Age
Apply before the birthday deadline in Australian eastern time.
References: AU
Norwegian passport / Working Holiday
Working Holiday in Australia for Norwegians (2026)
Check the essential requirements, then follow the five stages to prepare your application and trip.
Governments can change visa requirements at any time. Always check the official government pages before applying.
Key facts at a glance
- Age
- 18–30Learn moreReferences: AU
- Length of stay
- 12 monthsLearn moreReferences: AU
- Initial funds
- Plan for AUD 5,000 plus departureLearn moreReferences: AU
- Visa fee
- To be confirmedLearn moreReferences: AU
- Annual quota
- To be confirmedLearn moreReferences: AU
- Application dates and timing
- To be confirmedLearn moreReferences: AU
- Language
- To be confirmedLearn moreReferences: AU
- Study
- Up to 4 monthsLearn moreReferences: AU
- Work
- Normally 6 months with the same employerLearn moreReferences: AU-WORK
Norway →AustraliaWorking Holiday in Australia for Norwegians (2026)
Requirements, application steps and preparation before departure.
Step 1
Check requirements and language preparation
Length of stay
12 months
References: AU
Initial funds
Official guidance says usually about AUD 5,000; this is initial planning money, not an exact statutory threshold or full-trip budget.
References: AU
Visa fee
The current total charge is not established by the reviewed passport-specific evidence. Confirm the official amount and any additional charges before paying.
References: AU
Annual quota
The reviewed evidence does not establish an annual allocation for this passport. A missing number does not mean unlimited participation or remaining places.
References: AU
Application dates and timing
No annual application window is established by the reviewed evidence. Separate personal entry deadlines from filing dates and confirm attendance with the authority.
References: AU
Language
The reviewed checklist establishes no language-test score. Check document language and translations; self-assessment does not replace any official requirement.
References: AU
Explore language courses →Passport
A separate number of extra passport-validity months is not established here. Use the valid passport linked to the application and decision, and confirm validity before travel.
References: AU
Insurance
The reviewed passport-specific evidence does not establish every required insured risk or coverage amount. Confirm cover, duration and evidence before purchase; do not copy another scheme’s policy.
References: AU
Documents and participation
Apply from outside Australia. Dependent children cannot accompany you.
References: AU
Step 2
Apply through the official route
Apply for the first 417 through ImmiAccount from abroad. Follow the personal checklist and await the decision.
- Read the requirements for your passport.
- Apply for the first 417 through ImmiAccount from abroad. Follow the personal checklist and await the decision.
- Apply through the official route and pay the confirmed charge.
- Read the decision before booking travel.
Step 3
Read your approval and entry conditions
Read the entire approval notice: identity, dates, entry deadline and conditions. Keep it available offline. Do not assume the visa starts on your preferred date.
Step 4
Get ready for the trip
Apply for the first 417 through ImmiAccount from abroad. Follow the personal checklist and await the decision.
- Passport, visa and requested evidence accessible offline.
- Initial funds, insurance and departure costs checked separately.
- First accommodation and airport transport arranged.
Step 5
Start your Working Holiday
- Check the visa grant and first-entry deadline. Keep passport details current and use VEVO to check actual conditions. NDC-NO-AU-VEVO
- Track time with the same employer. An applicable exemption or permission is needed before exceeding the usual six-month limit. NDC-NO-AU-WORK
- Up to 4 months AU
- Insurance must cover the entire stay; check hospital cover and evidence. AU
Work
This is not a total work limit. Check exemptions or request permission before the limit.
Study
Up to 4 months
Explore language courses →Language courses · commercial service
Plan a language course for your trip.
Through ViveCampus you can request language-course quotes with international-student discounts. Offers may vary by your country of origin and destination. A personalized quote confirms available discounts and the final price. Booking a course does not guarantee a visa.
Up to 4 months
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Frequently asked questions
Does the amount include departure?
Official guidance says usually about AUD 5,000; this is initial planning money, not an exact statutory threshold or full-trip budget.
References: AU
Explore language courses →How long must insurance last?
The reviewed passport-specific evidence does not establish every required insured risk or coverage amount. Confirm cover, duration and evidence before purchase; do not copy another scheme’s policy.
References: AU
How long must the passport be valid?
A separate number of extra passport-validity months is not established here. Use the valid passport linked to the application and decision, and confirm validity before travel.
References: AU
Does previous participation count?
Apply from outside Australia. Dependent children cannot accompany you.
References: AU
What work limits apply?
This is not a total work limit. Check exemptions or request permission before the limit.
References: AU-WORK
Official sources
Research consulted: 17 October 2026. Check current requirements with the issuing authority before applying.
2026-10-17 · Governments can change visa requirements at any time. Always check the official government pages before applying.
AU · Home Affairs - first Working Holiday 417
Read the official instructions ↗2026-10-17 · Governments can change visa requirements at any time. Always check the official government pages before applying.
AU-WORK · Home Affairs - employer work condition
Read the official instructions ↗2026-10-18 · Governments can change visa requirements at any time. Always check the official government pages before applying.
NDC-NO-AU-VEVO · Official guidance · NO research
Read the official instructions ↗2026-10-18 · Governments can change visa requirements at any time. Always check the official government pages before applying.