Location: Situated in the far north of the country, Darwin is also the capital of the Northern Territory .
A distinctive feature: Over 60 different nationalities are represented in Darwin's local population, giving the city a rich multiculturalism, which is very evident in local restaurants and markets. Please note that swimming in the sea in Darwin is not permitted due to jellyfish and saltwater crocodiles.
Fun fact , Darwin is the city with the most lightning (thunderstorm) in the world.
Climate: The region has a tropical climate, with two distinct seasons: a dry season and a wet season. Maximum temperatures often exceed 30 degrees Celsius, and minimum temperatures generally hover around 20 degrees Celsius. Darwin is the ideal region to spend the Australian "winter," from April to September. However, we advise against visiting between November and February (inclusive).
Population: approximately 140,000 inhabitants
Must-sees: The Mindil Beach Sunset Market (every Thursday and Sunday from 4 pm to 9 pm) is the spot to end a day with friends or family while watching the sunset. A true local institution, this market is brimming with stalls selling all kinds of food, drinks, and crafts. If you're visiting Darwin, take the opportunity to visit Kakadu National Park , Litchfield National Park , and head towards Uluru/Ayers Rock. The Red Centre holds more than one wonder!
Type of work: Tourism and mining are the two main pillars of the regional economy. Due to its distance from other major Australian cities, Darwin and its surrounding areas often have a need for workers of all kinds. So don't hesitate to go there to look for work! Other jobs such as sales assistant, bartender or dishwasher, waiter/waitress, kitchen or dining room assistant, delivery driver, warehouse worker, cleaner, babysitter, etc., are also available in the region.
It is possible to arrive directly in Darwin by plane via domestic flights from Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne or Perth.
✈️ Domestic flights : airlines like Jetstar, Qantas or Virgin Australia regularly offer promotions to reach Darwin at affordable prices.
🚐 Some backpackers also choose to reach Darwin via an epic road trip from Adelaide, Perth or the east coast, to enjoy the impressive landscapes of the Outback.
🔹 VVT Services : We help you organize your arrival, whether it's booking initial accommodation or assisting you with administrative procedures upon landing. Ideally, we recommend a stopover in Sydney or Melbourne to receive assistance with your paperwork from our partners before continuing on to Darwin.
1. Check your eligibility for the Working Holiday program in Australia : see the conditions to be met in the following box.
2. Obtain your Australian Working Holiday Visa
The application is submitted online through the Australian immigration website; Visavacancestravail.be will handle it for you! It is issued immediately once we make the online payment on the immigration website. We recommend letting us do it for you to avoid errors that could result in a wait of several weeks before receiving it.
3. Visavacancestravail.be then proceeds to book the various services you have chosen: flights, transfers upon arrival, accommodation in a youth hostel, job assistance...
4. You subscribe to the Working Holiday Visa travel insurance that we recommend.
5. We review your pre-departure file during a video session, an online file that we have prepared for you and accessible from your mobile phone or computer 24/7.
First, make sure you meet the requirements for the Working Holiday visa ( subclass 417 ) :
Be a Belgian citizen (or another eligible nationality)
Be between 18 and 30 years old (up to the day before your 31st birthday)
Possess a valid passport
Not having already held an Australian Working Holiday Visa (1st application); possibility of obtaining a 2nd or 3rd under certain conditions
Having sufficient savings (approximately 5,000 AUD recommended)
Prices depend on the package you choose :
🎒 Basic Package : €3799 (2026 price) - PROMO for departures between February 14 and June 15, 2026, and bookings made before June 15, 2026: €3399
📚 Complete package with English lessons : price varies depending on:
the duration of the courses ,
the weekly working hours ,
and the type of accommodation .
💰 On average, expect to pay between €2000 and €2500 for a month of classes , including accommodation with a host family on a half-board basis (private or shared room), or in a shared flat with a friend or another working holiday visa holder.
✅ Good news : In Darwin, rents are often more affordable than in Sydney or Melbourne, especially for shared accommodation.
Cities marked with an asterisk (*) are eligible for Job Assistance
Cities marked with an asterisk (*) are eligible for Job Assistance
Cities marked with an asterisk (*) are eligible for Job Assistance