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✈️ Feeling worried about not getting an Australian visa?
A 2025 Guide to Australia’s New Ballot Visa for Indians

Have you heard about the Working Holiday Visa (a.k.a. the Ballot Visa) now available for Indian citizens?

Thanks to a new agreement between India and Australia, young Indians finally have a pathway to live, work, and travel across Australia—no sponsorship or PR required.

🛂 What is the Working Holiday Visa (Subclass 462)?

The Working Holiday Visa allows young people to:
Stay in Australia for up to 12 months
Work part-time or full-time to fund their travel
Study for up to 4 months
Travel freely and enjoy the Australian way of life

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🤝 What’s New for Indian Citizens?

Until 2023, this visa wasn’t available to Indians.
But under the Migration and Mobility Partnership Arrangement (MMPA)
signed between the Indian and Australian governments, that changed.
Starting July 1, 2024, 1,000 Indian citizens aged 18–30 can apply for the
Working Holiday Visa each year through a ballot system.

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✅ Eligibility Criteria for Indian Applicants

To apply, you must:
Be aged 18 to 30 and Hold a valid Indian passport
also, have completed at least 2 years of post-secondary education
Meet English language requirements
Have a minimum of AUD $5,000 in savings + return travel funds
Pass health and character checks

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🎟️ How Does the Ballot Work?

Because of high demand from countries like India, China, and Vietnam, Australia introduced a ballot (pre-application lottery) to select who can apply.

  • Registration is open from 24 June 2025 to 15 July 2025
  • 1,000 spots are available
  • Selected applicants will receive an email invitation to apply

Only those selected in the ballot can proceed with the full visa application.

Silhouette of a hand placing a vote into a ballot box, symbolizing democracy.

📍 Applications are submitted online at: immi.homeaffairs.gov.au

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💼 What Kind of Work Can You Do?

You can work in any job or industry, including:

  • Hospitality (cafes, restaurants)
  • Retail
  • Farms & fruit picking
  • Tourism
  • Office or casual jobs

🛠️ Note: You can only work up to 6 months with the same employer.

📍 Where Can You Stay?

Anywhere! Popular cities and regions include:

  • Sydney
  • Melbourne
  • Brisbane
  • Adelaide
  • Hobart & Tasmania
  • Regional areas (offer visa extension opportunities)

⏳ Length of Stay & Extensions

  • Initial visa: 12 months
  • Eligible for 2nd and 3rd year extension if you complete specified regional work (like farming or hospitality)

💵 Visa Cost & Processing Time

  • Visa Fee: ~AUD $635 (only if selected in the ballot)
  • Processing Time: 1 to 2 months (subject to demand)

👨‍👩‍👧 Can You Bring Dependents?

❌ No. This visa does not allow you to bring dependents (spouse, children, etc.)
It is strictly for individual applicants.

🧠 Final Thoughts

Australia’s Working Holiday Visa is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for young Indian citizens to explore life abroad, gain international work experience, and build global confidence — all while traveling one of the most beautiful countries in the world.

Whether it’s before your master’s degree or as a gap year adventure, this is your chance to live, earn, and experience the Aussie lifestyle.

📌 Disclaimer:

LifeAbroad360 is not responsible for any decisions you make based on the content of this blog. This blog is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or professional immigration advice. We strive to keep information current, but we cannot guarantee accuracy or future updates. Please consult a registered migration agent or licensed professional for advice tailored to your situation.