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Subclass 407 Training Visa

Temporary visa enabling Australian organisations to sponsor occupational training programs for up to 2 years.

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The Subclass 407 Training Visa enables Australian organisations to sponsor individuals to undertake structured occupational training programs in Australia. The visa supports training necessary for registration, licensing, or skill enhancement, as well as capacity-building initiatives for overseas employees.

Applicants must be nominated by an approved Temporary Activities Sponsor and demonstrate genuine intent to participate in workplace-based training. The visa permits stays of up to two years and requires a comprehensive training plan outlining objectives, assessment criteria and expected learning outcomes.

Training must be supervised by appropriately qualified supervisors, with at least 70 percent conducted in the workplace at a minimum of 30 hours per week.

Visa Streams

Training for Registration

Training required for obtaining registration, membership or licensing in your occupation

Training to Enhance Skills

Structured workplace training in nominated occupations requiring 12+ months experience

Training for Capacity Building

Professional development including overseas qualifications, government-supported, or managerial training

Eligibility Requirements

Applicant Eligibility

Minimum 18 years of age
Appropriate skills, experience and/or qualifications for the training
Functional English (passport from UK/US/CA/NZ/IE exempt, otherwise IELTS 4.5+ or equivalent)
Genuine intent to undertake temporary occupational training in Australia
Sufficient financial capacity for your stay
Adequate health insurance + meet health and character requirements

Training Program Requirements

Minimum 30 hours per week training commitment
At least 70 percent conducted in the workplace
Provided by sponsor or associated entity (unless exemption applies)
Comprehensive training plan with objectives, tasks and timeframes
Clear differentiation between practical work and instruction phases
Defined assessment criteria and learning outcomes
Supervision by appropriately qualified supervisors

Sponsor Requirements

Lawfully operating Australian organisation or government agency
Cannot be an individual, sole trader or sole proprietor
No adverse information held by Department of Home Affairs
Demonstrated capacity to comply with sponsor obligations
Sufficient financial capacity to support visa applicants
Sponsorship approval valid for 5 years

Application Process

Step 1: Become an Approved Temporary Activities Sponsor

The Australian organisation applies for sponsorship approval. Must demonstrate compliance capacity, financial stability and absence of adverse information.

Step 2: Develop a Comprehensive Training Plan

Prepare a detailed plan outlining objectives, practical work periods, instruction phases, assessment criteria and expected skill enhancements.

Step 3: Lodge the Nomination

Submit the nomination application with trainee details, training plan, and evidence of qualifications and English proficiency.

Step 4: Applicant Visa Application

Once nomination is approved, the applicant lodges the visa application with supporting documentation including health insurance and character evidence.

Costs & Processing Time

Processing Time

Sponsorship approval is valid for 5 years. Visa validity is up to 2 years from grant date. Application fees vary — contact us for current figures.

Three Training Streams

The 407 covers three distinct nomination types: training required for registration, training to enhance existing skills, and capacity-building training (including for overseas qualifications, government-supported or professional development).

Training Plan is Critical

A comprehensive training plan with clear learning outcomes, separating practical work from instruction phases, significantly strengthens both nomination and visa applications.

No Direct PR Pathway

The 407 is a temporary training visa with no direct pathway to permanent residence. Participants may transition to other visa categories (e.g. 482 SID, 186 ENS) after training completion if eligible.

About the Subclass 407 Training Visa

Temporary visa enabling Australian organisations to sponsor occupational training programs for up to 2 years.

Three distinct training streams available

Sponsorship approval valid for 5 years

Applicants need functional English

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Frequently Asked Questions

What organisations qualify as Australian sponsors?

Eligible entities include partnerships, companies, joint ventures, not-for-profits, unincorporated and incorporated associations, and cooperatives. Individuals, sole traders and sole proprietors cannot sponsor.

What is considered adverse information?

Adverse information includes contraventions of Commonwealth/State/Territory law, regulatory action, insolvency, or provision of false, misleading or bogus documents to migration authorities.

Can training be provided by entities other than the sponsor?

Yes — training may be provided by an associated entity of the sponsor, or by an external provider where exemption applies (such as Commonwealth agency support).

How long is the 407 visa valid?

Up to 2 years from grant date, depending on the duration of the structured training program.

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