Australia Working Holiday Visa - 88 Days Explained (2023 HUGE UPDATE!)

Hey everyone! We hope that this video has come of some help to you. We know that the process of getting your Australia Working Holiday Visa can be daunting, confusing, and frustrating; and we have found that so many questions keep coming up when it comes to the "farm work" or simply the 88 day regional work that must be completed. We tried to clear up as much as we could but if you have any unanswered questions then please let us know!
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  • @lisaaspinall8364
    @lisaaspinall8364 Жыл бұрын

    Fantastic video, very well explained 👏 xx

  • @fredspencer1226
    @fredspencer1226 Жыл бұрын

    This is so helpful, thank you so much for this. Been loving your videos since you started. I'm coming to Australia next month to start my working holiday visa and watching all your videos has made me more confident and excited. Thanks for them!

  • @LeeandLoz

    @LeeandLoz

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much Fred! Glad our videos have helped, you’ll have the BEST time in Aus! 😊

  • @ethanspeaking17
    @ethanspeaking17 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you guys for answering so many of my questions^^

  • @LeeandLoz

    @LeeandLoz

    Жыл бұрын

    You’re welcome, thanks so much for watching!

  • @LauRiiiLoL
    @LauRiiiLoL Жыл бұрын

    What a wonderful video! Cant thank you enough

  • @LeeandLoz

    @LeeandLoz

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much! 😊

  • @michaelbuchli7169
    @michaelbuchli7169 Жыл бұрын

    Hey guys love your channel followed your whole journey, your awesome content should count towards the hours considering your promoting Australia you do more work than the tourist board..😄 Keep up the great work

  • @LeeandLoz

    @LeeandLoz

    Жыл бұрын

    Hey Michael, that’s so kind of you, thanks you so much! If only it would count towards our hours! We love showing what an amazing country Australia is 😄

  • @robgielen5711
    @robgielen5711Күн бұрын

    thanks for the video. its a big help

  • @budhiyogi
    @budhiyogi Жыл бұрын

    this is very useful, thank u

  • @LeeandLoz

    @LeeandLoz

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad it helped! 😁

  • @footdoc4235
    @footdoc4235 Жыл бұрын

    These videos reaffirms why I migrated to Australia 14 years ago after my WHV ❣️🇦🇺.

  • @LeeandLoz

    @LeeandLoz

    Жыл бұрын

    So glad you made the move!

  • @georgepatrick8752
    @georgepatrick87529 ай бұрын

    so helpful thank you

  • @LeeandLoz

    @LeeandLoz

    9 ай бұрын

    Thanks for watching!

  • @mikeecfc9680
    @mikeecfc9680 Жыл бұрын

    Such a helpful video. Thank u :)

  • @LeeandLoz

    @LeeandLoz

    Жыл бұрын

    So glad it was helpful! :)

  • @anamegoeshere

    @anamegoeshere

    Жыл бұрын

    @@LeeandLoz you aussies are "cowards" just giving up you're guns p.s. steve irwin did off himself and it was not on "perpose" but he was not the "smartest" with stingrays and well they have a "barb" inside the stinger and THAT'S what killed him

  • @matttv94
    @matttv94 Жыл бұрын

    I’m moving out sometime this year. I’m so glad they’re upping it to 35 being 28 I couldn’t stay for the full 3 years but now I can, can’t wait to move I’m very excited

  • @LeeandLoz

    @LeeandLoz

    Жыл бұрын

    Yeah we’re so glad for the change! Hopefully doesn’t take long to come into effect. You’ll have the best time, good luck with the move! 😊

  • @chrismartin1385
    @chrismartin1385 Жыл бұрын

    Just curious- you obviously love it here - have you considered making the stay permanent? Maybe better than England?

  • @ohh_heavy
    @ohh_heavy Жыл бұрын

    Can casuals also count their weekends? Because some sources says that only full-time employers are allowed to that?

  • @georgethedon1643
    @georgethedon1643 Жыл бұрын

    awesome video really well explained, I am from the UK and have been here since June however only work I have done is a ski season in Victoria. Looking to renew my visa however I have read that the trade deal between Australia and the UK isn't actually in motion, are you able to 100% confirm that there is no required work... Look forward to a response, enjoy your travels!

  • @LeeandLoz

    @LeeandLoz

    Жыл бұрын

    Hey George! Thanks for the comment, hope you’re having a good time in Aus! No sorry we can’t confirm that at this time, it’s not currently in place but will be at some point, unfortunately we don’t know exactly when but hoping it’ll be sometime this year! Hope that helps.

  • @williamwebster4835
    @williamwebster48358 ай бұрын

    Great video! I was just wondering if you got insurance for the manual labour/ regional work? or just normal travel insurance?

  • @LeeandLoz

    @LeeandLoz

    8 ай бұрын

    Thanks so much! We had neither haha, if you are from the UK you are eligible for Medicare

  • @RJS4287
    @RJS4287 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you. Good video. It will be interesting to see what impact the 3 year visa has - especially if it encourages UK people to apply for permanent residency. From around 2000 to 2020 (and CV19) the largest groups of longer term migrants as well as tourists and international students have not been from Europe but rather from East and South Asia. You might not have noticed this so much in the "bush" but it has made our capital cities far more multicultural which I think is great. Given their high status on our Skilled Occupation Lists for Migration and issues back in the UK loads of UK Doctors and Nurses are applying to migrate. The biggest issue for them seems home sickness, especially missing friends and family as we are 22 hours flight time minimum to get back. Would you stay longer? and is the distance from friends and family a "category killer" issue? Cheers

  • @LeeandLoz

    @LeeandLoz

    Жыл бұрын

    Hey R J S, thanks so much for your comment! It’s interesting to hear your thoughts and figures. We’d love the opportunity to stay here longer, of course there are negatives of missing family, friends, and some home comforts of England, but there are so many positives over here in Australia, which is what we remind ourselves often, we love it here!

  • @jenniferharrison8915

    @jenniferharrison8915

    Жыл бұрын

    Video calls mean the distance is not so bad, and a happier life for you should make everyone happier for you! Family visits can be much more fun than living nearby and no visits! 🤗

  • @rhysevans5502
    @rhysevans5502 Жыл бұрын

    When does this new changes come into place? Thanks

  • @JamesWilliams-hm7wq
    @JamesWilliams-hm7wq Жыл бұрын

    Hey Lee and Loz. I done my two years in Aus and I want to go back for my third year but I never done the work. At this current moment, if I apply for the third year. Do I need to show proof of work? I’m from the UK. Thanks.

  • @georgiagoalen2073
    @georgiagoalen2073 Жыл бұрын

    Does anyone know what you would do if you use all three working holiday visas what visa would you go to after this to work or could you obtain pr from this?

  • @nayarafarias6209
    @nayarafarias6209 Жыл бұрын

    Hii! Could you tell me what was the city that you worked with hospitality to complete the 88 days? I'm trying to find hotels/resorts etc, but the idea of a remote city with a bar/restaurant that I could work on would be very helpful because the resorts take a long time to answer the applications sometimes. Was it easy to find the job straight away when you got into this town?? Thank you in advancee

  • @LeeandLoz

    @LeeandLoz

    Жыл бұрын

    Hey there, we did ours in Port Douglas, at the time it was easy to find a job but hard to find accommodation! I think it is getting harder to get a job now as more people go. Best of luck!

  • @Kkyyosshhi
    @Kkyyosshhi Жыл бұрын

    Great Video! This very informative. I hope that you would be able to see this. I'm from the UK. I've just arrived here in Australia last May 17, 2023. I'm just wondering If I still need to do specified work to apply for my second year WHM visa?

  • @LeeandLoz

    @LeeandLoz

    Жыл бұрын

    Hey! Thanks so much 😁 because the new rules don’t come into effect until July 2024, you’ll either have to do your 88 days work or you’ll have to leave Australia when your visa expires in May and apply for your second year visa after July 😊

  • @Kkyyosshhi

    @Kkyyosshhi

    Жыл бұрын

    @@LeeandLoz Thank you so much! This is very helpful

  • @kevinghasemi6987
    @kevinghasemi6987 Жыл бұрын

    That deals still not in place. Still waiting for it to go through 🤞🏽🤞🏽

  • @LeeandLoz

    @LeeandLoz

    Жыл бұрын

    Hey Kevin, yes hopefully it comes into place this year!

  • @polinaraw
    @polinaraw Жыл бұрын

    Wonderful video! Would that be okay to do just the 88 days of farm/hospitality work and for the rest of the time work remotely as a digital nomad? Or does Australia require you to work every single month while you’re there in Aus specifically? Thank you!🙂

  • @LeeandLoz

    @LeeandLoz

    Жыл бұрын

    Hey Polina! That’s absolutely fine 😊 apart from the 88 days to be granted a second year there is no need to do any work while there if you don’t want to! Hope that helps!

  • @polinaraw

    @polinaraw

    Жыл бұрын

    @@LeeandLoz thank you so much! Now I might actually do it 😃 Super excited!!

  • @DavidSmith-tn9qq
    @DavidSmith-tn9qq Жыл бұрын

    Problem is in some locations locals have to compete for employment with holiday visa holders which can be difficult because where they want to holiday there is high unemployment and visa holders are more likely to accept wage theft payments

  • @sliceout9040
    @sliceout9040 Жыл бұрын

    Crazy how different finding a job is in the different seasons. Right now it is winter and the job market is absolutely terrible. There is no jobs at all right now anywhere. Me and many of my friends are really struggling. Don't go to Australia in low season people, you won't find anything!

  • @charitykera1375
    @charitykera13753 ай бұрын

    very much helpful.. Is it okay if I put the bank statement of my sponers for the 5000 dollors?

  • @Gandalf192
    @Gandalf1929 ай бұрын

    Whats up if I did volunteering work?

  • @friendlyenemy2314
    @friendlyenemy231410 ай бұрын

    Great video! do you know If you work more than 35 hours per week, e.g 50+ can you still only count that as 7 days not 8 or 9? thanks

  • @LeeandLoz

    @LeeandLoz

    10 ай бұрын

    Hey there! Thanks so much :) unfortunately that would still only count for 7 days!

  • @user-ry2ni1dt8o
    @user-ry2ni1dt8o7 ай бұрын

    What will happen after your 2 years visa expire can you apply for permanent residency or leave the county many thanks .

  • @Ricy013
    @Ricy01310 ай бұрын

    can't find my 88days papers :/ and I'm not british

  • @oliverparry69420
    @oliverparry69420 Жыл бұрын

    I did my 1st year whv in Sydney it was amazing. But covid hit 3 months into my visit so I couldn't complete the 88 days, however I did do voluntary work through worldpackers on an alpaca farm. Do you think I'll be able to apply for another aussie whv? 🤔 I'm 29 years old

  • @LeeandLoz

    @LeeandLoz

    Жыл бұрын

    Hey Oliver, we know a few people who have recently applied and been approved for a covid visa which granted them an extra year, so would recommend you look into that!

  • @ABYYYYY732
    @ABYYYYY732 Жыл бұрын

    I now live in Coffs harbour, I start all the work only 2,3,4, per week, 4, 5 hours. $50 60, 80, somebody tell you to be in $180, that's a day,. so what is? hour or $, I'm going to wait for your answer. thx

  • @ezzax9326
    @ezzax9326 Жыл бұрын

    This was by far the best explanation video for WHV backpackers! I’m on my first year and currently finishing off vineyard work for my 88 days. My first year runs out in feb 2024 so I plan to go home and see family then apply for my second year visa with my 88 days proof etc and come out again later 2024. I noticed the new rule applies from July 2024 just one q as I’m already on my first year and have to do my days right now, if I apply for my second year visa and fly back out after July 2024 i don’t have to do 6 months right even tho I’m on my first year already before that date?

  • @LeeandLoz

    @LeeandLoz

    Жыл бұрын

    Hey, thanks so much! Assuming you’re from the UK - yes that’s right! We’re in a similar situation to you, and as long as you apply for your third year after July 2024 you won’t need to do your 6 months

  • @ezzax9326

    @ezzax9326

    Жыл бұрын

    @@LeeandLoz ah sweet!! So yeah I’ll go back to Uk in feb 2024 after my first year then save up see friend n family and apply and arrive on my second year visa after July! Doing my 88 days currently, then when I get out for second year after July 2024 It will be breeezy with no 6 month work for when I apply for third year woo hoo

  • @LeeandLoz

    @LeeandLoz

    Жыл бұрын

    @@ezzax9326 if you’re doing your 88 days now then technically you don’t need to leave, or if you’re planning on going home anyways when your first year visa expires and coming back after July 2024 then you don’t need to do your 88 days 😊

  • @ezzax9326

    @ezzax9326

    Жыл бұрын

    @@LeeandLoz sweet yeah!! So it’s my choice to go back and see family and them come back for year 2 and 3 straight after but I’ll come after July 2024 :)) Thabkyou so much

  • @alannarigueira4767
    @alannarigueira47672 ай бұрын

    Would you be able to disclose where was the bar you worked at that was considered a remote area ?

  • @LeeandLoz

    @LeeandLoz

    Ай бұрын

    Hey, we worked around Port Douglas/Cairns, it is in Far North Queensland. You are able to work in hospitality anywhere above the 'Tropic of Capricorn' line, you can also check postcodes on the Australian Government website. Hope this helps :)

  • @xemma.louise4273
    @xemma.louise4273 Жыл бұрын

    So If I would like to do a year holiday visa and the 88 days in hospitality where can I do it? This is the most helpful video so far!

  • @LeeandLoz

    @LeeandLoz

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much! You can have a look at the government website and it’ll give you some postcodes of areas where it counts. There are other areas around Aus but we was generally looking on the East Coast above the “Tropic of Capricorn”, so Cairns/Port Douglas, Townsville, Airlie Beach etc are all good options 😊

  • @xemma.louise4273

    @xemma.louise4273

    Жыл бұрын

    @@LeeandLoz thank youuu, which would you say is the most lively area I can do it (sorry for all the questions) xx

  • @josephpotter9298
    @josephpotter9298 Жыл бұрын

    Do you no the date they are updating the visa

  • @finlaywelsh8167
    @finlaywelsh8167 Жыл бұрын

    Hey there good video! Was just wondering when does the update come into place I read somewhere December 2023, and wasn’t sure as I’m currently here on my first whv and was wondering if I waited would my second year allow me to do no farm work? If I went home to UK until it came into place. Thanks again

  • @LeeandLoz

    @LeeandLoz

    Жыл бұрын

    Hey Finlay! Thanks for the comment, nobody knows for 100% yet when it will come into place, the thing we read said early 2023 so I guess we will have to wait and see! Once it comes into effect it should grant people from the UK with a 3 year visa straight away. This should also apply to people already in AUS, we have done our 88 days to get our second year so once it comes into place we should get our third year for "free" without any farm work/regional work.

  • @finlaywelsh8167

    @finlaywelsh8167

    Жыл бұрын

    @@LeeandLoz thank you so much appreciate it. Hoping it comes into place before my second year visa so I can get two years for free. I’m heading to do my 88 days in next few weeks

  • @kashivishwanath6447
    @kashivishwanath644710 ай бұрын

    When will work and holiday visa slots available for Indians

  • @bitcoin835
    @bitcoin8359 ай бұрын

    Hi. I booked my flights to Aus as my friend out there told me it’s pretty much instant approval ,. I’ve applied for my first WHV and I’ve been asked for a medical examinations and because I don’t live on the mainland UK I’ve got to travel to Manchester and have one there, also I had my money in a savings account so I couldn’t show a bank statement, I’ve just took a screenshot of my account will this be okay?

  • @LeeandLoz

    @LeeandLoz

    9 ай бұрын

    Hey there! Unfortunately some people are asked for a medical, we were when we applied but we know tonnes of people from the UK who didnt get asked. Pretty sure the screenshots will be okay but I'm sure they will let you know if they need more proof. Good luck!

  • @dulcesanchez8205
    @dulcesanchez8205 Жыл бұрын

    Hey, great video! Quick question, I’m currently on my second visa, I’ve already done 3 months last year (August-November 2022). If I want a third visa, do I just have to do another 3 months again? Or do I have to work 6 months? Just a bit confused for the third visa. Like, I’m not sure if it’s 6 months total work for three years in Australia, or 9 months total. Appreciate your video! I’m American so not sure 😅

  • @LeeandLoz

    @LeeandLoz

    Жыл бұрын

    Hey! Thanks so much :) ah yeah it is super confusing haha, unfortunately for the third year visa you have to do an additional 6 months work. The 3 months you did in your first year don’t count towards your third year. Hope that helps!

  • @dulcesanchez8205

    @dulcesanchez8205

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much!

  • @user-vc7il1bl1y
    @user-vc7il1bl1y5 ай бұрын

    Hi thank you for the video! I’ll almost get my 88 days! In a short time I’m 31 years old (Belgium) Can i apply for a 2nd year working holiday visum? Maybe I’m to old? If they approve i will get 32 during my 2nd year Holiday. Hope someone can help me out of here :) Thanks a lot!

  • @xandriamartinez1020
    @xandriamartinez1020 Жыл бұрын

    I want to stay in Melbourne for the majority of my visit since my girlfriend is attending school there and already has an apartment set up for us. Are there any areas yall recommend that are within driving distance from Melbourne to complete my 88 days?

  • @LeeandLoz

    @LeeandLoz

    Жыл бұрын

    Hey Xandria! If you are wanting to do you're 88 days but live in Melbourne then I would probably say you are going to need to look into Fruit/Farm Work, as I don't believe there will be any 'remote postcodes' near Melbourne where you could do the other kinds of work we spoke about (Hospitality). Check out the website "Backpacker Job Board", they post a lot of jobs that qualify for 88 days. Hope you find something you enjoy!

  • @victoriacruz5662

    @victoriacruz5662

    Жыл бұрын

    @@LeeandLoz hi! I live near Sydney in the northern beaches. Would farm work that’s only an hour or 2 away still count? Or no cause it might not be considered regional?

  • @bobcatdangles91
    @bobcatdangles914 ай бұрын

    Hi guys, I just completed my 88 days of work. On the immi website it asks you to put down how many actual days you’ve worked. Do put down 94 days (this number is including rest days) ? Thank you :)

  • @LeeandLoz

    @LeeandLoz

    3 ай бұрын

    Hey, if you worked full time then you can include the rest days :) hope this helps!

  • @harrybh4924
    @harrybh49249 ай бұрын

    My payslips say “casual” on but I’m doing 40 plus hours a week and get a payslip once a week. Will they count each payslip as 7 days?

  • @LeeandLoz

    @LeeandLoz

    9 ай бұрын

    Hey Harry, yes they will still count this as 7 days. Doesn’t matter if you’re full time or casual as long as you work the hours :)

  • @michaelamail4407
    @michaelamail4407 Жыл бұрын

    Omg you mentioned it but I just wanted to clarify, I’m applying for my first year, so the 1 year visa time starts when I enter Australia? And not when the visa is granted? Is that correct? Thank you for your time and advice!

  • @LeeandLoz

    @LeeandLoz

    Жыл бұрын

    Hi Michaela! Yes that’s right ☺️ so if your visa is granted in April 2023, you have a year to enter, say for example you do not enter Australia until June 2023, then your one year visa would be June 2023 - June 2024

  • @michaelamail4407

    @michaelamail4407

    Жыл бұрын

    @@LeeandLoz hey! I did have a google but like many topics you mentioned, the answer was not clear 😅 thank you so much for replying, I appreciate it!

  • @Itsbretthowell
    @Itsbretthowell9 ай бұрын

    hi there , probably an odd question , i have a DE passport but i am south african do i need to be a citizen of germany or can i apply just on the DE passport for the visa

  • @LeeandLoz

    @LeeandLoz

    9 ай бұрын

    Hey Brett, I’m not 100% sure with this one sorry. It says here immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/work-holiday-417/first-working-holiday-417#Eligibility that you need to be a citizen of Germany as you’ll need to put an address down etc and if you need a get a medical that will most likely have to be in Germany. But could be worth a try anyway!

  • @nicholas4699
    @nicholas46994 ай бұрын

    and what happend after 3 years? does it means we cant work again and be there or do we need to apply diffrent visa?

  • @LeeandLoz

    @LeeandLoz

    4 ай бұрын

    If you are wanting to stay in Australia after your 3 years, then you would need to look into a different visa, such as a student or a skilled visa. If you want to stay in Australia long term id advise you use those 3 years to find a company that you like working for who would sponsor you to stay :)

  • @MrRuffHD
    @MrRuffHD4 ай бұрын

    Hi, I plan on moving to Australia in May on a uk passport, will I have to do the 88 days for the second year visa or will I be eligible, as it will be after the 1st of July when it runs out? Thanks

  • @LeeandLoz

    @LeeandLoz

    4 ай бұрын

    Hey, so glad to hear your making the trip to Aus! No you won’t need to do the 88 days anymore, as long as you apply for your 2nd year after July 2024 :)

  • @MrRuffHD

    @MrRuffHD

    4 ай бұрын

    @@LeeandLoz Thanks, appreciate the response ☺️

  • @XOMeganLouise
    @XOMeganLouise Жыл бұрын

    I plan on moving to Aus in October/November, would I still need to do my 88 days as my Visa would run out after July 2024? Or if I don’t do it can I still apply for the second year in July?

  • @LeeandLoz

    @LeeandLoz

    Жыл бұрын

    You won’t need to do your 88 days! 😄

  • @polanashaat5186
    @polanashaat5186 Жыл бұрын

    Is it a must to have experience in the job in which I will apply?

  • @LeeandLoz

    @LeeandLoz

    Жыл бұрын

    Hey there, that completely depends on what the employer is looking for, you don’t always need experience!

  • @boddapatidasu1121
    @boddapatidasu11213 ай бұрын

    Hi.sir I.wont hard work please help me sir...and farmer. Work please 🙏

  • @jona5215
    @jona5215 Жыл бұрын

    I'm assuming this doesn't stretch to NZ?

  • @LeeandLoz

    @LeeandLoz

    Жыл бұрын

    Hey Jon, no sorry this doesn’t apply to NZ. I think they have a different system over there! 😊

  • @petermcculloch4933

    @petermcculloch4933

    Жыл бұрын

    New Zealand is an independent nation.

  • @jona5215

    @jona5215

    Жыл бұрын

    @Peter McCulloch yeah obviously, there was talk of a CANZUK agreement changing the visa rules, so it's not too much of a daft question

  • @fafunwaayomide5607
    @fafunwaayomide5607 Жыл бұрын

    How can you please help me get this visa?😭😭😭🙏🙏🙏 I have the financial capability. Please help me am from Africa

  • @PsychedAlbe
    @PsychedAlbe Жыл бұрын

    good video but too many pommies in Oz

  • @VivianDyer

    @VivianDyer

    Жыл бұрын

    You ozzies are pommies

  • @ggvffggyfdfgujjhhggxxxxghyhhg
    @ggvffggyfdfgujjhhggxxxxghyhhg2 ай бұрын

    U need volume up your music, I hear some voices on the background