Working Holiday Visas

I want to work in Australia

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What if one trip changed your life?

A Working Holiday Visa can give eligible young travellers the chance to live, work and explore Australia while gaining international experience and making memories along the way.

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A Working Holiday Visa can give you the freedom to experience Australia your way — from road trips and weekends on the coast to work, new friendships and opportunities you may not have planned for.

Many travellers arrive for a few months and end up building careers, relationships and longer-term futures in Australia. Drift Visa is here to help you understand the pathway, prepare properly and connect with trusted migration professionals when personalised advice is needed.


Who is this visa for?

This pathway may be right for you if:

✓ You're aged between 18 and 35 (depending on your nationality)

✓ You want to travel and work in Australia

✓ You're looking for adventure and new experiences

✓ You want to earn money while exploring Australia

✓ You're curious about future opportunities to stay longer

Common Working Holiday Pathways

✓ Working Holiday Visa (Subclass 417)

✓ Work and Holiday Visa (Subclass 462)

✓ Second Working Holiday Visa

✓ Third Working Holiday Visa

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Australia has a way of changing people.

New places. New friendships. New opportunities.

Your next adventure could start here.

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Welcome to your new backyard

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