Australia is a beautiful country, and you can’t blame people for exploring it over the course of a year. If you’re considering a move down under, there are some things you need to know.
You’re not automatically approved for a working holiday visa. This year long visa can be applied for by anyone, and though most people are approved, there are circumstances that prevent you from being granted permission. Once you’ve applied, you hear back within several weeks, so this is something you should always organise during the early stages.
You must have no criminal record and over 5,000 Australia dollars in your bank to get approval, and that’s when you land in the country, not before you pay for flights. Another important thing to remember is that you must work for three months in agriculture to stay for a second year. That can include farm work, fruit picking or something similar.