FIRST TIME AUSTRALIA TO OPEN UP ‘BACKPACKER VISA’ TO INDIANS – ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT

Scott Morrison, the prime minister of the Australian subcontinent, announced that the Australia-India Economic Corporation and Trade Agreement AI ECTA will open a big door into the world’s fastest-growing economy for Australians. Under this policy, Indians will start getting work and holiday visas within two years and gain several other benefits. Firstly, we, as HS Consultants Education & Migration, would like to present warm congratulations to the Australian prime minister on this significant achievement. Secondly, we will share with you the essential details related to it. So without any further ado, let’s start this blog.

The highlights

As per the announcement, India and Australia will get these three benefits.

• Indians can also apply for work and holiday visas within two years like any other foreign nationals.
• Holders of the Work and Holiday Visa can stay and work in the Australian subcontinent for up to a year.
• It will help enhance the cultural ties between the Indian and Australian subcontinent. 

Please also note these points related to this new policy.

• It will allow up to 1000 Indian youngsters to have a vacation in Australia while working and earning money.
• It will contribute to the workforce economy and also boost Australia’s tourism.

What is a working holiday in Australia?

The Australian national government is a federal exchange program that allows you to earn money as you travel. It is made especially for youngsters. As per the Australian visa guidelines, there are two types of working holiday programs.

• Working Holiday Visa (Subclass 417).
• Work and Holiday Visa (Subclass 462).

Working Holiday Visa: The Australian government issues the Working Holiday Visa to only 19 countries, primarily European and a few Asian nations, including Japan, Korea, and Hong Kong. To be eligible for this visa, one needs to be between 18 and 30 years old, but for some countries, the upper limit is 35. 

Work and Holiday Visa: The second category under the program is the Working and HolidayVisa. After two years, the Indians can apply for an applicant age limit between 18 and 30 years, which cannot be changed in any circumstances. Australia issues this visa to 26 countries, including The United States of America, China, Singapore, and Indonesia.

Are you excited to apply for the Work and Holiday Visa? Before you do so, you need to adhere to these eligibility criteria.

• You need to have a valid Indian passport.
• You need to file an online application.
• You need to be outside the Australian borders when applying for and getting a visa grant.
• You need to pay the visa fees.
• You need to be from 18 to 30 years old when you apply.
• Your dependent children cannot accompany you on this visa.
• Your main objective should be a vacation in Australia for 12 months.
• You need to either have a flight ticket or have money to buy one.
• You need to be of good character and health.
• You must have money to support yourself in Australia and departure.

Since it is an entirely new visa for Indians, you may have many queries. Please get in touch with our Visa Consultant for Australia to sort out any questions.

How can we help you with your Work and Holiday Visa?

Our Visa Consultant in India can help you with the following.

• We can check and correct (if required) your visa application file.
• We can ensure that the visa application process for your Work and Holiday Visa is smooth and without any unnecessary details.
• We can help you gather all the required documents for the visa before the deadline.
• As mentioned before, our expert can answer all your Work and Holiday Visa related queries.

Get in touch with HS Consultants Education & Migration for professional visa consultancy services at affordable prices. We will ensure that your study, live, visit, and work abroad objectives are met.