Australian working holiday maker visa

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Dilip Kumar Nooney (MARA #0964796) is a Hyderabad-born electronics engineering and graduate in Migration law from Griffith University and founder of Future in Australia.

With over 2000 successful skilled migration cases, he specializes in student, work, and family visas. Dilip is authoritatively positioned to advise on Australia-bound opportunities, including the new WHM visa for Indians.

1. Overview of the Working Holiday Maker Visa Program

Australia’s WHM program includes Subclass 462 (Work and Holiday): capped at 1,000 first visas for Indians per year under the Australia-India Economic Cooperation & Trade Agreement (AI-ECTA) (india.highcommission.gov.au)

Launched on 16 September 2024, this arrangement grants eligible Indian citizens aged 18—30 the ability to holiday, work, and study short term in Australia for 12 months, with potential for applying for subsequent visas

2. Who Can Apply?

Eligibility for Indian Applicants (Subclass 462) :

* Age : 18-30 at time of application

* Passport : Valid Indian passport

* Education : At least 2 years of post-secondary study

* English: Functional proficiency

* Dependents: Must not be accompanied by dependent children

* Funds & Travel: Evidence of around AUD 5,000 and an onward ticket or funds to buy one