! Please, do not organize the examinations yourself, before we send you the exact instructions.


How do I apply for the Australian working holiday visa?
Complete the Australian working holiday application form and the Employment verification form, taking your time to answer each question in full. If you are applying for your Australian working holiday visa in Ireland, post your application form, including payment of €200, to VISA FIRST, 12-14 College Green, Dublin 2, Ireland. If you are applying for your visa in the UK, post your application form, including payment of £150 to VISA FIRST, First Floor, 277-281 Oxford Street, London, W1C 2DL, United Kingdom. If you are applying for your visa in Australia, post your application form, including payment of AUD330 to VISA FIRST, Suite 1, Level 4, 600 George Street, Sydney, NSW 2000.
You can pay by enclosing a postal order or bank draft made payable to Traveltowork Ltd* or by completing the credit card section of the application. Do not send cash or cheque.
*Visa First is a trading name for Traveltowork Ltd.

Remember, to ensure your Australian working holiday visa is processed quickly and hassle-free:

Complete the application form and the Employment verification form in full, taking care to answer all questions.
Post the application form to your local VISA FIRST office (either in Ireland or the UK) , including your payment of €200/£150/AU$330.
We will call or email you immediately to let you know we have received your application.
We will then ensure that your WHM visa is processed correctly and you will receive written notification upon approval.



I have a question. How can I get a quick answer?
You can now chat live with our visa team by clicking here. Our team are ready to provide you with answers on working visas, opening bank accounts before you leave, work and arrival packs and getting and Australian SIM card before you go so that you can use your mobile down under.


Do I need a bank statement stating I have $5,000 Australian dollars to apply for the visa?
No. Since Visa First will lodge your visa application electronically there is no requirement to submit any additional documents to have your visa granted. However, applicants for an electronic working holiday visa are required to declare in their application sufficient funds for a return onward fare to their intended overseas destination on leaving Australia. Applicants are also required to declare sufficient funds for personal support for the purposes of a working holiday. This would normally be around AU$5000 (approx. €3,400 / £2,300 / CA$4,600) in addition to funds for return airfare. Please note that there is no need to purchase it in advance.


Do I need to have chest x-rays to apply?
No. You do not need chest x-rays to apply. Please do not undergo any medial/chest x-ray until your application has been submitted to VISA FIRST. Should you require a medical or chest x-rays VISA FIRST will notify of this immediately. If a chest x-ray/medical are required, your application may take approximately 4 weeks to process from the date that your medical results are forwarded for assessment. Additional processing fees may apply.


How long will my Australian working holiday visa be valid for?
After you submit this application, you will have 12 months to arrive in Australia. After you arrive in Australia, you will be allowed to stay in Australia for a maximum of 12 months.


What is the visa fee?
UK and other countries: The total fee for the standard visa is £150.
Ireland: The total fee for the standard visa is €200.
Australia: The total fee for the standard visa which is AU$330.


How will I know when my application has been finalised?
Once we receive your application, we will call or email you. When your Australian working holiday visa is approved, you will receive an Australian working holiday visa approval letter at your nominated email or postal address. Make sure you keep a copy of this letter. This letter will confirm your visa approval and detail the validity date of your visa and conditions.


What do I need to do once my Australian working holiday visa is granted?
Once you arrive in Australia, you must remember to collect your visa label at the nearest immigration office. You MUST remember to use the same passport as the one you used in this application.


What if I have questions when completing this VISA FIRST application?
You can contact the VISA FIRST Helpdesk in Ireland by calling:

Ireland: +353 1 878 3329
UK: +44 207 659 9180
Australia: +61 2 8297 6107
New Zealand: +64 9 366 0877
Canada: +1 647 724 1785
USA: +1 866 772 9245
Netherlands: +31 2 0890 8144

We will be glad to answer questions or concerns about your application.

Alternatively you can chat live with our visa team by clicking here.


Does VISA FIRST offer an Australia arrivals package?
Yes, Kickstart Australia is an 'all you need' arrivals pack designed for backpackers arriving in Australia. Click here to read more.


If someone I know has worked in Australia, can they claim back some of the income tax they have paid as they may be due a few hundred dollars?
Yes, if you have family or friends that have worked abroad in Australia since 1999, they will have paid 29% of their wages in income tax. Their employer will also have paid 9% over and above their wages into a fund called a superannuation . Tell them to register today for a free quote on www.taxback.com and www.superannuation.ie and they should receive money back from Australia shortly.


Can I use my mobile phone in Australia?
You need to unblock your phone first and you will also need an Australian mobile sim card. We can provide a pack to you that will allow you to unblock your phone and use your current handset. This is a very popular service as it means you can provide your family and friends with your phone number before you even leave. Click here to see more details. Simply return this form to us and your sim pack will be in the post. If you have any questions you can talk to us live by clicking here.


Can I get advice from your Australian working holiday visa team live?
Yes, you can talk live with our staff by simply clicking here.


UK:0207 659 9180
Ireland:01 878 3329
Australia:02 8297 6107
Canada:647 724 1785
New Zealand:09 366 0877
USA:866 772 9245
Germany:800 000 7272
France:0179 978 528
Holland:02 0890 8144
South Korea:070 7884 5406
Denmark:07014 2225