Training Visa (Subclass 407)
Gain valuable workplace skills and professional development through structured training in Australia
The Subclass 407 Training Visa allows you to participate in workplace-based training or professional development in Australia for up to 2 years. While not a direct pathway to permanent residency, it’s an excellent opportunity to gain Australian experience and enhance your career prospects.
Why Choose the Subclass 407 Training Visa?
Structured Training
Participate in workplace-based occupational training and professional development
Up to 2 Years
Stay in Australia for the duration of your training program (maximum 2 years)
Multiple Entry
Travel in and out of Australia freely during your visa validity
Include Family
Bring your spouse/partner and dependent children with you
Australian Experience
Gain valuable Australian work practices and industry exposure
Career Advancement
Enhance skills and meet professional registration requirements
Three Streams of Training
Choose the training category that matches your needs
1 Registration Training
For mandatory workplace training required for professional registration or licensing
- ✓ Obtain professional license or registration
- ✓ Meet registration body requirements
- ✓ Mandatory training component
- ✓ Examples: Health professionals, tradespeople
2 Skills Enhancement
For improving skills in an eligible occupation through structured on-the-job training
- ✓ Occupation on skilled occupation lists
- ✓ Requires 12 months work experience
- ✓ Tailored training program
- ✓ Deepen professional expertise
3 Capacity Building
For training that benefits your home country or international capacity building
- ✓ Overseas qualification completion
- ✓ Government-supported programs
- ✓ Professional development programs
- ✓ International skills transfer
Eligibility Requirements
Key requirements you must meet to qualify for the Training Visa
Valid nomination by an approved Australian sponsor organization
Work experience or qualifications relevant to the training program
Must be at least 18 years of age (exceptional circumstances for under 18)
IELTS 4.5 in each band or equivalent English proficiency
Adequate health insurance for duration of stay in Australia
Sufficient funds to support yourself and any dependents
Intent to stay temporarily for training and depart after visa
Meet health examination and police clearance requirements
Sponsorship & Nomination Requirements
What Australian organizations need to sponsor a trainee
🏢 Approved Sponsor
- Lawful, active Australian organization
- Approved Temporary Activities Sponsor
- Company, government, or educational institution
- Sponsorship valid for 5 years
- Financial soundness demonstrated
📋 Training Program Details
- Detailed training plan required
- Clear training objectives and outcomes
- Structured learning activities
- Proper supervision arrangements
- Not just routine productive work
✅ Compliance Obligations
- Meet workplace regulations
- Ensure genuine skill development
- Cannot displace Australian workers
- Market rate remuneration (if paid)
- Resources to support trainee
Required Documents Checklist
Comprehensive documentation needed for a successful 407 visa application
🆔 Identity & Personal
- Valid passport (biographical pages)
- Birth certificate
- National ID card (if applicable)
- Recent passport photos
- Change of name documents
🎓 Qualifications & Experience
- Academic transcripts and certificates
- Professional qualifications
- Employment references
- Resume/CV with detailed work history
- Professional memberships
- Trade licenses (if applicable)
🗣️ English Proficiency
- IELTS test results (4.5 each band)
- TOEFL, PTE, or equivalent scores
- English-speaking passport (if exempt)
- Evidence of English study
- Test must be under 3 years old
📋 Training Documentation
- Detailed training plan
- Training objectives and content
- Supervision arrangements
- Evidence of training need
- Sponsor nomination documents
💰 Financial Evidence
- Bank statements (3-6 months)
- Evidence of funds for living costs
- Sponsorship letters (if supported)
- Proof of income or savings
- Financial capacity declarations
🏥 Health Insurance
- Overseas Visitor Health Cover (OVHC)
- Insurance policy documents
- Coverage for entire visa period
- Family member coverage (if applicable)
🏥 Health Requirements
- Medical examination (Form 26/160)
- Chest x-ray (if required)
- HIV test (if required)
- Health declarations
- Medical history information
📋 Character Requirements
- Police clearances (all countries 12+ months)
- Australian Federal Police check (if in Australia)
- Military records (if applicable)
- Court documents (if applicable)
- Character statutory declarations
👨👩👧 Family Member Documents
- Partner’s identity documents
- Marriage certificate/relationship evidence
- Children’s birth certificates
- Dependency evidence
- Family health & character documents
Application Process
Step-by-step journey from sponsorship to visa grant
Sponsorship Approval
Australian organization applies to become Approved Temporary Activities Sponsor (if not already approved). Valid for 5 years once granted.
Training Plan Development
Prepare detailed training plan outlining objectives, content, supervision, and how it meets one of the three training streams.
Nomination Application
Sponsor submits nomination identifying the trainee, training details, duration, and demonstrates compliance with workplace obligations.
Nomination Approval
Department of Home Affairs assesses and approves the nomination. Visa application can only proceed after nomination approval.
Visa Application Lodgement
Applicant lodges Subclass 407 visa application online via ImmiAccount with all supporting documents and visa application charge.
Health & Character Checks
Complete medical examinations and provide police clearances from all countries lived in for 12+ months.
Case Assessment
Department assesses application and may request additional information. We respond promptly to any case officer requests.
Visa Decision
Visa grant notification received. Can commence training in Australia and enjoy up to 2 years of valuable professional development.
Why Choose VisaTasker for Your Training Visa?
Expert migration services for trainees and sponsoring organizations
MARA Registered
Registered migration agents (MARN 2318017) with immigration law expertise
Full Service Support
Assist both sponsors and trainees through entire process
Training Plan Expertise
Develop comprehensive training plans that meet Home Affairs criteria
Compliance Focused
Ensure all sponsorship and nomination obligations are met
Efficient Processing
Decision-ready applications with complete documentation
Personalized Approach
Tailored advice for your specific training needs and circumstances
Transparent Pricing
Clear, competitive pricing for professional migration services
Nomination Stage
Paid by sponsoring organization
- Sponsorship approval assistance
- Comprehensive training plan development
- Nomination application preparation
- Documentation review and guidance
- Home Affairs communication
- Compliance advice
Visa Application Stage
Paid by visa applicant
- Comprehensive eligibility assessment
- Document checklist & guidance
- Complete visa application preparation
- English test guidance
- Health & character requirements
- Application lodgement
- Case management until decision
- Ongoing support and updates
Government charges
Paid to the Department of Home Affairs
- Sponsorship, nomination and visa charges can change
- Family-member and subsequent temporary application charges may apply
- Confirm every amount using the Home Affairs pricing estimator
Visa Conditions & Limitations
Important conditions you must follow during your stay
⏰ Duration & Work
- Valid for up to 2 years maximum
- Duration matches training program length
- Work only in approved training role
- Cannot work in other positions
- Training-focused, not employment
👨👩👧👦 Family Members
- Spouse/partner can work 40 hours per fortnight
- Children can attend school
- All must maintain health insurance
- All must meet health & character requirements
- Family conditions apply (8104)
📋 Ongoing Obligations
- Maintain adequate health insurance
- Notify address changes within 14 days
- Follow all visa conditions
- Cannot study (unless incidental to training)
- Must depart when visa expires
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How long does the Training visa (subclass 407) take to process?
Processing times change with the application, evidence and Home Affairs workload. Check the Home Affairs processing-time guide. It is a guide only and no timeframe or outcome is guaranteed.
2. Can the Training Visa lead to permanent residency?
The Subclass 407 Training Visa is not a direct pathway to permanent residency. However, it can serve as a strategic stepping stone.
How the 407 visa can help your PR prospects:
- Gain valuable Australian work experience
- Build professional networks with Australian employers
- Meet registration requirements for skilled occupations
- Enhance skills that make you more competitive for employer sponsorship
- Potential transition to Subclass 482 (TSS) or 186 (ENS) visa
3. What is the difference between the three training streams?
Stream 1 – Registration Training: For mandatory workplace training needed to obtain professional registration, license, or membership (e.g., overseas doctors, nurses, engineers needing Australian registration).
Stream 2 – Skills Enhancement: For improving skills in an eligible occupation listed on skilled occupation lists. Requires 12 months work experience in the occupation within last 24 months.
Stream 3 – Capacity Building: For training that benefits your home country or international development, including:
- Training to complete overseas qualifications (up to 6 months)
- Government-supported training programs
- Professional development for overseas managers/professionals
4. Can I work in Australia while on a Training Visa?
Your work rights are strictly limited under the Training Visa.
Work restrictions:
- You can only work in the specific training role approved in your nomination
- Cannot take on other employment or side jobs
- The work must be part of your structured training program
- Purpose is training and skill development, not employment
- Any productive work must be at market rate remuneration
Family member work rights:
- Adult dependents (spouse/partner) can work up to 40 hours per fortnight
- Work limitation condition 8104 applies to dependents
5. How do I find an Australian sponsor for the Training Visa?
Finding a sponsor can be challenging but is essential for the 407 visa application.
Tips for finding a sponsor:
- Contact Australian companies in your industry directly
- Leverage professional networks and industry associations
- Approach organizations you’ve worked with or have connections to
- Highlight how the training benefits both you and the organization
- Consider organizations that have sponsored trainees before
- Focus on companies with international operations or partnerships
6. What is required in the Training Plan?
A detailed Training Plan is a critical component of the nomination application.
The Training Plan must include:
- Clear training objectives and learning outcomes
- Detailed description of training activities and modules
- Supervision and mentoring arrangements
- Duration and schedule of training
- How the training relates to your background and career
- How it meets one of the three training stream criteria
- Evidence that training is structured, not just routine work
- Assessment methods and milestones
Benefits & Next Steps After Your Training
🎯 Career Advancement
- Enhanced professional skills and expertise
- Valuable Australian work experience on resume
- Meet registration or licensing requirements
- Improved employability globally
- Industry-specific Australian knowledge
🤝 Professional Networks
- Build relationships with Australian professionals
- Industry connections for future opportunities
- Potential employer sponsorship prospects
- References from Australian organizations
- International professional community
🚀 Future Pathways
- Apply for Subclass 482 work visa
- Potential employer sponsorship for 186 PR
- Enhanced skilled migration prospects
- Apply experience to home country career
- Further study or research opportunities
Ready to Start Your Training Journey in Australia?
Whether you’re a trainee seeking professional development or an Australian organization wanting to sponsor skilled workers, our experienced migration agents are here to guide you through the Subclass 407 visa process.
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Reviewed by VisaTasker Migration Services
MARA Registered Migration Agent · MARN 2318017
This page is written and reviewed by VisaTasker Migration Services, a MARA-registered migration agency based in Australia. As registered agents, we are bound by the Migration Agents Code of Conduct and required to provide accurate, up-to-date advice based on Australian migration legislation. Information is reviewed against the latest Department of Home Affairs policy.