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Australian Work and Holiday Visa Requirements for US Citizens
The Work and Holiday visa for Australia is for eligible travelers aged between 18 to 30 to visit Australia for up to 12 months and supplement the cost by casual employment in Australia.
1Passport Requirements:
A photocopy of the passport information and signature page and photocopy of previous Australian and other visas and any relevant passport pages must be sent to Travisa with the visa application materials. The passport must be valid for 6 months beyond stay, with at least one blank visa page available for the Australian entry stamp. The original passport does not need to be submitted with the visa application, but must be carried with the visa through customs upon entry to Australia.
2Australian Visa Application Form:
One Australian visa application form per applicant properly completed and signed. Signature must be original on each Australia visa application. Improperly completed Australian visa application forms may delay the processing of your Australian Work and Holiday Visa.
3Photo Requirements:
Two recent 2 x 2 passport type photographs, in color, front view and with a plain/white background.
OR - you can upload a passport photo to the Global Service Order Form when you place your order, instead of providing physical passport photos.
4Other Forms:
For applicants who have served in the armed forces of any country, certified copies of military service record or discharge papers.
Signed Form 956A, which is a letter of authorization appointing Travisa as authorized to act on your behalf to process this visa application.
5Financial Requirements:
Evidence of sufficient funds to support stay in Australia; certified copy of a bank statement showing access to appropriate funds of at least 5,000 Australian dollars (US dollar amount varies depending on exchange rate).
6Other Requirements:
Certified copy of birth certificate showing names of both parents.
7Special Instructions:
The Embassy of Australia has the right to request any additional documentation, such as educational qualifications or proof of health insurance, at the discretion of the Consular Officer.
