Australia working holiday visa for Israel citizens
Work and Holiday visa (subclass 462) · verified against official sources, 26 July 2026
The short answer
Israel citizens aged 18–30 can get the Work and Holiday visa (subclass 462) and live and work in Australia for up to 12 months — 2nd & 3rd year with specified work. It costs about ~AUD 650 (AUD 840 from 1 Jul 2026). Age is counted when you apply, not when you travel.
Age window
18–30
Duration
12 months
Cost
~AUD 650 (AUD 840 from 1 Jul 2026)
Quota
No fixed quota
The conditions that matter
- Aged 18–30; Israel is exempt from the government-support-letter requirement
- ~AUD 5,000 funds
Guidance only — youth-mobility rules, ages, quotas and fees change. Always confirm on the official government page before you book flights or apply.
Living in Australia: costs & pay
The visa gets you in — this is whether it adds up. Real figures for Australia, so you can weigh what you'll earn against what you'll spend.
Cost of living
Higher cost
Price level 95 · World Bank
Typical pay
26.44 AUD/hr
Minimum wage