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417 vs 462: planning specified work

Understand why Working Holiday visa subclasses can have different specified-work rules and why you must check your own conditions.

Checklist

  • Confirm whether you hold subclass 417 or 462
  • Read the specified-work rules for your subclass
  • Check eligible industries and areas for the relevant visa
  • Confirm your proposed duties with the employer
  • Save official guidance and employment records

Practical tips

  • 1Do not assume advice for another traveller applies to your subclass
  • 2Rules can change, so check again before starting a role
  • 3FarmMatch role information is a planning aid, not an eligibility decision
  • 4Ask questions before committing to travel

Only the Australian Government can determine visa eligibility or whether work meets current requirements.

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