Australia Temporary Training Visa (Subclass 407)
Australia's Training Visa (Subclass 407) is a temporary visa designed for individuals to undertake workplace-based occupational or professional development training. This visa enables participation in structured training aligned with your current job, field of study, or area of expertise.
1. Purpose & Overview
The Subclass 407 visa allows you to take part in structured, workplace-based training programs in Australia to enhance your skills in your chosen occupation, area of tertiary study, or field of professional expertise
2. Types of Occupational Training Covered
Your training must fall into one of these three categories Immigration and citizenship Website:
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Occupational training to improve your skills in your job, study, or field of expertise.
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Training to satisfy registration/licensing requirements in your profession.
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Capacity-building training, often sponsored by overseas governments or institutions with collaboration from Australian entities.
4. Visa Duration & Stay Conditions
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The Subclass 407 visa allows a stay in Australia for up to 2 years, depending on the duration of your approved training program Department of Home Affairs WebsiteMates International.
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Visa conditions for primary applicants typically include Conditions 8102, 8303, 8501, 8516, with possible additional conditions like 8106 and 8107 Department of Home Affairs Website.
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Secondary applicants (e.g., family members) may face Condition 8104 among others, such as 8303 and 8501
5. Genuine Temporary Entrant Requirement
Applicants must satisfy the Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) requirement. Decision-makers assess:
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Past visa compliance and departure history.
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Whether the primary intent is training, not work or indefinite stay.
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Any ties or compelling reasons to return to one’s home country.
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Reasons why the training is not available locally
6. Sponsor Obligations & Rights
Sponsors must be approved by the Department of Home Affairs and comply with ongoing obligations, including:
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Keeping contact details current.
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Notifying the Department if the training doesn’t commence or deviates from the approved plan
7. Key Benefits
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Permits structured occupational training not offered through standard employment visas.
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Ideal for those needing registration or licensing-specific training, professional development, or capacity-building programs Immigration and citizenship WebsiteMates International.
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Family members can accompany under applicable conditions (secondary applicants)
8. Important Limitations
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Not a pathway to permanent residency; it’s strictly temporary and training-focused
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You must adhere to visa conditions—exceeding training boundaries or working outside specified parameters may lead to visa cancellation
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: Does the 407 visa lead to permanent residency?
A1: No. The Subclass 407 visa is designed solely for temporary training and doesn’t provide a path to permanent residency
Q2: Who can sponsor a Subclass 407 visa applicant?
A2: Only an approved Temporary Activities Sponsor—such as an accredited Australian business, institution, or government agency-can nominate and sponsor an applicant
Q3: What documentation must the sponsor submit?
A3: A structured training plan must be lodged, detailing the program format, objectives, and supervision arrangements; sponsoring entities must also maintain compliance and notify Home Affairs of changes
Q4: How long is the Subclass 407 visa valid?
A4: It’s granted for up to 2 years, based on the approved training’s length
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