The Australian Government have announced enhanced pathways for UK/Northern Ireland passport holders from July 1st 2024.
The new arrangements will remove the specified work requirements.
From 1 July 2024, UK passport holders will be eligible to be granted Working Holiday visas up to a total of three years without having to meet any specified work requirements.
This means that there is no longer a requirement to complete specified rural or regional work to be eligible for a 2nd or 3rd WHV.
These arrangements are only available to applicants who use a passport issued by the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland to lodge their visa application.
Maximum stay of three years
Working Holiday visa holders can currently stay three years in Australia. This stay consists of three separate visas granted for 12 months each (not counting any ‘COVID-19 affected visa’). These arrangements have not changed.
UK passport holders can choose to apply for a first, second and third Working Holiday (subclass 417) visa at any time while they still meet the eligible age requirement. They do not need to stay in Australia for three years in a row. Applicants can lodge applications for second and third Working Holiday (subclass 417) visas in or outside Australia.
If a UK passport holder has already spent one or two years in Australia on a Working Holiday (subclass 417) visa before the new arrangements commence, they can apply for the remaining visa(s) under the new arrangements on or after 1 July 2024. This enables them to stay a maximum of three years in Australia.
This also applies to UK passport holders who previously entered Australia on a Working Holiday (subclass 417) visa using a different eligible passport.
Why work with ICE Group – Experts in International Healthcare
If you are a Registered Nurse or Midwife and thinking of going to Australia on a WHV please contact us here at ICE Jobs and we can assist you with securing your 1st Nursing job in Sydney or other locations in NSW.
We have over 20 years of experience placing Nurses and Midwives in Australia and can assist and advise on many aspects including obtaining your registration (AHPRA), hospital information, interview preparation etc.
There are many reasons British/Northern Irish Nurses take the opportunity to work in Australia as it offers a rewarding experience professionally and personally and a blend of nursing experience in a variety of healthcare environments for urban to rural locations.
- Australia is known for its excellent work-life balance and high quality of life
- The WHV allows for travel giving the opportunity to explore cities and diverse landscapes
- Nursing salaries in Australia are very competitive
- Many hospitals offer opportunities for further education and professional development
- Supportive environment- there are various support systems in place to assist international Nurses to integrate
- Pathway to permanent residency, for Nurses who would like a long-term option to remain in Australia
- Australia is known for its natural beauty, beaches, rainforests, outback and outdoor pursuits, swimming, scuba diving, hiking etc
Nothing is guaranteed in life- except the adventure that a working holiday visa can bring. Here at ICE Jobs, we are dedicated to making the journey down under as smooth as possible. If you believe us, check out what one of our recently placed nurses had to say.
“From the offset, ICE Jobs have been very supportive and guided me through the application process. They eased the distress and worry of the process in particular APHRA and the job application. When I have had any questions, ICE has been able to point me in the right direction and ease my anxieties. The APHRA process can and was extremely daunting and stressful and I felt much more at ease knowing that I could contact ICE Jobs if I needed any guidance.” – Katie
If you are even considering going to Australia on a WHV and would like more information please contact nurse@icegroup.ie or log on to our website
www.icejobs.ie/healthcare-recruitment/