407 Training Visa Australia
Requirements, Sponsorship & How It Works (2026)
Last update: 11 Aug 2026
Short Answer
The Training Visa (Subclass 407) lets you complete structured workplace training in Australia for up to two years. You need a sponsor and an approved nomination first. Whether your occupation must appear on an official occupation list depends on your nomination type — it's required for the Enhance Skills stream, not for Registration or Capacity Building Overseas training.
407 Training Visa Australia (Subclass 407) Quick Summary
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Duration: up to 2 years
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Purpose: structured workplace training (not full-time employment)
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Sponsor: required (approved temporary activities sponsor)
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Main requirement: training plan + relevant occupation/background
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Work rights: limited to training activities
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Pathway to PR: not direct, but can support future visas
What is 407 Visa?
The Training Visa Subclass 407 is a temporary visa designed for structured workplace training rather than employment. It is suitable for professionals who need occupational registration, advanced skill development, or capacity building experience.
Unlike employer-sponsored visas such as the 482, the 407 visa focuses on training outcomes rather than filling skill shortages.
The visa can be granted for up to two years and may allow family members to accompany you. While it does not provide direct permanent residency, it can support long-term migration strategies in certain cases.
Note: The 407 visa is for structured workplace-based training or professional development. It is not designed for ongoing employment in Australia.
Explore the 407 Visa Guide
This page is your starting point for the Training Visa 407. Use the guides below for the detail behind each step.
Eligibility and occupation
Building your application
Rule changes and pathways
Is This Visa Actually Relevant to You?
This visa is commonly used in situations like these.
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You just graduated in Australia but don't have enough work experience yet
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You found an employer willing to train you, but not sponsor a full work visa
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You need practical experience before applying for a 482 visa
If this sounds like your situation, the 407 visa may be a realistic next step.
Who should apply
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Recent graduates needing practical training
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Professionals improving skills in their current field
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Applicants planning a future employer-sponsored visa pathway
Who should not apply
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Those looking for full-time work in Australia
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Applicants without a relevant occupation or background
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Anyone without access to a sponsor organisation
Am I Eligible for the Training Visa 407?
Eligible onshore applicants (currently in Australia)
You can apply if you have one of the following in your nominated occupation, completed within the 24 months before your nomination is lodged.
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At least 12 months of full-time work experience (or the equivalent) in the occupation
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No work experience? At least 12 months of relevant full-time study in Australia in that occupation
You must also be at least 18 years old, and meet functional English.
Functional English means an IELTS average band score of at least 4.5 — not a minimum score in each band — or the equivalent on another approved test.
The accepted PTE Academic score depends on your test date: overall 24 for tests taken on or after 7 August 2025, or overall 30 for tests taken before that date under transitional arrangements. See Official Sources below for the exact instrument.
Duration: up to 2 years.
Location: You can be in or outside Australia when you apply for the Training visa and when the Department decides your application.
Not sure whether you qualify? Read the full 407 visa eligibility requirements guide.
If you don't yet have work experience, you may still qualify through relevant study completed in Australia. Read 407 visa without work experience.
Whether you also need to check the occupation list depends on your nomination type — see Occupation List for the 407 Visa below.
2026 Compliance Update: Genuine Training Is Being Closely Checked
In May 2026, the Australian Border Force announced increased compliance activity in the 407 program, focusing on non-genuine training arrangements, weak training plans, and trainees placed in roles unrelated to their approved training. This means applicants and sponsors should make sure the training is genuine, structured, and directly related to the approved training program.
Home Affairs data shows just how high the stakes are: 55% of Subclass 407 applications were refused or withdrawn in the 2025–26 financial year to 30 April 2026, according to the Australian Border Force. The Department of Home Affairs is also running a formal review of the Training (Subclass 407) visa program, with a final report due to the Minister in June 2026.
Regulatory Updates in 2026
Training Visa (Subclass 407) Skill Assessment – March 2026
The Australian Government has updated how Training Visa (Subclass 407) applications are lodged.
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Sponsorship and nomination must be approved before you apply
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You can no longer lodge applications at the same time
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Incomplete lodgement may result in an invalid application and refund
Read the full breakdown of 407 Training Visa Changes March 2026
How Can You Avoid a 407 Training Visa Refusal?
Most 407 Training Visa refusals trace back to two causes: failing the genuine training requirement, or lodging documents in the wrong order under the 2026 sponsorship rules. With refusal and withdrawal rates now above 50%, the following steps reduce the risk of rejection at each stage of the process.
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Lodge in the correct order. Under the 2026 sponsorship regulations, effective 11 March 2026, sponsorship and nomination must be approved before you lodge the visa application. Concurrent lodgement is no longer accepted.
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Start early. Sponsorship and nomination approval can now take months under the sequential process, so build this into your timeline well before your intended start date.
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Make the training plan specific. It must reflect a real, identifiable skill gap for the individual applicant, not a generic plan.
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Keep training distinct from employment. Day-to-day activities should look like structured learning, not a regular job.
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Get advice before you lodge. With refusal and withdrawal rates this high, a pre-lodgement review can catch issues early.
For a full breakdown of why applications fail and how to strengthen yours, see 407 Training Visa Refusals: 5 Reasons Applications Fail.
Three Types of Training Programs
The Training Visa 407 has three nomination eligibility types:
1. Occupational Training for Registration
Training or practical experience in the workplace required to obtain registration for employment in your occupation—either in Australia or your home country.
Example: Practical hours needed for nursing, teaching, or medical registration
Must demonstrate: Registration body requires this workplace training
2. Occupational Training to Enhance Skills
A structured workplace training program to enhance your existing skills in an eligible occupation.
Example: Advanced training in your current field or specialisation
Must demonstrate: Training enhances skills you already have
3. Occupational Training for Capacity Building Overseas
Structured workplace training to enhance your skills and promote capacity building outside Australia.
Example: Training that benefits your home country's industry or government development
Must demonstrate: How training benefits your home country
Who Can Sponsor a Training Visa 407 Applicant
To sponsor someone for a Training Visa (Subclass 407), the organisation must first be approved as a Temporary Activities Sponsor.
The sponsor must nominate a structured occupational training program for the applicant. The nomination must be approved before you lodge the visa application — not just before the Department assesses it.
Under migration regulations, the visa application must:
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identify the approved nomination
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be linked to a valid nomination submitted by the sponsor
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remain connected to an approved training program during the visa assessment
These requirements ensure the Training Visa is used for genuine workplace training rather than employment.
Training Visa 407 Application Process
The visa process involves three stages:
Step 1: Sponsorship Application (Employer's Part)
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Your organisation must first become an approved 'Temporary Activities Sponsor'.
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Sponsorship application requires:
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Evidence of financial status
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Registration status
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Existing number of employees
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Capacity to meet sponsorship obligations
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Once approved: Valid for up to 5 years
Step 2: Nomination Application (Employer's Part)
Your sponsor nominates you for the specific training program (unless they're a Commonwealth agency).
The nomination must be approved and remain valid before you lodge the visa application. The Department will reject your application as invalid if you lodge before receiving nomination approval.
Required:
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Training program structure and objectives
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Position description
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Your qualifications and experience
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Nomination eligibility type (see below)
Three types based on eligibility:
Occupational Training for Registration:
Workplace training required for registration in your occupation (Australia or home country)
Occupational Training to Enhance Skills:
Structured program to enhance your existing skills in eligible occupation
Occupational Training for Capacity Building Overseas:
Workplace training to promote capacity building outside Australia
Step 3: Visa Application (Employee's Part)
You apply for the Training Visa 407 and must demonstrate:
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you meet age requirements
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you meet skill requirements
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English language competency (functional English — see Official Sources for exact test scores)
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health and character requirements
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relevant experience or study background
Employer Sponsored Visa Pathway
The 407 visa can be part of your pathway to other employer sponsored visas:
407 Visa Requirements
To apply for the 407 Training Visa, you need to meet several core requirements. These work together, not just one on its own.
Read full 407 visa requirement guide.
1. An Approved Sponsor
You must be sponsored by an organisation approved as a Temporary Activities Sponsor.
You cannot apply for the 407 visa independently.
2. An Approved Nomination
Your sponsor must nominate you for a structured training program.
Since 11 March 2026, most Training visa applicants must wait until their sponsor is approved as a temporary activities sponsor and their Training visa nomination is approved before lodging a valid visa application. Commonwealth agency sponsors have separate arrangements and do not need a nomination.
3. A Structured Training Plan
This is one of the most important parts of your application.
The training plan must clearly explain:
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what skills you will learn
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how the training is structured
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how it relates to your occupation
Read: What is a Structured Training Plan for 407 Visa
4. Skills, Experience, or Relevant Study
You must show that you are suitable for training in your occupation.
This is usually based on:
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relevant work experience, or
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relevant study (especially recent study in Australia)
If you do not yet have work experience, there may still be a pathway.
Read: 407 Visa Without Work Experience
5. English Requirement
You must meet functional English: an IELTS average band score of at least 4.5, or the equivalent under the current PTE Academic, TOEFL iBT, or other approved test tables. See Official Sources for the exact instrument, since accepted scores changed on 7 August 2025.
6. Health and Character
You must maintain adequate health cover for your whole stay. Home Affairs says the cover should include medically necessary treatment, including transport. Some applicants may have access to reciprocal healthcare arrangements, but this does not remove the need to check whether their cover is adequate for visa purposes.
Do You Need a Skills Assessment?
In most cases, no.
The 407 visa focuses on training, so a formal skills assessment is generally not required.
Learn more: Do You Need a Skills Assessment for 407 Visa?
Processing & Costs
Processing time: Varies by individual circumstances and training program complexity.
Read the full 407 visa processing time guide.
Main costs:
The 407 visa application charge starts from AUD535 for the main applicant. Additional charges apply for family members included in the application.
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Visa application fee (check current fees)
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Health examinations
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Police certificates
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English tests (IELTS or PTE)
Employer costs:
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Sponsorship application
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Nomination application
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No Skilling Australians Fund levy (only applies to 482/186/494)
Read the full 407 visa cost guide.
Occupation List for the 407 Visa
Whether your occupation needs to be on an official list depends entirely on your nomination type, not on the visa as a whole.
No occupation list applies if you're nominated under:
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Occupational Training for Registration — your occupation is defined by what your registration body requires, not by a legislated list
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Occupational Training for Capacity Building Overseas — eligibility turns on the benefit to your home country, not a listed occupation
An occupation list does apply if you're nominated under:
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Occupational Training to Enhance Skills — the most commonly used nomination type, particularly for recent graduates and employer-based trainees. Your occupation must appear on the Migration (LIN 19/050) Instrument 2019, which covers 509 occupations across the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List, the Regional Occupation List, and the Short-term Skilled Occupation List
If you're planning to nominate under the Enhance Skills stream, check your occupation against the full 407 visa occupation list before you start your application. Matching a job title alone isn't enough — the tasks in your training program need to align with the ANZSCO description for that occupation.
No Salary Threshold
The Training Visa 407 has no minimum salary requirement.
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You must be paid fairly for any work performed
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Payment must meet Australian workplace standards
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Terms and conditions must comply with Australian law
Note: If your training involves significant productive work, your sponsor must demonstrate this is incidental to the training purpose.
Can 407 Visa Lead to Permanent Residency?
The Training Visa Subclass 407 does not provide a direct pathway to permanent residency (PR). It is a temporary visa designed for structured workplace training rather than long-term employment.
However, the 407 visa can support future migration plans in certain situations.
Many applicants use the 407 visa to:
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Gain relevant Australian work experience
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Complete occupational registration requirements
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Strengthen eligibility for employer-sponsored visas
After completing training, some visa holders may transition to visas such as the Subclass 482 (Temporary Skill Shortage) visa, subject to occupation eligibility and employer sponsorship.
Your long-term migration outcome depends on:
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Your occupation
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Your employer’s willingness to sponsor
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Skills assessment and English requirements
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Current migration settings
If permanent residency is your goal, it is important to structure your training and employment strategy early. The 407 → 482 → 186 pathway is the most common route — read the 407 Visa to PR Australia: Complete 407 → 482 → 186 Transition Guide.
Key Things to Know About the 407 Visa
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This visa is for training, not employment
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You must have a sponsor and nomination approved first
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Training must be structured and relevant
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You cannot use this visa for general work purposes
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It's often used to gain experience for future visas (482, 186)
Important limitations
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No direct PR pathway
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Limited work rights
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Strict training requirements
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Must stay aligned with the approved sponsor and program
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Training Visa Subclass 407?
The Training Visa Subclass 407 allows you to undertake structured workplace training in Australia for occupational registration, skill enhancement, or capacity building purposes.
Is there an occupation list for the 407 visa?
It depends on your nomination type. If you're nominated under Occupational Training to Enhance Skills, your occupation must be on the 407 visa occupation list — 509 occupations set out in the Migration (LIN 19/050) Instrument 2019. If you're nominated under Registration or Capacity Building Overseas, no occupation list applies.
Can I apply for a 407 visa while in Australia?
Yes. You may apply onshore if you hold a valid substantive visa and meet the eligibility requirements.
What changed for 407 visa applications in March 2026?
From 11 March 2026, you must wait for both your sponsor's approval as a Temporary Activities Sponsor and an approved Training visa nomination before you lodge your visa application. You can no longer submit all three applications at the same time. If you lodge without both approvals in place, the Department will reject your application as invalid and refund your visa application charge. If you are in Australia, you must hold a valid visa while waiting for sponsorship and nomination approval. You can only receive a bridging visa for the 407 application after a valid 407 visa application is lodged.
Can I change sponsors on a 407 visa?
In most cases, you must lodge a new nomination and visa application if you wish to change sponsors.
Is there a minimum salary requirement for the 407 visa?
There is no formal minimum salary threshold. However, any payment must comply with Australian workplace laws and reflect the training nature of the visa.
How long is the 407 visa valid?
The 407 visa can be granted for up to two years, depending on the approved training program.
Can I bring family members on a 407 visa?
Yes. You may include eligible family members, such as a partner and dependent children, in your application. Their work rights are limited — secondary applicants on a 407 visa are generally subject to a fortnightly work-hour cap under visa condition 8104. Confirm the current cap with RACC or via VEVO before relying on it, as it has changed before and isn't fixed on this page.
Your Rights on the Training Visa 407
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Undertake your nominated training program
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Work as outlined in your nomination
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Study if it supports your training
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Include eligible family members
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Travel in and out of Australia
Important conditions
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Can only work in the nominated training program
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Cannot work outside training activities specified in the nomination
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Must maintain adequate health insurance
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Must notify the Department of any changes
Official Sources
Why Work with RACC for Training Visa 407
RACC's registered migration agents (MARA 1572961) specialise in Training Visa 407 applications:
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Assess your eligibility and training program suitability
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Determine correct nomination eligibility type
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Connect you with potential sponsors (where possible)
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Prepare complete sponsorship and nomination applications
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Ensure training program meets Department requirements
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Handle complex cases and unique circumstances
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Advise on future visa pathways after training (482, 186)
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Provide ongoing support throughout your stay
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