Working Holiday Maker Visa | 01 Aug 2019
Recently, the Australian Government has decided to expand the 'Working Holiday Maker' visa programme to over a dozen countries, including India.
- The visa aims to recruit workers to regional areas of Australia to solve the labour shortages, particularly on farms.
- 'Working Holiday Maker Programme' is a cultural exchange programme which enables young travellers to have an extended holiday and earn money through short-term employment.
- It also helps to boost regional economies.
- Working Holiday Maker Programme applicants must meet minimum requirements i.e. having a functional level of English and holding or be studying in tertiary education.