Australia Launches a 1-Year Work and Holiday Visa Program for Indians!

If you’ve been dreaming of exploring Australia while working and studying, now is the time! Australia has recently launched a fantastic initiative that gives 1,000 young Indian citizens (aged 18–30) the chance to work and holiday in the country for up to a year.

This is part of the Australia-India Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement (AI-ECTA), and it marks India’s official entry into Australia’s popular Working Holiday Maker Programme. Announced by Matt Thistlethwaite, Australia’s Assistant Minister for Immigration, India became the 50th country to join this program on September 16, 2024.

Starting from October 1, 2024, the program allows successful applicants to:

1. Work and holiday in Australia for up to 12 months.

2. Engage in short-term studies.

3. If eligible, apply for a second visa for another year.

This program has been praised for strengthening the social and economic connections between India and Australia. It’s a great opportunity to gain international work experience, explore the beauty of Australia, and immerse yourself in a new culture.

Application Process: The application window is October 1 to October 31, 2024. To apply, Indian citizens must register through a visa pre-application ballot. The first round of selections chosen through a computerized random process will take place between October 14, 2024, and April 30, 2025.

This initiative underscores the expanding partnership between India and Australia, with over 40,000 applications already submitted.

Don’t miss this chance to start a new chapter of your life in Australia!

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