Visa fees · Subclass 462
Subclass 462 visa cost and processing time (2026-27)
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The Work and Holiday visa (Subclass 462) costs A$840 for the main applicant. Home Affairs reports that 75% of applications are finalised within 11 days and 90% within 44 days. Fees are from the official Home Affairs pricing table, checked 7 October 2026; processing times are as at 29 September 2026.
How much is the subclass 462 visa application charge?
| Stream | Main applicant | Each extra applicant 18+ | Each applicant under 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| First | A$840 | — | — |
| Second | A$1,000 | — | — |
| Third | A$1,000 | — | — |
Source: Department of Home Affairs — Current visa pricing, checked 7 October 2026. Charges are indexed each 1 July. Card payment surcharges, health examinations, police certificates, skills assessments and translations are extra. Confirm the final amount with the official Visa Pricing Estimator before you lodge.
How long does the subclass 462 visa take?
75% of applications are finalised within 11 days and 90% within 44 days.
Source: Home Affairs global visa processing times, as at 29 September 2026. See how times have moved on our processing times tracker.
Frequently asked questions
How much does the subclass 462 visa cost in 2026-27?
The base visa application charge for the Work and Holiday visa (subclass 462) is A$840, according to the Department of Home Affairs pricing table checked on 7 October 2026. Health checks, police certificates and other third-party costs are extra.
How long does the subclass 462 visa take to process?
Home Affairs reports that 75% of subclass 462 applications were finalised within 11 days and 90% within 44 days, as at 29 September 2026. Individual applications can take longer, for example if information is missing or extra checks are needed.
Full eligibility, steps and pathways: 462 Work and Holiday Visa 2026: Caps, Countries & Fee · All visas: Australian visa fees table. General information only, not migration advice.