Subclass 407 Training Visa Australia: Requirements, Training Types & Application Guide

The Training visa (subclass 407) is an Australian temporary visa for eligible people who want to undertake structured workplace-based occupational training or other approved professional development activities in Australia.

The visa can be used by eligible applicants seeking to develop occupational skills, undertake training required for professional registration or licensing, or participate in structured training that improves their skills and knowledge.

The Subclass 407 is intended for structured training rather than ordinary employment. The proposed programme must meet the requirements of the applicable training type, and the applicant must satisfy the relevant visa, sponsorship and nomination requirements.

Key Features of the Subclass 407 Visa

The Training visa can provide eligible applicants with an opportunity to undertake structured occupational training in Australia.

Key features include:

• Temporary stay in Australia for an approved training programme

• Structured workplace-based occupational training

• Training for professional registration or licensing in certain circumstances

• Training to improve occupational skills and knowledge

• Sponsorship by an approved Temporary Activities Sponsor where required

• Nomination of the proposed training programme where required

• Potential inclusion of eligible family members

• Visa conditions controlling the activities the visa holder can undertake

The exact requirements depend on the type of training and the applicant's circumstances.

Three Types of Occupational Training

Home Affairs currently identifies three types of occupational training covered by the Subclass 407 visa. The nomination requirements differ depending on the type of training.

1. Training Required for Registration

This pathway can apply where an applicant needs to undertake occupational training in Australia to obtain, maintain or improve skills required for professional registration, membership, licensing or similar professional requirements.

The proposed training must be relevant to the applicant's occupation and meet the applicable requirements.

Examples may include structured practical training required before a person can obtain professional registration in Australia.

2. Training to Improve Skills in an Eligible Occupation

This pathway is designed for applicants who need structured occupational training to improve their skills in an eligible occupation.

The training should provide genuine occupational development rather than simply placing the applicant into an ordinary Australian job.

Depending on the training type, applicants may need to demonstrate relevant recent experience and other eligibility requirements.

3. Overseas Qualification or Study-Related Training

The Subclass 407 framework can also cover certain applicants who need practical training, research or observation in Australia as part of an overseas qualification or study programme.

The proposed activity must satisfy the specific requirements for this type of occupational training.

Applicants should provide evidence from the relevant educational institution and clearly explain how the Australian training relates to their course or qualification.

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must satisfy the general requirements of the Training visa as well as the requirements associated with their proposed training programme.

Depending on the circumstances, this can include:

• Being at least 18 years old, subject to applicable exceptions

• Having the required occupational skills or experience

• Meeting the requirements for the proposed training type

• Having an approved sponsor where required

• Having an approved nomination where required

• Meeting English-language requirements where applicable

• Meeting health requirements

• Meeting character requirements

• Having adequate financial arrangements

• Demonstrating a genuine intention to undertake the proposed training

• Complying with Australian visa conditions

Minimum Age Requirement

Applicants are generally required to be 18 years of age or older.

There can be specific arrangements for applicants under 18, including additional welfare requirements.

Applicants under 18 should have their circumstances assessed carefully before lodging an application.

Sponsorship Requirement

The Subclass 407 visa operates through the temporary activities sponsorship framework.

An eligible organisation can become an approved Temporary Activities Sponsor and may nominate and sponsor applicants for the Training visa where the relevant requirements are satisfied.

The sponsor must meet the applicable requirements and comply with sponsorship obligations.

A sponsor can generally be an Australian organisation that is eligible under the relevant sponsorship framework.

Nomination Requirement

In addition to sponsorship, a Subclass 407 application generally involves nomination of the proposed training.

The nomination requirements vary according to the type of occupational training being undertaken.

The nomination should clearly establish:

• The type of training

• The training objectives

• The training programme

• The location of the training

• The duration

• The applicant's role

• The supervisor or training arrangements

• How the programme meets the applicable Subclass 407 requirements

Home Affairs specifically confirms that nomination requirements differ according to the purpose or type of occupational training.

Occupational Training Requirements

The training programme should be genuine, structured and relevant to the applicant.

It should not simply be a standard employment arrangement disguised as training.

Depending on the training type, the programme may involve:

• Workplace instruction

• Supervised practical training

• Observation

• Professional development

• Technical instruction

• Classroom learning

• Research or practical experience

• Assessment and skills development

The programme should have clearly defined objectives and an appropriate training structure.

Relevant Work Experience

Some types of Subclass 407 occupational training require applicants to demonstrate relevant prior experience.

For example, training designed to improve skills in an eligible occupation can have specific experience requirements.

The exact experience requirement depends on the occupational training type and the circumstances of the applicant.

Therefore, the old blanket statement that every Subclass 407 applicant must have 12 months of full-time work experience in the previous 24 months should not be presented as a universal rule.

Eligible Occupations

The Subclass 407 visa has an applicable occupational framework and occupation requirements.

Home Affairs provides a skilled occupation list that includes occupations relevant to the Training visa.

The occupation should be assessed against the applicable list and the proposed training programme.

The applicant's actual duties, skills and training objectives should also align with the nominated occupation.

Training Must Be Genuine

The Subclass 407 visa is designed for structured training.

An applicant should not use the visa simply to obtain ordinary employment in Australia.

A genuine training programme should explain:

• What skills will be developed

• Why the training is required

• How the training will be delivered

• Who will supervise the applicant

• What practical activities will be undertaken

• How the training relates to the applicant's occupation or qualification

• The expected outcome of the training

English Language Requirements

English-language requirements can apply to Subclass 407 applicants, subject to the applicable rules and exemptions.

The required level and acceptable evidence should be checked against the current visa requirements rather than relying on an outdated IELTS-only formula.

Australian visa English-testing arrangements were updated from 7 August 2025, including changes to approved tests and evidence requirements.

Health Requirements

Applicants may need to satisfy Australia's health requirements.

Depending on individual circumstances, Home Affairs may request:

• Medical examinations

• Chest X-rays

• Other health examinations

• Additional medical information

The requirements can depend on the applicant's circumstances, intended activities and period of stay.

Character Requirements

Applicants must satisfy Australia's character requirements.

Police certificates may be required depending on the applicant's age, residence history and circumstances.

Applicants should provide accurate information about their residential and travel history.

Financial Requirements

Applicants should have adequate financial arrangements to support themselves during their stay in Australia.

Evidence may include:

• Bank statements

• Employment income

• Sponsorship or financial support arrangements

• Accommodation arrangements

• Other evidence demonstrating access to sufficient funds

The precise evidence required depends on the applicant's circumstances.

Health Insurance

Applicants should carefully consider Australia's healthcare costs and the requirement to maintain appropriate health insurance where applicable.

Visa conditions and individual circumstances should be checked before travelling to Australia.

Duration of the Subclass 407 Visa

The Subclass 407 visa is a temporary visa.

The length of stay depends on the approved training programme and the visa granted.

A common maximum period associated with the current Training visa framework is up to two years, but applicants should not assume that every applicant receives the maximum period.

The visa grant notification will specify the period of stay and applicable conditions.

Work Restrictions

The Subclass 407 visa is intended for participation in the approved training programme.

It should not be treated as an unrestricted work visa.

The applicant must comply with the conditions attached to the visa and undertake the approved training activities.

If the proposed employment or activities change significantly, the visa holder should check whether another visa or approval is required.

Family Members

Eligible members of the applicant's family unit may be able to accompany the primary applicant, subject to the applicable visa requirements.

Family members must satisfy their own visa requirements and may be subject to separate visa conditions.

The work rights of family members should not be assumed. Their visa conditions should be checked after grant.

Subclass 407 Visa Costs

Visa and related charges can change, so publishing old fixed amounts such as AUD 535 for the primary applicant is not recommended as a permanent website figure.

Home Affairs states that visa costs change from time to time and recommends checking the current Visa Pricing Table or Visa Pricing Estimator when preparing an application.

There may also be:

• Sponsorship fees

• Nomination fees

• Additional applicant charges

• Subsequent temporary application charges where applicable

• Health examination costs

• Police certificate costs

• Translation costs

• Professional migration advice fees

The Department's pricing estimator also takes into account factors such as passport country, application location, applicant age and previous visa history.

Subsequent Temporary Application Charge

Applicants who have previously applied for certain temporary visas while in Australia may need to consider whether a Subsequent Temporary Application Charge applies.

Home Affairs specifically lists Subclass 407 among the temporary visas for which this charge can be relevant depending on the applicant's previous visa history.

This is another reason why a single fixed “total cost” should not be published without considering the applicant's circumstances.

Processing Time

There is no single guaranteed processing time for every Subclass 407 application.

Processing can be affected by:

• Application completeness

• Sponsorship and nomination processing

• Health checks

• Character checks

• Requests for additional information

• Complexity of the training programme

• Application volumes

• Individual circumstances

Applicants should lodge a complete application as early as practical and avoid making irreversible travel arrangements before receiving an appropriate visa decision.

Documents for a Subclass 407 Application

Depending on the circumstances, documents may include:

Identity Documents

• Passport

• Birth certificate where applicable

• National identity documents

• Marriage or relationship documents where applicable

Training Documents

• Detailed training plan

• Training programme

• Position or training description

• Training objectives

• Supervision arrangements

• Workplace details

• Proposed training schedule

Professional Documents

• CV or résumé

• Qualifications

• Professional registrations

• Licences

• Employment references

• Evidence of relevant experience

Sponsor and Nomination Documents

• Sponsor approval details

• Nomination information

• Organisation information

• Supporting letters

• Employment or training agreements

Personal Documents

• English-language evidence where required

• Police certificates where required

• Health examination documents where requested

• Financial evidence

• Family relationship documents where applicable

Additional documents may be requested by Home Affairs during assessment.

Subclass 407 Training Plan

A strong training plan should clearly explain the purpose of the programme.

It should ideally identify:

1. The applicant's current qualifications and experience

2. The skills that need to be developed

3. Why the training is required

4. The training activities

5. The workplace or training environment

6. The person responsible for supervision

7. The duration and schedule

8. How progress will be assessed

9. The expected outcome

The training plan should demonstrate genuine occupational development rather than ordinary employment.

Subclass 407 and Professional Registration

The Subclass 407 can be relevant where structured training is required for professional registration, membership or licensing.

For example, an overseas-qualified professional may need practical experience or structured workplace training before meeting a particular professional requirement.

The applicant must still satisfy the applicable Subclass 407 criteria and the requirements of the relevant registration authority.

A Subclass 407 visa does not itself guarantee professional registration or licensing.

Subclass 407 vs Subclass 482

These visas have different purposes.

Subclass 407

The Training visa is primarily for:

• Structured occupational training

• Skills development

• Professional registration training

• Approved workplace training

• Certain qualification-related practical training

Subclass 482

The Skills in Demand (SID) Subclass 482 is an employer-sponsored skilled visa for eligible workers filling skilled positions in Australia.

It has:

• Core Skills stream

• Specialist Skills stream

• Labour Agreement stream

If an Australian business genuinely needs an overseas worker to fill an ongoing skilled position rather than provide structured training, a Subclass 482 or another employer-sponsored visa may be more appropriate. Home Affairs similarly advises that an employer-sponsored visa may be more suitable where an employer needs to fill a skilled position that cannot be filled by an Australian worker.

Subclass 407 vs Subclass 408

The two visas are also different.

Subclass 407

Designed specifically for approved occupational training.

Subclass 408

Designed for a broader range of temporary activities, including entertainment, sport, religious work, research and other approved activities.

Choosing between the two depends on the actual purpose and structure of the proposed activity.

Does Subclass 407 Lead to Permanent Residency?

The Subclass 407 visa is a temporary visa and is not itself a permanent residency visa.

Holding a Subclass 407 does not automatically provide a pathway to Australian PR.

However, an applicant may later qualify for another visa depending on their:

• Occupation

• Qualifications

• Work experience

• Age

• English ability

• Employer sponsorship

• Skills assessment

• Family circumstances

• Visa history

Any future permanent residency application would need to satisfy the requirements of the relevant visa at that time.

Important Considerations Before Applying

Before lodging a Subclass 407 application, consider:

• What type of occupational training are you undertaking?

• Does the proposed occupation meet the applicable requirements?

• Is the training genuinely structured?

• Is the Australian organisation eligible to sponsor you?

• Is the nomination appropriate for the training type?

• Do you have the required skills and experience?

• Do you meet English requirements where applicable?

• Can you satisfy health and character requirements?

• Do you have adequate financial arrangements?

• Are the proposed activities consistent with the visa conditions?

• Is Subclass 407 more appropriate than Subclass 400, 408, 482 or another visa?

Professional Australian Migration Assistance

The Training visa (Subclass 407) involves specific requirements concerning the type of training, sponsor, nomination and applicant eligibility.

A properly structured training programme is an important part of the application, and the correct pathway depends on the applicant's occupation, experience and training objectives.

The Visa and Education Services Pty Ltd provides Australian migration assistance through Registered Migration Agent Navneet Kaur (MARN 2318181).

Contact our team to discuss your proposed occupational training in Australia and determine whether the Subclass 407 visa may be suitable for your circumstances.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Subclass 407 visa?

The Training visa (Subclass 407) is an Australian temporary visa that allows eligible people to undertake approved structured occupational training in Australia.

How long can I stay in Australia on a Subclass 407?

The visa is temporary and can generally be granted for a period of up to two years, depending on the approved training programme and visa grant.

Do I need a sponsor for Subclass 407?

The Subclass 407 operates through the Temporary Activities Sponsor framework. An eligible organisation can sponsor and nominate an applicant where the relevant requirements are met.

How many types of training are available under Subclass 407?

Home Affairs currently identifies three types of occupational training covered by the visa. The nomination requirements differ depending on the purpose of the training.

Can Subclass 407 be used for professional registration training?

Potentially, yes. One of the recognised training types covers occupational training required for registration, licensing or membership in an eligible occupation.

Do I need previous work experience?

Some types of Subclass 407 training have specific experience requirements. The requirement depends on the type of occupational training and the applicant's circumstances.

Can my family accompany me?

Eligible members of your family unit may be able to accompany you, subject to the applicable requirements and visa conditions.

Can I work freely on a Subclass 407?

No. The visa is designed for the approved training activity and is not an unrestricted work visa.

How much does the Subclass 407 visa cost?

The applicable visa charge depends on the application circumstances and current government pricing. Home Affairs recommends checking the current Visa Pricing Table or Visa Pricing Estimator before lodging.

Does Subclass 407 give permanent residency?

No. Subclass 407 is a temporary training visa and does not itself grant Australian permanent residency.

Can Subclass 407 lead to another visa?

Possibly. An applicant may later qualify for another Australian visa if they independently satisfy the requirements of that visa. A Subclass 407 grant does not guarantee eligibility for PR or another visa.

Is Subclass 407 the same as Subclass 482?

No. Subclass 407 is designed for structured occupational training, while Subclass 482 is an employer-sponsored skilled work visa. The appropriate visa depends on whether the Australian organisation needs a trainee or a skilled worker.

Can an employer use Subclass 407 simply to employ a worker?

The Subclass 407 is intended for genuine structured occupational training. If the primary purpose is to fill an ongoing skilled position, an employer-sponsored skilled visa may be more appropriate.