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Australia Work and Holiday Visa (Subclass 462) Ballot 2026-27 for Indian Applicants: Registration, Eligibility, Dates & Application Process

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Australia has officially announced the Work and Holiday (Subclass 462) Visa Ballot Program for the 2026-27 program year. This program allows eligible young people from India, China, and Vietnam to live, work, and travel in Australia for up to 12 months.

Due to high demand, Australia uses a ballot (lottery) system to randomly select applicants before they can apply for the visa.

https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/what-we-do/whm-program/latest-news/new-work-and-holiday-subclass-462-visa-pre-application-process?

Important Dates for Indian Applicants

• Registration Opens: 4 June 2026
• Registration Closes: 25 June 2026
• Ballot Selection Starts: 2 July 2026
• Selection Period Ends: 30 April 2027
• Ballot Registration Fee: AUD 25

What is the Work and Holiday Visa (Subclass 462)?

The Work and Holiday Visa (Subclass 462) allows young adults to:

• Travel across Australia
• Work temporarily to support their stay
• Study for a short period
• Experience Australian culture and lifestyle

The visa is popular among Indian youth looking for international work and travel opportunities.

Eligibility Criteria for Indian Citizens

To register for the Australia Work and Holiday Visa Ballot, applicants must:

• Be an Indian passport holder
• Be aged between 18 and 30 years (inclusive)
• Hold a valid PAN Card (mandatory)
• Have a valid passport
• Possess a valid email address
• Create an ImmiAccount
• Pay the AUD 25 registration fee

Applicants can register from inside or outside Australia.

PAN Card Requirement for Indians

Indian applicants must provide a valid PAN Card. Aadhaar Card is not accepted as a National Identity

Document for this visa ballot process.

Ensure all details entered during registration exactly match your PAN Card and passport records.

How to Apply for Australia Work and Holiday Visa 2026-27

Step 1: Create an ImmiAccount

Visit the Australian Department of Home Affairs website and create your ImmiAccount.

https://online.immi.gov.au/lusc/register

Step 2: Enable Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)

Set up MFA for account security.

Step 3: Start New Application

Select:Visa Pre-Application Registration → Registration – Work and Holiday Visa (462)

Step 4: Complete Registration Form

Enter:

• Full Name
• Date of Birth
• Passport Details
• PAN Card Number
• Email Address

Step 5: Pay Registration Fee

Pay AUD 25 online.

Step 6: Submit Registration

After successful payment, your registration status will change to "Received".

How Does the Ballot Selection Work?

The Australian Government uses a random automated selection process.

No preference is given based on:

• Education
• Occupation
• Experience
• Financial status

Every valid registration has an equal chance of selection.

What Happens If You Are Selected?

If selected:

• You will receive a Notification of Selection by email.
• You must submit your visa application within 28 days.
• You will need to upload required documents, including PAN Card and Passport.

Selection does not guarantee visa approval. All visa eligibility requirements must still be met.

What If You Are Not Selected?

If your registration is not selected:

• You cannot apply for the Subclass 462 Visa during the current program year.
• The AUD 25 fee is non-refundable.
• Your registration remains in the selection pool until 30 April 2027.

Key Documents Required

• Valid Indian Passport
• PAN Card
• Passport-size Photograph
• Educational Documents
• Proof of Funds (if required)
• Other supporting documents as requested

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can Indians apply directly for the Work and Holiday Visa?

No. Indian citizens must first register in the visa ballot and be randomly selected.

Is Aadhaar Card accepted?

No. Only PAN Card is accepted as the required national identity document for Indian applicants.

What is the registration fee?

The ballot registration fee is AUD 25.

How many times can I register?

Only one registration per person is allowed during the registration period.

How long do selected candidates get to apply?

Selected applicants have 28 days to submit their visa application.