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Training Visa

Take part in workplace-based occupational training in Australia to enhance your skills and career development in your current job or field of expertise.

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Subclass 407
Overview

Subclass 407 Training Visa

Cost: From AUD 430.00

Full-Time Work Rights

Allows the visa holder to gain training and work experience in their nominated field for a period of up to two years.

Ideal for Skill Development

Specifically designed for those looking to improve their skills in an Australian workplace through structured training.

PR Pathway via Skilled Migration

Can lead to permanent residency opportunities if the visa holder gains the necessary skills and work experience.

Eligible Family Members

The visa includes the ability to bring eligible family members who can join you and work or study in Australia.

Bridging Opportunities

This visa may act as a pathway for further education or migration options.

Eligibility

Subclass 407 Training Visa

Criteria
Description
Citizenship

Open to applicants of all nationalities.

Age

Applicants should be 18 years or older.

Location at Lodgement

Application may be lodged in or outside Australia, but not during immigration clearance.

Study Requirements

No mandatory study requirement.

Qualification Type

If a labour agreement applies, your nomination must meet the terms and conditions of that labour agreement..

Labour Agreement (if applicable)

If a labour agreement applies, your nomination must meet the terms and conditions of that labour agreement.

Visa Criteria

If applying in Australia, the applicant must either hold a substantive visa, or (if they do not hold one) have last held a substantive visa within the previous 28 days.

Health Insurance

Applicants must maintain Overseas Visitor Health Cover (OVHC) for the duration of stay.

AFP (Australian Federal Police Check)

You may be requested to provide Australian Federal Police (AFP) or overseas police certificates as part of character assessment.

Police Certificates

You may be requested to provide Australian Federal Police (AFP) or overseas police certificates as part of character assessment.

English Test

English Test

Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE)

Must meet GTE requirements as part of the visa application.

Employment

The required recent employment (or study) experience depends on the occupational training type you are nominated for.

Recent Employment / Study

The required recent employment (or study) experience depends on the occupational training type you are nominated for.

Eligible

To be eligible, you must be undertaking an approved type of occupational training under the Training visa (subclass 407), which is a temporary visa and may be granted for a stay of up to 2 years.

Nomination

Visa applications should be lodged within 12 months of approval of the nomination.

Location at Time of Grant

In or outside Australia when the visa is granted, but not in immigration clearance.

Licence

If mandatory, applicants must hold a licence, registration, or be a member of a relevant professional body.

Additional Notes

Must provide evidence such as training plans, CV, and support letters as per the sub-stream requirements.

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Knowbal Migration once again delivered excellent results — assisting with a 482 visa previously and now a successful JRP positive skill assessment. The expertise of Nilesh, Mani Raj, Rishav, and Trushen truly stands out. Finding such dedicated and knowledgeable professionals is rare. Wholeheartedly recommended.

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Chef

Rishavbhai and the Knowbal Group provided exemplary support throughout the 186 PR visa process. Professional, knowledgeable, and patient, Rishav explained every step clearly, ensured accurate documentation, and made the entire experience smooth and stress-free. Highly recommended for dependable and honest migration assistance.

Parth Patel
Mechanical Engineer

Highly recommend Knowbal Migration for visa services. Nileshbhai and Niravbhai provided excellent guidance and support for my 482 visa. The team was responsive, patient, and helped me through every step successfully.

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Kunalbhai and Niravbhai at Knowbal Migration provided exceptional support throughout the 482 visa process. They communicated clearly, handled everything professionally, and were consistently available to help with any concerns. Their guidance made what could have been a stressful experience genuinely smooth and manageable. Highly recommended.

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Field Technician

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Chef
How to apply

The Knowbal Visa Application Process

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Subclass 407 Training visa for?

It’s a temporary visa that allows you to come to Australia to participate in workplace-based occupational training to improve your skills for your job, area of tertiary study, or field of expertise, or to take part in a professional development training program.

Do I need a sponsor and nomination to apply?

Yes. You must be sponsored, and you usually must be nominated. If your sponsor is a Commonwealth Government agency, you may need to be invited instead of nominated.

What kinds of training are covered under this visa?

This visa covers different types of occupational training, and the requirements can vary depending on the training purpose. The training must be structured and workplace-based, with a clear training plan and outcomes.

If the training is to improve skills in an occupation, does the occupation have to be on a specific list?

Yes. For skills-improvement training, the training must relate to an occupation on the eligible skilled occupations list and the training must be clearly linked to your background and training needs.

What does Home Affairs mean by “recent and suitable prior experience”?

For occupational training to improve skills in an eligible occupation, you must have recent and suitable prior experience (including employment or study) that is the equivalent of at least 12 months full-time experience in the occupation and has occurred in the 24 months immediately before the nomination is lodged

What is “occupational training for capacity building overseas”?

This refers to structured workplace-based training that helps build skills and capacity for use outside Australia. It can include situations such as a person enrolled in a foreign educational institution who needs practical training, research, observation, or professional exposure to complete their qualifications.

Does the sponsor need to be an approved sponsor?

High-intent students usually don’t fail on eligibility — they fail on timing and sequence. The most practical planning steps are:

  • Build a timeline around your actual completion/graduation pathway (including realistic delay risks).
  • Map when you can/do need to do PY/NAATI, skills assessment preparation, and employment strategy, so you don’t finish study with no runway.
  • Avoid “course hopping” that creates a messy narrative unless there’s a clear, documented reason and a coherent career direction.
    If you want, we can structure a PR-aligned plan based on your course, occupation target, and timeframe — and highlight the common timing traps that lead to rushed applications.

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