28/06/2026
Is Your Country's Work and Holiday (Subclass 462) Cap Closed? Applications for the New Program Year Reopen on 2 July 2026
If your country's Work and Holiday (subclass 462) cap is currently Closed, applications for the new program year will reopen on 2 July 2026 (AEST).
Before applying, check your country's current cap status. It will be one of the following:
🟢 Open – Applications are currently being accepted.
🟡 Paused – Applications are temporarily unavailable. The cap may reopen later in the same program year.
🔴 Closed – Your country's annual cap has been reached. Applications will reopen on 2 July 2026 (AEST) for the new program year.
If your country's status is Open, you do not need to wait until 2 July you can apply now, provided you meet the eligibility requirements.
Check your country's current cap status on the Department of Home Affairs website.