Complete Guide to Australian Working Holiday Visa 417 (Updated 2025)

Complete Guide to Australia Working Holiday Visa 417

For young people who want to work and travel in Australia and gain new experiences, the Working Holiday Visa is an attractive option. In particular, young people in Korea can actually enjoy this opportunity through the Subclass 417 visa, and this system is operated in a unique way that allows them to experience various industries and cultures directly rather than simply staying overseas. In this article, based on the latest information as of 2025, we will introduce the application qualifications, conditions, extension methods, and precautions for the Australian Working Holiday Visa (Subclass 417).

Visa Overview

Visa name: Working Holiday visa (Subclass 417)

Target country: 19 countries including South Korea (France, Canada, Japan, Germany, etc.)

Eligible Ages: Age 18 or older ~ Age 30 or younger (some countries allow up to 35 years old)

Duration of stay: Default 1 year, extendable up to 3 years if certain conditions are met

Application Fee: AUD $650 (about 570,000 won in Korean currency as of 2025)

How to apply: Apply for ImmiAccount online through the Australian Immigration website (Shortcut)

You can apply by accessing ImmiAccount and clicking the 'Apply' button. Right-clicking and using the 'Translate to Korean' function will help you understand the process.

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Application Eligibility Requirements

Australian Working Holiday Visa Application Requirements (Detailed Explanation)

1. Nationality Requirements

  • Citizen of the Republic of KoreaMust be valid and Republic of Korea passportYou must have it.

  • The validity period of the passport is At least 6 months from the date of visa application It must remain, and some airlines and immigration authorities Valid for more than 1 yearIt is recommended that you ensure that your passport has sufficient validity period, as you may be asked to do so.

2. Age Requirement

  • At the time of visa application 18 years of age or older, under 31 years of ageIt should be.

  • For example, if your birthday is June 1, 1995, Until May 31, 2026 Application is possible.

  • You must meet the age requirement as of the date of application, but you may exceed the age requirement at the time of visa approval.

3. Proof of funds requirements

  • Including initial stay costs and return airfare Minimum funds of AUD $5,000 or moreYou must have .

  • To prove this Bank statementIt is recommended that you submit .

  • The balance certificate is Issued in EnglishMust receive, Within the last monthThe issued copy is valid.

  • In some cases, you may be asked to provide proof of this when interviewing or requesting additional documentation.

4. Criminal record requirements

  • Must not have a significant criminal record and, if necessary Criminal History Report You may be asked to submit:

  • Criminal record report National Police AgencyIt can be issued from, Issued in EnglishIt is necessary to receive.

  • Please refer to the link below for application instructions.

5. Health requirements

  • Depending on the applicant's status Health checkup, Chest X-ray, Proof of health insurance subscription You may be asked to return your back.

  • Some countries Tuberculosis testis also required, and may vary depending on Australian Immigration guidelines.

  • Health checkup Hospital designated by Australian ImmigrationYou must receive it from , and the results of the examination Electronically transmit to immigrationYes, it is possible.

Visa Conditions and Restrictions

Work restrictions: You can only work for up to 6 months with the same employer. This is because the purpose of the Australian Working Holiday Visa is to experience various jobs and regions. However, in exceptional cases such as natural disaster recovery or medical crisis, an extension may be granted.

Academic restrictions: Studying abroad, such as language training or technical education, is only allowed for up to 4 months (16 weeks). If you wish to study longer than that, you will need to change to a student visa.

Disadvantages of violating visa conditions: Violating visa conditions can result in serious disadvantages, including cancellation of your current visa, ordering you to leave Australia, and prohibiting you from re-entering the country in the future. Overstaying your visa, working illegally, and studying in violation of conditions are all subject to sanctions.

For more detailed visa requirements, hereYou can check it at .

Australian Working Holiday Visa Extension Conditions (2nd and 3rd Visa)

The Subclass 417 visa can be extended for up to three years in one-year increments, provided the following conditions are met:

1st → 2nd visa

condition: You must have completed at least 88 days of paid work in a specified industry in a designated area within Australia.

Industry: Agriculture, horticulture, fishing, pearl farming, construction, forestry, tourism and hospitality (limited to some areas)

2nd → 3rd visa

condition: You must work in the above industry for at least 6 months with pay during your second visa period.

The number of working days at each stage must meet the minimum working days per week standard and must be paid. Unpaid internships, volunteer work, etc. are not recognized.

Application Process

Sign up for ImmiAccount → Fill out online application → Upload documents → Pay fee → Submit health checkup (if required) and additional documents → Wait for visa approval and check results

Visa approval results will be notified by email. VEVO (Visa Entitlement Verification Online) You can check it at any time through the system.

Final guidance and reference links

The Australian Working Holiday Visa offers you the opportunity to experience something more than just a short-term trip. However, it requires responsible and careful preparation. In addition to the information presented in this guide, it is very important to check the latest Australian government guidelines regularly and strictly adhere to the conditions in the long term.

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