Australia WHV,from ballot to arrival
A clear guide to the key steps, timing, documents, and arrival preparation.
Timing, caps, and eligibility may change. Always check the latest official information.
Get the WHV checklist
Documents, formats, upload sections, and key notes in one PDF.
WHV WeChat group
Updates on ballot, documents, arrival, and job search. QR code valid until 2026-07-17.
Group rules
Group name: whv. Use the latest QR code shown here.
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Check the uncertain items first
Verify the official requirements before deciding your next step.
This self-check is for preparation only and is not immigration legal advice.
Ballot and timeline
Chinese applicants usually need the pre-application ballot. Follow official dates.
View official ballot page01
Eligibility
Check age, passport, education, English, and funds.
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Ballot
Follow the registration window and selection updates.
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Apply
Submit the formal application after selection.
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Health and requests
Respond through ImmiAccount when notified.
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Departure
Prepare budget, insurance, housing, and resume.
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Arrival records
Apply for TFN and keep work records.
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Identity
Chinese-English ID, passport bio page, stamped pages, birth or household evidence.
Funds
Bank-issued evidence; RMB 30k-35k is a common preparation range.
English
IELTS overall 4.5 or PTE overall 24 and above.
Photo
Recent white-background passport photo, 35mm x 45mm, JPG.
Education
CHSI education, degree, student-status evidence, and transcripts if needed.
Formats
Photo in JPG; other documents in PDF; combine Chinese and English versions.
Before departure
Prepare the items that affect your first month.
Flights and insurance
Temporary housing
Resume and job materials
Banking and phone
Budget and luggage
Emergency contacts
Australia arrival resources
Useful public links for jobs, renting, daily setup, and visa fees.
Visa Hub does not promise job outcomes. We only organise public resources and preparation paths.
Jobs and rights
Renting and housing
Second-year planning
If you plan a second WHV, start early.
Understand eligible work.
Check regional and duration rules.
Keep payslips and contracts.
Ask qualified professionals for case-specific issues.
Risks and rights
Keep records and use official channels.
Be careful with low-paid cash work.
Keep payslips and contracts.
Do not pay unclear deposits.
Do not hand over your passport.
Check official sources first.
Partners and services
Preparation support and compliant resources only. No result promises.
FAQ
The questions that matter most before you start.
Can Chinese applicants apply directly?
Usually, Chinese applicants need the pre-application ballot first. Open status, caps, and timing are subject to official updates.
How is WHV different from a visitor visa?
WHV refers to the Subclass 462 Work and Holiday visa. It allows eligible holders to travel and do short-term work; a visitor visa is not a work visa.
What if I am not selected?
Wait for the next official round and use the time to prepare English evidence, funds, and core documents.
How long do I have after selection?
Follow the official invitation and ImmiAccount notice. Prepare documents before the window opens.
Will I definitely find work in Australia?
No. Visa Hub provides preparation, channels, and risk notes only.
Does Visa Hub provide visa agency services?
No. This is an information and experience-sharing platform.
Visa Hub summarises public information and practical experience. It is not immigration legal advice. Visa policy, ballot timing, caps, and eligibility should be checked against the latest Department of Home Affairs information. For case-specific questions, consult a registered migration agent or Australian legal practitioner.