For Indian citizens, Australia has introduced a Work and Holiday Visa (subclass 462) lottery system with 1,000 seats per year, and the ballot is open from 4 June to 25 June 2026. Applicants must be aged 18–30, hold a valid Indian passport, have completed at least two years of tertiary study, and demonstrate functional English through IELTS, TOEFL, or PTE. They also need to show proof of AUD 5,000 savings plus funds for return airfare, provide medical checks and police clearance, and cannot bring dependent children. Successful applicants can live and work in Australia for up to 12 months, with the option to extend to a second or third year if they complete the required regional work (88 days for the second year, 179 days for the third year). The visa application fee is AUD 670,After Selection and entering the ballot requires a non‑refundable nominal charge of 100 QAR, which includes both the registration fee of 25$AUD and service charge. This program offers Indians a new pathway to experience Australia through work and travel, though entry is competitive due to the limited seats