1/1/16
The new Work and Holiday visa (subclass 462) arrangements between Australia and the Slovak Republic and Australia and Slovenia commenced on 1 January 2016. These arrangements allow up to 200 young adults from the Slovak Republic and up to 200 young adults from Slovenia each year to enjoy an extended holiday of up to 12 months in Australia, during which time they can undertake short term work and study. Under the program young people aged between 18-30 years may apply to travel to each other’s countries for one year to undertake short-term work and study. The Work and Holiday visa (sc462) differs from a Working Holiday visa (sc417) as it requires applicants to have the support of their government, hold or be studying towards tertiary qualifications and to speak functional English. Many skilled visa holders on this program with carefully prepared and planned migration pathways have successfully made the transition.