Training visa

Australia • Immigration Consulting

Overview

The Training visa (subclass 407) is for eligible occupational training or classroom-based professional development in Australia. It is a distinct current visa subclass; the former subclass 402 is closed to new applications.

A suitable sponsor and nomination may be required, depending on the current rules and the proposed training arrangement. The Department of Home Affairs assesses the application against the requirements that apply at the time of lodgement.

This visa is not a general work visa or an automatic replacement for every historical subclass 402 situation. Check the official Department guidance for the proposed training activity.

Who is this permit for?

People seeking structured occupational training or eligible classroom-based professional development in Australia.

• A genuine proposed training or professional-development activity
• An Australian sponsor and nomination where required by the current rules
• Evidence and documents required for the proposed training arrangement
• Health, character and any insurance requirements that apply to the visa

Common reasons for rejection

• The proposed activity does not fit the current Training visa requirements
• Sponsor, nomination or training-arrangement requirements are not met
• Required health, character, insurance or supporting evidence is incomplete

Application process

1. Assess the proposed training

Review the proposed activity against the current subclass 407 requirements.

2. Confirm sponsorship and nomination

Establish which sponsor and nomination steps apply to the proposed arrangement.

3. Prepare and lodge

Prepare the requested evidence and lodge through the Department of Home Affairs process.

4. Department assessment

The Department assesses the application and may request further information.

Key considerations

• Subclass 407 is a temporary training visa with requirements that depend on the proposed activity.
• Check current sponsor, nomination, health, character and insurance requirements with the Department.
• The former subclass 402 is closed; subclass 407 must be assessed independently.

Costs

Government charges and related costs can change. Confirm current charges using the Department of Home Affairs Visa Pricing Estimator.

• Current government charges: Check the Department of Home Affairs Visa Pricing Estimator

No fixed fee or professional-service quote is provided on this page.

Processing timeframes

Processing times change and the Department guide is indicative rather than a guarantee of an individual decision.

• Subclass 407 processing: Check the Department of Home Affairs processing-time guide

Job offer requirements

The subclass 407 is based on an eligible training arrangement, not a general job offer.

How to apply — step by step

1. Confirm the training activity

Check that the proposed occupational training or classroom-based professional development fits the current subclass 407 requirements.

2. Check sponsor and nomination requirements

Confirm the sponsor, nomination and training-plan requirements that apply to the proposed arrangement.

3. Prepare supporting evidence

Gather identity, training, sponsor, health, character and other documents requested by the Department.

4. Lodge through the Department

Use the current Department of Home Affairs instructions and ImmiAccount process for subclass 407.

Quick tips

• Subclass 407 is for eligible training and professional development, not ordinary employment.
• Requirements can depend on the training activity, sponsor and nomination.
• Use the Department of Home Affairs global processing-time guide for an indicative guide only; it is not a guarantee.
• Subclass 407 is not an automatic replacement for every historical subclass 402 case.

Documents needed

• Passport and identity documents
• Training plan or professional-development details
• Sponsor and nomination evidence where required
• Health, character and insurance evidence where required

Frequently asked questions

What is the Training visa subclass 407?

It is a temporary visa for eligible occupational training or classroom-based professional development in Australia.

Is subclass 407 the same as the former subclass 402?

No. Subclass 407 is a current visa with its own requirements. The former subclass 402 is closed, and 407 is not an automatic replacement for every historical 402 situation.

How long does subclass 407 take?

Processing times change. Check the Department of Home Affairs global processing-time guide for an indicative current guide; no timeframe is guaranteed.

Get expert help

If you have a proposed occupational training arrangement in Australia, obtain an individual assessment against the current subclass 407 rules.