The UltimateOz Australia Gap Year package is the best way to start your Working Holiday in Australia! Your arrival week is jam-packed with social activities while we arrange everything you need to start work in Australia and settle into life Down Under with ease. You’ll experience UltimateOz Australia Gap Year with a group of new mates and a fun, experienced guide.
We welcome thousands of travellers starting their Aussie gap year in Sydney every year! We’ll set you up with all of the Gap Year Essentials and tell you everything you need to know about living and working abroad in Australia. We’re experts in Australia travel and can’t wait to show you the highlights and the hidden gems!
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Ultimate Tour Guide
Airport arrival transfer
7 nights’ Accommodation
Welcome Gap Year Orientation
Guided Sydney City Walk
Welcome Hostel Dinner
Work & Travel Information Session
Private Sydney Catamaran Cruise (incl BBQ)
Return Transfer to Port Stephens
4WD through the Worimi Conservation Lands
Sandboard down the Stockton Bight Dunes
Mt Tomaree Bush Hike & Lookout
Interact with Australian Wildlife.
Beach Evening & Stargazing
Port Stephens Dolphin Cruise
Experience Sydney nightlife.
Coastal Beach Walk
Visit Bondi Beach
12 Month Jobs Support
3 x Dinners, 2 x Breakfast, 2 x Lunch
SIM Card Activation
Tax File Number & Australian Bank Account setup
12 Month Mail Holding Service
Free Wifi and computer access at Ultimate HQ
Ongoing support from the Ultimate Crew
We recommend a travel budget of approx $20-$30/ day for meals when not included in the itinerary.
417 WORKING HOLIDAY VISA
The Subclass 417 Working Holiday Visa is available to young adults from 19 eligible countries who want to live, work, and travel in Australia for up to 12 months — with the option to extend for a second and third year.
Age 18–35: United Kingdom, Republic of Ireland, Canada, France, Italy, Denmark
Age 18–30: Belgium, Cyprus, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Hong Kong, Japan, South Korea, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, Taiwan
Conditions
Live, work, and travel in Australia for up to 12 months. Enter Australia any time within 12 months of your visa being granted, and leave and re-enter as many times as you like while it's valid. Work with each employer for up to 6 months and study for up to 4 months. Extend your stay with a 2nd-Year Visa and then a 3rd-Year Visa — each adding a further 12 months.
Eligibility
You must apply from outside Australia and be outside Australia when the visa is granted. You cannot have previously entered Australia on a Working Holiday Visa, and you cannot be accompanied by dependent children. You'll need approximately AUD $5,000 in available funds to support yourself on arrival.
For full details and to apply, visit the official Australian Department of Home Affairs website.
462 WORK AND HOLIDAY VISA
The Subclass 462 Work and Holiday Visa is available to 18–30-year-olds from the USA, Argentina, Chile, Malaysia, and Turkey. It allows you to live, work, and travel in Australia for up to 12 months, with multiple entries permitted. A 2nd-Year extension is available on completion of 3 months (88 days) of specified regional work during your first year.
Some countries have additional requirements: US applicants must have graduated from high school. Applicants from Argentina, Chile, Malaysia, and Turkey must hold tertiary qualifications or have completed at least two years of undergraduate study.
For full details and to apply, visit the official Australian Department of Home Affairs website.
2ND & 3RD YEAR EXTENSIONS
To qualify for a 2nd-Year extension, complete 88 days (3 months) of specified work in regional Australia during your first visa — such as fruit picking, farm work, fishing, mining, or construction. For a 3rd-Year extension, complete 6 months of specified work during your second visa. On a 2nd-Year Visa, you can also return to work for up to 6 months with an employer from your first year.
UK passport holders: From 1 July 2024, under the Australia–UK Free Trade Agreement, UK citizens can apply for a 2nd and 3rd-Year Visa without completing any specified work.
Your UltimateOz Australia Gap Year package includes your first 7 nights' accommodation in Sydney.
We spend 5-nights total at WakeUp! hostel, voted Sydney's best backpacker hostel and 2-nights in dorm share cabins at UltimateOz basecamp, located 5 minutes from the beach and home to Aussie wildlife such as kangaroos, cockatoos and koalas.
Accommodation is based on 6-10 bed shared dorm arrangements. Upgrades to private rooms are available during our city stay.
Keen to stay in Sydney? Extra nights at WakeUp! hostel can be selected when you book online.
JOB SUPPORT
Finding work in a new country is one of the biggest challenges of a working holiday — and one of the most important. Our job support program is built around getting you ready to live and work in Australia from day one, giving you the tools, resources, and confidence to hit the ground running.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Working Holiday Job Board: Get access to our dedicated job board featuring genuine positions suited to Working Holiday Makers across Australia — hospitality, retail, agriculture, tourism, construction, and more. Browse and apply before you even arrive.
CV Review & Assistance: Australian employers have specific expectations when it comes to CVs and cover letters. Our team will review your CV, help you tailor it for the local market, and make sure you're putting your best foot forward.
Job Seminars: Attend our arrival seminars covering everything you need to know about finding work in Australia — how to approach employers, what to expect from the hiring process, workplace rights, pay rates, and the difference between casual, part-time, and full-time work.
Arrival Assistance: From the moment you land, our team is on hand to help. We'll point you in the right direction, answer your questions, and make sure you're set up and ready to start applying as quickly as possible.
Local Knowledge: We'll let you know which industries are hiring, which areas have the best job opportunities for Working Holiday Makers, and how to find second-year visa qualifying work when the time comes.
WORKING HOLIDAY MAKERS & EMPLOYMENT IN AUSTRALIA
Australia is one of the world's most popular working holiday destinations — and for good reason. The job market is strong, wages are high by international standards, and employers across the country actively seek out Working Holiday Makers to fill roles in key industries.
Over 150,000 Working Holiday visas (Subclass 417) were granted in 2024–25 alone, with demand growing year on year. The most common industries for Working Holiday Makers are hospitality and food service, agriculture and farm work, retail, tourism, and construction — all sectors with consistent demand and flexible, short-term opportunities well suited to the visa conditions.
Hospitality is the single most popular sector, employing around 25% of all Working Holiday Makers, with cafes, bars, restaurants, and hotels in every major city always on the lookout for experienced staff. Wages typically range from AUD $25–$35 per hour, with casual loadings applying on evenings and weekends.
Farm work and agriculture accounts for a significant share of Working Holiday employment — particularly for those seeking their second-year visa. Regional fruit picking, harvesting, and farm roles are available year-round across Queensland, Victoria, South Australia, and Western Australia, with piece-rate and hourly pay varying by region and season.
Around 40% of Working Holiday Makers move into regional work at some point during their stay — not only to qualify for visa extensions, but because regional areas often offer higher pay, free or subsidised accommodation, and a genuinely unique Australian experience.
The majority of Working Holiday Makers find their first job within two to four weeks of arriving in Australia. Those who arrive prepared — with a local-ready CV, an Australian bank account, a Tax File Number, and a clear understanding of the job market — typically find work significantly faster.
That's exactly what the UltimateOz job support program is designed to deliver.
FINDING WORK
You’ll receive a 12-months membership to Travellers At Work, our in-house recruitment agency, voted Australia’s best backpacker job service. We connect employers and job seekers making sure every job we post is a genuine position suitable for working holidaymakers.
Get started before you arrive! Write your CV, browse jobs online from anywhere and easily apply even on your phone or tablet. Set up your profile and be found by employers on short notice.
Talk to our recruitment experts to get help with writing your CV, advice on second-year visa jobs or necessary certificates and any other questions you may have.
AUSSIE BANK ACCOUNT & TAX FILE NUMBER
We’ll help you open your Australian bank account from home so your bank card will be ready to collect when you arrive! You'll need a Tax File Number to legally work in Australia. We’ll take care of the application so you don't have to worry about the paperwork.
12-MONTH MAIL SERVICE
We’ll provide you with a fixed address for your time in Australia. Your mail will be scanned so you can easily access it online – anytime and anywhere.
SIM CARD
We’ll organise your Australian mobile SIM (any size), with a range of cheap prepaid plans available.
TAX REFUNDS
At the end of your time in Australia, we’ll help you claim a tax refund, which could be worth thousands.
MEDICARE
If eligible, we’ll help you apply for Medicare so you get discounted / free healthcare whilst in Australia.
TRAINING COURSE DISCOUNTS
For most hospitality work in Australia it’s a legal requirement to have a RSA Certificate (Responsible Service of Alcohol). UltimateOz can help you book your RSA and any other training courses you may wish to book including Bar skills, Cocktail skills, White card (construction work) and more. We’re part of a Registered Training Organisation and offer discounts on all other courses.
HOW TO BOOK
To book UltimateOz Australia Gap Year, select your chosen departure date and any optional extras you would like to book. We'll send you a booking confirmation as well as important information about your tour.
Keen to travel the East Coast of Australia? Check out Ultimate East Coast tours.
If you have a travel date in mind but you're not ready to pay in full, you can secure your spot with a $300 deposit.
FLIGHTS, INSURANCE & VISA INFO
We recommend booking your flights to arrive into Sydney on Sunday, so you'll be ready for the tour to start on Monday morning. Arriving later? No worries! Your arrival transfer can be organised for any incoming flight.
TOUR & BOOKING INFORMATION
Tour starts in Sydney (Monday at 11.30am)
Tour ends in Sydney (Sunday afternoon)
Extra nights can be selected when you book online.
Find out more about Australian Working Holidays here.
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We recommend a travel budget of approx $20-$30/ day for meals when not included in the itinerary.
417 WORKING HOLIDAY VISA
The Subclass 417 Working Holiday Visa is available to young adults from 19 eligible countries who want to live, work, and travel in Australia for up to 12 months — with the option to extend for a second and third year.
Age 18–35: United Kingdom, Republic of Ireland, Canada, France, Italy, Denmark
Age 18–30: Belgium, Cyprus, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Hong Kong, Japan, South Korea, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, Taiwan
Conditions
Live, work, and travel in Australia for up to 12 months. Enter Australia any time within 12 months of your visa being granted, and leave and re-enter as many times as you like while it's valid. Work with each employer for up to 6 months and study for up to 4 months. Extend your stay with a 2nd-Year Visa and then a 3rd-Year Visa — each adding a further 12 months.
Eligibility
You must apply from outside Australia and be outside Australia when the visa is granted. You cannot have previously entered Australia on a Working Holiday Visa, and you cannot be accompanied by dependent children. You'll need approximately AUD $5,000 in available funds to support yourself on arrival.
For full details and to apply, visit the official Australian Department of Home Affairs website.
462 WORK AND HOLIDAY VISA
The Subclass 462 Work and Holiday Visa is available to 18–30-year-olds from the USA, Argentina, Chile, Malaysia, and Turkey. It allows you to live, work, and travel in Australia for up to 12 months, with multiple entries permitted. A 2nd-Year extension is available on completion of 3 months (88 days) of specified regional work during your first year.
Some countries have additional requirements: US applicants must have graduated from high school. Applicants from Argentina, Chile, Malaysia, and Turkey must hold tertiary qualifications or have completed at least two years of undergraduate study.
For full details and to apply, visit the official Australian Department of Home Affairs website.
2ND & 3RD YEAR EXTENSIONS
To qualify for a 2nd-Year extension, complete 88 days (3 months) of specified work in regional Australia during your first visa — such as fruit picking, farm work, fishing, mining, or construction. For a 3rd-Year extension, complete 6 months of specified work during your second visa. On a 2nd-Year Visa, you can also return to work for up to 6 months with an employer from your first year.
UK passport holders: From 1 July 2024, under the Australia–UK Free Trade Agreement, UK citizens can apply for a 2nd and 3rd-Year Visa without completing any specified work.
JOB SUPPORT
Finding work in a new country is one of the biggest challenges of a working holiday — and one of the most important. Our job support program is built around getting you ready to live and work in Australia from day one, giving you the tools, resources, and confidence to hit the ground running.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Working Holiday Job Board: Get access to our dedicated job board featuring genuine positions suited to Working Holiday Makers across Australia — hospitality, retail, agriculture, tourism, construction, and more. Browse and apply before you even arrive.
CV Review & Assistance: Australian employers have specific expectations when it comes to CVs and cover letters. Our team will review your CV, help you tailor it for the local market, and make sure you're putting your best foot forward.
Job Seminars: Attend our arrival seminars covering everything you need to know about finding work in Australia — how to approach employers, what to expect from the hiring process, workplace rights, pay rates, and the difference between casual, part-time, and full-time work.
Arrival Assistance: From the moment you land, our team is on hand to help. We'll point you in the right direction, answer your questions, and make sure you're set up and ready to start applying as quickly as possible.
Local Knowledge: We'll let you know which industries are hiring, which areas have the best job opportunities for Working Holiday Makers, and how to find second-year visa qualifying work when the time comes.
WORKING HOLIDAY MAKERS & EMPLOYMENT IN AUSTRALIA
Australia is one of the world's most popular working holiday destinations — and for good reason. The job market is strong, wages are high by international standards, and employers across the country actively seek out Working Holiday Makers to fill roles in key industries.
Over 150,000 Working Holiday visas (Subclass 417) were granted in 2024–25 alone, with demand growing year on year. The most common industries for Working Holiday Makers are hospitality and food service, agriculture and farm work, retail, tourism, and construction — all sectors with consistent demand and flexible, short-term opportunities well suited to the visa conditions.
Hospitality is the single most popular sector, employing around 25% of all Working Holiday Makers, with cafes, bars, restaurants, and hotels in every major city always on the lookout for experienced staff. Wages typically range from AUD $25–$35 per hour, with casual loadings applying on evenings and weekends.
Farm work and agriculture accounts for a significant share of Working Holiday employment — particularly for those seeking their second-year visa. Regional fruit picking, harvesting, and farm roles are available year-round across Queensland, Victoria, South Australia, and Western Australia, with piece-rate and hourly pay varying by region and season.
Around 40% of Working Holiday Makers move into regional work at some point during their stay — not only to qualify for visa extensions, but because regional areas often offer higher pay, free or subsidised accommodation, and a genuinely unique Australian experience.
The majority of Working Holiday Makers find their first job within two to four weeks of arriving in Australia. Those who arrive prepared — with a local-ready CV, an Australian bank account, a Tax File Number, and a clear understanding of the job market — typically find work significantly faster.
That's exactly what the UltimateOz job support program is designed to deliver.
FINDING WORK
You’ll receive access to our Travellers At Work Job Database that gives you the opportunity to apply for Working Holiday Maker jobs all around Australia. We connect employers and job seekers making sure every job we post is a genuine position suitable for your working holiday.
Get started before you arrive! Write your CV, browse jobs online from anywhere and easily apply even on your phone or tablet. Set up your profile and be found by employers on short notice.
Talk to our recruitment experts to get help with writing your CV, advice on second-year visa jobs or necessary certificates and any other questions you may have.
AUSSIE BANK ACCOUNT & TAX FILE NUMBER
We’ll help you open your Australian bank account from home so your bank card will be ready to collect when you arrive! You'll need a Tax File Number to legally work in Australia. We’ll take care of the application so you don't have to worry about the paperwork.
12-MONTH MAIL SERVICE
We’ll provide you with a fixed address for your time in Australia. Your mail will be scanned so you can easily access it online – anytime and anywhere.
SIM CARD
We’ll organise your Australian mobile SIM (any size), with a range of cheap prepaid plans available.
TAX REFUNDS
At the end of your time in Australia, we’ll help you claim a tax refund, which could be worth thousands.
MEDICARE
If eligible, we’ll help you apply for Medicare so you get discounted / free healthcare whilst in Australia.
TRAINING COURSE DISCOUNTS
For most hospitality work in Australia it’s a legal requirement to have a RSA Certificate (Responsible Service of Alcohol). UltimateOz can help you book your RSA and any other training courses you may wish to book including Bar skills, Cocktail skills, White card (construction work) and more. We’re part of a Registered Training Organisation and offer discounts on all other courses.
HOW TO BOOK
To book UltimateOz Australia Gap Year, select your chosen departure date and any optional extras you would like to book. We'll send you a booking confirmation as well as important information about your tour.
If you have a travel date in mind but you're not ready to pay in full, you can secure your spot with a $300 deposit.
FLIGHTS, INSURANCE & VISA INFO
Flights to Sydney are not included. Compare flight prices here.
We recommend booking your flights to arrive into Sydney on Sunday, so you'll be ready for the tour to start on Monday morning. Arriving later? No worries! Your arrival transfer can be organised for any incoming flight.
Travel insurance is not included. Get a quote from our recommended travel insurance partners here or via World Nomads here.
ESSENTIAL BOOKING INFORMATION
UltimateOz Australia Gap Year starts in Sydney on Mondays at 11.30am and ends in Sydney on the following Sunday afternoon. Extra nights can be selected when you book online. Read our full booking terms and conditions here.
Find out more about Australian Working Holidays here.
EASY ARRIVAL
When you arrive catch your transfer from the airport directly to your hostel, located right in the centre of the city. Everything is pre-arranged so your check-in will be quick & easy. UltimateOz Gap Year starts on Mondays throughout the year with additional start dates between September and March.
All departures are guaranteed! Trips do book out quickly so secure your start date with a deposit today or get in touch for help planning your trip!
OPEN DATED BOOKINGS
Book open dated when you have not decided on a tour date yet, but want to confirm your travel plans and secure a price. Once you have booked open dated, you can book on any available start date of your choosing, subject to availability.
Check in to your new home before meeting our legendary Group Leaders and the rest of your group. We’ll introduce you to the office crew, give you a brief overview on what’s going to happen for the week and hand out your SIM card.
We then head out to explore the city. Have lunch in Darling Harbour, see the Sydney Harbour Bridge, the Opera House, and take a trip down to the Botanical Gardens. At the same time, you’ll be getting to know your new mates in Australia and taking some awesome photos to make your mates back home jealous!
Tonight we visit our favourite party bar for our Welcome Dinner!
After a good night’s sleep, join our comprehensive info session where we’ll explain everything you need to know about working and travelling around Australia. Our team are all experienced travellers and have started where you are now. We’ll support you in anything you need & answer any questions you may have.
We then jump on our very own UltimateOz Catamaran for a cruise on Sydney Harbour. Spend the day cruising, swimming and chilling on Sydney Harbour! Enjoy your first Aussie BBQ on deck.
Today we head to Port Stephens, famous for its stunning beaches, amazing sand dunes and abundance of Aussie wildlife including dolphins, whales, koalas, echidnas and possums. Our eco-cabin accommodation is just 5-minutes walk to the beach!
The next morning we jump in the 4WD and ride to the highest dunes to try sandboarding! Then we take a guided bush walk through National Park to our favourite lookout. Enjoy stunning scenery, breathtaking views and get the chance to see koalas in the treetops & migrating whales (May – November).
On our final day inPort Stephens we take an amazing dolphin watching cruise and get up close to wild bottlenose dolphins. There’s also a chance to see turtles and whales. Relax on deck or ride in the boom net while dolphins swim underneath. Next we’ll head back to Sydney for our last 2 days of the tour.
Today you can make an appointment with our team and start working on your Australian CV and planning your Australian adventures. Tonight we get dressed up for a fun night out in Sydney! Meet the group at one of our favourite party bars before starting our Sydney Pub Crawl. We visit some hot spots in the city – VIP express entry and a couple of free welcome drinks along the way!
On your last day, we take a tour along Sydney’s cliff-top coastline from Coogee to Bondi and check out six beaches along the way. It’s the perfect way to unwind after an awesome first week in Sydney!
Your UltimateOz Australia Gap Year package includes your first 7 nights’ accommodation in Sydney. We spend 5-nights in accommodation voted Sydney’s best backpacker hostel, centrally located in the CBD and around the corner from our office.
We spend 2-nights in dorm share cabins at our UltimateOz Port Stephens Experience, located 5 minutes from the beach and home to Aussie wildlife such as kangaroos, cockatoos, possums and koalas.
To make your booking, select your chosen departure date and any optional extras you would like to book. If you are unsure about optional extras or if you need additional accommodation before or after your tour, you can let us know later via email.
We'll send you a booking confirmation as well as important information about your tour. You can make payments on your tour balance sooner, or regularly, via our website here. A non refundable 5.25% booking processing fee applies to each booking, calculated on the value of your booking.
Travelling solo? Great! Most of the people you meet on tour will also be on a solo adventure! If you are curious as to who you could be travelling with, or want to make some friends before arriving, join our Travel Community and reach out to your potential new travel mates!
Booking with ULTIMATE is easy! We take payments securely via Mastercard or Visa Credit and Debit Card and we will charge you in Australian Currency (AUD). Your deposit is flexible and if you can no longer travel, you can save your deposit for a later trip or destination if you notify us 30 days before your scheduled tour date.
Making your booking is easy. Choose a date below, and if you have any questions about extras, deposits, or meeting other travellers, just get in touch — we're happy to help.
What is UltimateOz?
The UltimateOz Australia Gap Year package is designed for those planning a working holiday / gap year in Australia. The majority of our travellers are aged between 18 and 30.
There are various visa options available depending on your reason for travelling to Australia. If you are planning a Working Holiday, you must apply for a 417 or 462 Visa. You can still book UltimateOz on a Tourist Visa, but you will not be eligible for the Gap Year support elements of the package.
Keen to travel Australia on a tourist visa for a shorter period of time? Check out our 8-day Ultimate Sydney tour, still visiting all the Sydney icons and Port Stephens. This tour is ideal for those on a tourist visa and doesn’t include any gap year elements.
What do I need to organise before coming to Australia?
Travelling to Australia with UltimateOz is easy as! Here’s what you need to do:
Arrange a Working Holiday Visa
Book your UltimateOz Sydney Arrival Package plus any other Ultimate trips & tours
Book your flights to Australia
Arrange a travel insurance policy by clicking here
Pack your bag, grab your passport & camera and jump on that plane!
Im travelling alone. How will I meet people?
UltimateOz is designed to help you make friends as soon as you arrive in Australia! Most people travelling with UltimateOz arrive alone and stay in touch with friends from the group for the rest of their time here. You’ll spend your first week having loads of fun and getting to know each other. After the UltimateOz week has come to an end, our crew can advise you on finding work, accommodation in Sydney or plan your travel adventure around Australia with your new mates. Chat to others travelling Australia via our Facebook group.
How do I find work in Australia?
UltimateOz includes a 12-Month membership to our online job database – Travellers At Work!
During your first week in Sydney we’ll give you valuable information about finding work in Australia. We’ll share our tips on where to find work, how to apply and what you can expect to earn!
We’ll provide you with access to the Travellers At Work job database, so you can begin applying for jobs at your earliest convenience. If at any time you need some guidance just swing by and have a one-on-one session with one of our in-house work and travel experts who can help you out in your job search! We’ll review your CV and help you adapt your application to suit Aussie employers.
Can you help me book flights and insurance?
We are unable to book flights, but we always recommend using online search engines to research the best available flight routes, prices and times. To ease your experience, we suggest booking via a Travel Agent or directly with your preferred airline.
Travel insurance is required to participate in this tour. We recommend that you find and compare various policies to ensure you have an appropriate level of coverage for you adventure. Not sure where to start? You can find some trusted Travel Insurers here.
Can I travel with Dietary requirements?
In most cases, we can cater to Vegetarian and Gluten Free diets. We will make every effort to cater to all other diets and needs, but we are unable to guarantee this will be possible in every location we visit. Unfortunately we will not cater for tastes or dislikes. We will ask you to re-confirm any dietary requirements with your Group Leader at the start of your trip.
Can I travel with a medical condition?
If you have an existing medical condition or disability that may affect your trip or how deliver our experience, we ask that you inform us in writing at the time of your booking. You may be asked to obtain a medical certificate and if we reasonably feel we are unable to accommodate your particular needs, we reserve the right to decline your booking.
How much spending money do I need?
On our Group Tours, your transport and accommodation along with the meals and activities listed on the itinerary are all included in your tour price. While you are travelling you may wish to participate in additional activities which you will need to budget for. While travelling you may wish to eat and drink out or you may plan to cook and prepare some of your own meals.
As a guide, we recommend you budget an additional $40 – $60AUD per day for spending money. Please note that all travellers are different and you may wish to travel with additional spending money. There are amazing optional activities and food options on offer on the East Coast and if you desire to experience most of them, you may wish to budget for additional spending money.
Can I book extra nights before the trip? I’m arriving early!
Of course! You can pre-book extra nights in Sydney if you’re arriving early, and also extend your stay. You can add them onto your booking, or just get in contact with us! Optional activities are available to add on in country if you are interested in exploring more areas around Sydney!
Do I need a working holiday visa to book?
UltimateOz is designed for travellers on a 417 or 462 working holiday visa, generally aged 18–30 (up to 35 for some nationalities). You can book on a Tourist Visa too, but you won’t be eligible for the gap year work-support benefits (job database, TFN and bank account help) without a working holiday visa.
Do I need to sort out a bank account and Tax File Number myself?
No — setting up an Australian bank account and Tax File Number is included and handled with your group leader’s help in your first week. You can start the bank account process up to 4 weeks before you arrive.
Where will I be staying?
You’ll spend 5 nights at WakeUp! Central Hostel in Sydney’s CBD (voted Sydney’s #1 backpacker hostel, 10-bed shared dorms with free WiFi, a bar and café on-site) and 2 nights in 6-bed eco-cabins at the UltimateOz Basecamp in Port Stephens, a 5-minute walk from the beach. Private room upgrades and extra nights are available at booking.
695-699 George Street.
Sydney, NSW 2000
ABN: 91 133 215 166
