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Visa (Subclass 407)
The Training Visa (Subclass 407) allows eligible applicants to travel to Australia to participate in structured workplace-based occupational training or professional development programs. It is designed for individuals who need practical training to improve their skills, meet professional registration requirements, or enhance their expertise in their occupation.
Our Australian registered migration agents assist both applicants and Australian sponsors with Training Visa eligibility assessments, sponsorship requirements, occupational training plans, document preparation, and compliance throughout the application process.
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(Subclass 407) Overview
The Training Visa (Subclass 407) is a temporary visa that enables eligible overseas applicants to undertake structured occupational training in Australia. The training must be workplace-based and genuinely designed to improve occupational skills, support professional registration, or build professional capacity. It is commonly used by doctors, engineers, nurses, tradespeople, IT professionals, accountants, hospitality professionals, construction professionals, government employees, and corporate trainees.
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Eligibility Criteria for Training Visa (Subclass 407)
The Training Visa (Subclass 407) allows eligible applicants to travel to Australia to participate in structured workplace-based occupational training or professional development programs designed to improve skills, meet professional registration requirements, or enhance occupational expertise.
- - An approved Australian sponsor willing to nominate the applicant for structured training.
- - A structured occupational training program with defined learning objectives.
- - Relevant education or work experience aligned to the nominated training.
- - Genuine temporary stay intentions consistent with the training purpose.
- - Health and character clearance at key decision points.
- - Adequate health insurance for the intended stay in Australia.
- - Evidence supporting the purpose and occupational relevance of the training.
Application process
Application process for Subclass 407
Real Migration manages Subclass 407 with eligibility diagnostics, sponsor and training plan architecture, document preparation, and decision-ready lodgement quality controls.
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Sponsor and training program review.
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Occupational training plan preparation and evidence architecture.
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Document preparation including qualifications, references, and identity records.
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Lodge Training Visa (Subclass 407) application.
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Complete health and character assessments as required.
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Manage Department processing and information requests.
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Visa grant review and training commencement compliance briefing.
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Training Plan
Document Evidence
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Planning and compliance
Training Visa Planning and Compliance
Plan sponsor approval, occupational training plans, document evidence, health and character requirements, and visa condition compliance before lodgement.
Indicative Timeline Module
- Pre-lodgement: sponsor approval, training plan architecture, and eligibility review.
- Document preparation: qualifications, references, CV, and identity records.
- Lodgement: Subclass 407 filing and Department assessment.
- Processing: health, character, and information requests as required.
- Post-grant: training condition compliance and pathway planning.
Cost Planning Module
Subclass 407 involves government visa application charges, health examinations, police certificates, health insurance, document certification, and professional migration assistance. We map expected costs for applicants and sponsors before lodgement.
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Training Visa cases require sponsor obligations, training plan compliance, document verification, visa condition guidance, and Department communication support. We assist applicants and Australian organisations throughout the Subclass 407 process.
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Training Visa Checklist
- Valid passport and identity documents for the applicant and dependants
- Structured occupational training plan with defined learning objectives
- Sponsor nomination documents and approved sponsor evidence
- Qualifications and academic transcripts supporting training relevance
- Employment references and professional experience records
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) aligned to the nominated training program
- Adequate health insurance for the intended stay in Australia
- Police clearances and character documents where applicable
- Relationship evidence for dependants included in the application
- Certified translations for non-English documents
Risk review
Common Refusal Risks for Training Visa (Subclass 407) Applications
- Weak occupational training plan without clear learning objectives.
- Training not genuinely structured or workplace-based.
- Sponsor eligibility issues or incomplete nomination documentation.
- Insufficient evidence of occupational relevance to the applicant's background.
- Incomplete supporting documents at lodgement or during processing.
- Health or character concerns not adequately addressed.
- Failure to demonstrate genuine temporary stay intentions.
- Mismatch between sponsor documentation and applicant declarations.
Our approach
Our Process: How We Manage Your Training Visa Application
01. Study pathway fit
Course, provider, and profile objectives reviewed against current policy settings.
02. Evidence architecture
Genuine Student, financial, identity, and OSHC records aligned for consistency.
03. Lodgement quality gate
Forms and support files checked against refusal-risk points before filing.
04. Grant and pathway planning
Post-grant compliance briefing plus graduate or skilled pathway planning where eligible.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Training Visa (Subclass 407)
What is the Training Visa (Subclass 407)?
The Training Visa (Subclass 407) allows eligible applicants to undertake structured workplace-based occupational training or professional development in Australia.
Who can apply for a Training Visa (Subclass 407)?
Applicants who have an approved sponsor and a genuine occupational training program may be eligible, subject to legislative requirements.
Can offshore applicants apply for a Subclass 407 visa?
Yes. Both eligible offshore and onshore applicants may apply, depending on their circumstances and training arrangements.
Can I work while holding a Training Visa?
You may undertake activities directly related to your approved occupational training program. The visa is not intended for unrestricted employment.
Can I bring my spouse and children on a Training Visa?
Yes. Eligible family members may generally be included in your visa application with complete relationship and supporting evidence.
Do I need an Australian sponsor for a Training Visa?
Yes. An approved sponsor is required before a Subclass 407 visa application can proceed.
Is the Training Visa a pathway to permanent residency?
The Subclass 407 visa does not provide a direct pathway to permanent residency. However, skills and Australian experience gained may support future eligibility for other visa pathways.
What documents are required for a Training Visa application?
Common documents include your passport, training plan, sponsor nomination documents, qualifications, employment references, CV, health insurance, and identity documents.
How long does the Training Visa take to process?
Processing times vary depending on the quality of the application, sponsor approval, and Department assessment.
Can a registered migration agent assist with a Training Visa application?
Yes. A registered migration agent can help applicants and sponsors prepare compliant training plans, assess eligibility, and manage the visa application process.
Top trending Subclass 407 questions
Can a Training Visa (Subclass 407) lead to a 482 visa?
Subclass 407 does not automatically lead to a 482 visa. However, Australian training experience may support future employer-sponsored pathways where separate eligibility criteria are met.
Is the Training Visa suitable for doctors completing professional registration?
Yes. Subclass 407 is commonly used for structured workplace training linked to professional registration requirements in fields such as medicine.
Can nurses apply for a Subclass 407 visa?
Yes. Nurses and other healthcare professionals may apply where an approved sponsor offers a structured occupational training program meeting Department requirements.
Can I receive a salary on a Training Visa?
Remuneration settings depend on the training arrangement and visa conditions. The primary purpose must remain structured occupational training, not general employment.
What is the difference between a 407 visa and a 482 visa?
Subclass 407 is for structured occupational training and professional development. Subclass 482 is an employer-sponsored work visa for filling skilled positions. They serve different purposes.
Can my employer sponsor me for a 407 visa?
Yes, if your employer meets sponsorship requirements and can provide a genuine structured training program with defined learning objectives.
Is work experience required before applying?
Relevant education or work experience aligned to the nominated training is generally required. The exact threshold depends on the training stream and individual circumstances.
Can I include my spouse and children on a Training Visa?
Eligible dependants may generally be included with complete identity, relationship, and financial evidence supporting the application.
How long can I stay in Australia on a Subclass 407 visa?
Stay duration depends on the approved training program and individual circumstances as set out in the visa grant notice.
Can I change sponsors while holding a Training Visa?
Changing sponsors generally requires a new nomination and may involve a fresh visa application. Any change should be reviewed against policy before action.
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