13/08/2024
🌏 Update on the Australia-Philippines Work and Holiday Visa 🌏
The Australian and Philippine governments are finalizing the Subclass 462 Work and Holiday visa arrangement, initially set to start on 1 July 2024. Although the implementation is still pending, we are here to keep you informed and assist with your preparations! 🇦🇺🇵🇭
📌 Reminder: What is Subclass 462?
- A work holiday visa allowing young Filipinos (ages 18-30) to travel, work, and study in Australia for up to 12 months. 🌏✈️
📌 Key Benefits:
- Work for up to 6 months with each employer.
- Study for up to 4 months.
- Travel in and out of Australia as often as you like during the validity of your visa.
📌 Eligibility Criteria:
- Hold a valid Philippine passport.
- Have completed tertiary qualifications or at least two years of undergraduate or post-secondary education.
- Meet health, character, and financial requirements.
- Have functional English proficiency.
🔜 Next Steps:
Both countries are now undertaking the administrative arrangements necessary before launching the program in the coming months. We will publish a start date and other details on this page as soon as all arrangements are finalized.
📜 Important Information:
This will include advice to Filipino passport holders on how to get a Letter of Concurrence (LoC) from their Government, as well as any specific application requirements for Australian passport holders.
🌐 For more details and updates, visit the Australian Government's immigration website and see the Prime Minister’s announcement.
Thank you for your understanding as we await the launching of this exciting opportunity! 🌏✨
