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Subclass 417 · UK & Irish nurses

Working Holiday Visa for Nurses in Australia.

UK and Irish nurses can work in Australia on a Working Holiday Visa (subclass 417), available to eligible passport holders aged 18 to 35. It is the visa most commonly used by UK and Irish nurses moving to Sydney.

Subclass 417 UK & Irish passport holders

What is the Working Holiday Visa?

The Working Holiday Visa (subclass 417) allows eligible UK and Irish passport holders to live and work in Australia. It is generally designed for younger travellers wanting to combine work and travel, and it is the visa most commonly used by UK and Irish nurses moving to Sydney.

Official information.

Visa requirements, eligibility and conditions are set and updated by the Australian Department of Home Affairs. As these can change, we always recommend checking current information directly with them.

Australian Department of Home Affairs
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Eligibility, requirements and conditions for the subclass 417 visa are confirmed directly by the Department of Home Affairs.
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How we can help.

Our team can help you understand how the visa process fits alongside your plans for Australia.

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The Department of Home Affairs explains the visa. We explain how it fits your plans. Get in touch and we will help you understand how the visa and your move to Australia fit together.
Common questions

Working Holiday Visa questions answered.

Visa conditions, including any work or regional requirements, are set by the Australian Department of Home Affairs and are subject to change. Always check the current requirements directly at immi.homeaffairs.gov.au before making any plans. We can help you understand what the current conditions mean for your individual situation.
The visa application fee is set by the Australian Department of Home Affairs and changes periodically. We recommend checking the current fee directly at immi.homeaffairs.gov.au for the most up-to-date figure. Get in touch and we can point you in the right direction.
Partners who are also eligible for a Working Holiday Visa can apply in their own right. Each application is individual and subject to the current eligibility criteria. We work with many nurses who travel with partners and are happy to talk through how that works in practice. Get in touch for a conversation about your specific situation.
Processing times are set by the Australian Department of Home Affairs and vary depending on individual circumstances and application volumes at the time. We recommend applying as early as possible and checking current processing times at immi.homeaffairs.gov.au. We can help you think through the timing in relation to your AHPRA application and travel plans.
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