Training (Subclass 407) — InformationalVerified 2026-04-19Australia Training Visa (Subclass 407) — Informational
The Training visa (subclass 407) is for workplace-based occupational training to improve skills for your current job, a tertiary study area, a field of expertise, or a professional development program in Australia. It is NOT a general work visa — it's strictly for structured training. The visa requires: (1) an approved Temporary Activities sponsor in Australia, (2) an approved nomination (unless the sponsor is a Commonwealth Government Agency), and (3) the applicant's own visa application. Stay up to 2 years.
Please note: we do not deal with work permits or workplace-training categories for foreign countries. This page is informational only. Training visa (subclass 407) applications involve sponsor + nomination approval processes that are best handled by a MARA-registered Australian Migration Agent or directly with your Australian sponsoring organisation.
Processing
Variable — sponsorship + nomination + visa are three separate assessments
Stay Duration
Up to 2 years
Starting Fee
AUD 430
Apply At
11 VFS centres
Special Instructions — Read Before Applying
These requirements apply to ALL Australia visa types. Violations mean your application will be rejected — read each one carefully.
- 1This visa requires THREE separate Department approvals: sponsorship, nomination, and the visa itself. Plan accordingly — allow 4–8 months overall.
- 2The Training visa is NOT a work visa. You cannot use it for ordinary employment. Misuse can lead to cancellation and bans.
- 3Family members who are granted the same visa can only work up to 40 hours every two weeks in Australia.
- 4SureshotVisa does not process this category — refer to a MARA-registered Australian Migration Agent or your Australian sponsor's HR/legal team.
Who Can Apply
- Indian applicants nominated by an approved Australian Temporary Activities sponsor for structured workplace training
- Trainees in one of three occupational training types: (1) required for registration/licensing in the applicant's country, (2) to improve skills in an eligible occupation, (3) for capacity building overseas
- Applicants who meet English language, health, character, and genuine temporary entrant requirements
Not eligible under this visa:
- Anyone looking for ongoing paid employment in Australia (Training visa is NOT a work visa)
- Applicants whose sponsor doesn't have Temporary Activities sponsorship approval
- Applicants whose nomination hasn't been approved by the Department
- Those not meeting the genuine temporary entrant test
Fees (in INR)
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Training visa (subclass 407) — main applicant | AUD 430 |
| Family member (over 18) | AUD 430 (approx.) |
| Family member (under 18) | AUD 110 (approx.) |
| Health insurance | Varies |
The AUD 430 visa application charge is only the applicant's fee. The Australian sponsor pays separate Temporary Activities sponsorship approval fees (AUD 420+) and nomination fees (AUD 170+). Total employer + employee costs are significantly higher than the AUD 430 headline. Non-refundable regardless of outcome.
Documents Required
Sponsor + Nomination (handled by Australian organisation, NOT applicant)
- !Approved Temporary Activities sponsorship
The Australian organisation must be an approved Temporary Activities sponsor BEFORE lodging a nomination.
- !Approved nomination (unless Commonwealth Government Agency)
The sponsor nominates the applicant for a specific training program. Must be approved by the Department before the applicant lodges the visa.
- !Training plan
Detailed training plan showing structure, duration, supervisor, learning outcomes.
Applicant Documents
- !Valid passport
- !Passport-style photo
- !Evidence of the occupation/area of training
CV, qualifications, proof of current role in India.
- !English language evidence
IELTS 4.5+ average (or equivalent). Exemptions possible.
- !Health insurance (OVHC or equivalent)
- !Bank statements + financial capacity evidence
- !Health exam at Bupa
Mandatory for stays over 6 months.
- ○Police clearance certificate
If requested.
- !Biometrics at VFS Global India
- !Australian Values Statement
For Family Members (if included)
- ○Spouse/partner + dependent children details
Declare all family at lodgement; undeclared family cannot join later.
- ○Marriage certificate / birth certificates
- ○Family health insurance
! = mandatory · ○ = optional / if applicable
🗺️ Step-by-Step Application Process
Australian organisation applies for Temporary Activities sponsorship
The Australian sponsoring employer must first be approved as a Temporary Activities sponsor by the Department of Home Affairs. This can take weeks.
Sponsor lodges a nomination
Once approved, the sponsor lodges a nomination naming the applicant and describing the training program. The Department must approve this nomination BEFORE the applicant can apply. Commonwealth Government Agencies are exempt from the nomination step.
Applicant creates ImmiAccount
Only after sponsorship and nomination are approved.
Applicant lodges Training visa application
Select 'Training visa (subclass 407)'. Upload training plan, qualifications, English test, health insurance, passport, photo. Pay AUD 430 VAC.
Complete health exam + VFS biometrics
Bupa for medicals, VFS Global for biometrics.
Visa decision — digital grant
If nomination and sponsorship are solid, the applicant's visa assessment is relatively routine. Digital visa via VEVO.
Download Official Forms
Official forms are hosted by VFS Global — we don't host third-party forms ourselves, so you always get the latest version.
📋 How to download from VFS:
- Click the form name below — opens VFS Switzerland page
- Select the visa category you're applying for (e.g. Tourist, Business, Student)
- Scroll down to the "Download Form" section at the bottom
- Click the PDF icon next to the form name → saves to your device
ImmiAccount — Online Application Portal
Australia's official online visa application portal. ALL Australian visas for Indian applicants must be lodged here — no paper forms, no VFS lodgement. Create your ImmiAccount, select the visa subclass, pay online, and upload documents.
Department of Home Affairs — Official Website
Authoritative source for all Australian visa information. Includes Visa Finder tool, Visa Pricing Estimator, Visa Processing Time Guide, and health requirement details.
Visa Finder Tool
If you're unsure which visa is right for you — answer a few questions and the tool recommends matching visa subclasses.
VEVO — Visa Entitlement Verification Online
After visa grant, use VEVO to check your visa conditions, stay period, and entry rights. Australia grants digital visas only — no sticker in passport.
VFS Application Centres
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work on a Training visa?+
What are the three nomination types?+
Can I change my sponsor while in Australia?+
Can I extend the Training visa?+
Why isn't SureshotVisa processing this?+
This page is for information only
SureshotVisa does not process this visa category. For other Australia visa types we can help with — Tourist, Visitor, Business, Student, or Family Reunification — see the related visa types below.
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Source & Disclaimer
Data on this page is sourced from the official VFS Global Australia website and Embassy of Australia. Last verified 2026-04-19. Always verify with the official embassy before applying — fees and requirements change without notice.