Training Visa Subclass 407
Australian Occupational Training Visa

Training Visa (SUBCLASS 407)

The Subclass 407 Training Visa allows skilled overseas workers to complete occupational training in Australia — including bridging programs for professional registration, licensing, or skill enhancement.

Visa Duration

Up to 2 years

Visa Type

Temporary

Family Inclusion

Yes

English Req.

IELTS 5.0

Work Rights

Training Only

Multiple Entry

Yes

Training Streams (Subclass 407)

1. Occupational Training Stream

For overseas workers who need to complete occupational training to meet Australian registration or licensing requirements, or to enhance skills needed to perform a job in Australia.

Examples

Nurses seeking AHPRA registration
Engineers completing a local bridging course
Dentists or medical practitioners seeking full licensure

2. Professional Development Stream

For overseas workers who are sponsored by an Australian organisation to undertake occupational training to strengthen their professional skills in their home country.

Examples

Corporate managers completing leadership development programs
Government officials attending training with Australian agencies

Eligibility Requirements

Be nominated by an approved Standard Business Sponsor (SBS) or relevant government agency.
Be nominated for a training position relevant to your current occupation or skill set.
Have at least 1 year of relevant work experience (or be working in the sponsored field).
Meet Competent English language requirements (IELTS 5.0 each band or equivalent).
Satisfy health and character requirements.
Not intend to work outside the approved training program in Australia.

Benefits of the Training Visa (Subclass 407)

  • Gain Australian workplace skills and experience in your occupation.
  • Useful for overseas workers needing local registration (e.g., nurses, engineers, doctors).
  • Can include spouse/partner and dependent children in the application.
  • Multiple entries to Australia during the visa period.
  • Dependent family members can study and work in Australia.
  • May support future permanent residency applications through skills and registration.

Who is the 407 Visa most suitable for?

  • Healthcare professionals (nurses, doctors, dentists) seeking AHPRA registration
  • Engineers or architects completing Australian bridging requirements
  • Overseas employees of multinational companies sent to Australia for professional development
  • Government officials participating in Australian training programs

FAQs About Training Visa (SUBCLASS 407)

The Subclass 407 (Training Visa) is a temporary Australian visa that allows overseas workers to come to Australia for occupational training in a specific occupation. It is typically used by workers who need to complete training for Australian registration or licensing.

Visa Class

Employer Sponsored Visa

The Training Visa is for skilled overseas workers completing occupational training or professional development in Australia.

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