Name: Working Holiday Visa Australia - Melbourne
Brand: VisaVacancesTravail.be
SKU: PVT-AUS-MELBOURNE
Price: 1599 EUR
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (47 reviews)

Why choose Melbourne as your arrival city for your Working Holiday Visa in Australia?

Why choose Melbourne for your Working Holiday Visa? Melbourne attracts many Working Holiday Visa holders with its cosmopolitan, artistic, and relaxed atmosphere. As the cultural capital of Australia , the city is brimming with festivals, museums, cafes, and street art, offering an exceptional quality of life. Its well-developed public transport network makes getting around easy, and the job market is dynamic , particularly in hospitality, catering, and events. Less expensive than Sydney , Melbourne makes it easier to settle in at the start of your Australian Working Holiday Visa, while still enjoying a vibrant urban environment close to nature and the famous Great Ocean Road .

An additional argument is the fact that our job assistance partner has an office there (as in Sydney) and will welcome you there upon your arrival in Melbourne.

Location: Melbourne is on the southeast coast. Capital of the state of Victoria.

A distinctive feature: Australia's "garden city," boasting numerous green spaces.

Climate: Temperate oceanic climate. Winters (June to August) are cold and summers (December to February) are hot. The rest of the year the climate is relatively mild and pleasant.

Population: approximately 5 million inhabitants

Must-sees: Federation Square, Melbourne Cricket Ground, Victorian Art Centre, Eureka Tower, Docklands area, Fitzroy (the bohemian quarter), Great Ocean Road

Type of work: salesperson or customer service, bartender or dishwasher, waiter, kitchen or dining room assistant, delivery driver, warehouse worker, construction worker, housekeeper, etc. (full list available on request).

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How to go on a Working Holiday Visa to Melbourne

Going to Australia for a Working Holiday Visa in Melbourne requires careful planning! First, you need to obtain a Working Holiday Visa (subclass 417), and Visavacancestravail.be will take care of that for you. Belgians are eligible, provided they are between 18 and 30 years old, have a valid passport, and sufficient funds (approximately 5,000 AUD, €3,000). Once the visa is approved, it's advisable to book your flight, take out health insurance for the duration of your stay, and prepare for the initial steps you'll take once you arrive: temporary accommodation, opening an Australian bank account, and applying for a National Insurance number – all of which Visavacancestravail.be and its partners will handle for you. Melbourne is a welcoming and vibrant city, making it an excellent starting point for your Australian Working Holiday adventure!

Preparing for your departure to Melbourne

Preparing for your Working Holiday Visa trip to Melbourne is primarily about anticipating key steps: obtaining your Working Holiday Visa (subclass 417), booking your flight, taking out health insurance for the entire duration of your stay, and setting aside sufficient funds for your arrival (approximately 5,000 AUD). It's also helpful to prepare a CV in Australian format (don't worry: our Melbourne job assistance partner will help you), research suitable neighborhoods, and book a Melbourne Working Holiday package with our assistance. Once there, Melbourne offers an ideal environment to settle in and begin your Working Holiday adventure smoothly.

Steps to take before leaving for a Working Holiday Visa in Melbourne

1. Check your eligibility for the Australian Working Holiday program: 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.

Conditions for obtaining your Melbourne Working Holiday Visa

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)
Not having dependent children

Price of a Working Holiday Visa in Melbourne

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.

WHAT TO DO IN AND AROUND MELBOURNE?

Eclectic, cosmopolitan (more than a quarter of its inhabitants were born abroad), and laid-back, Melbourne also distinguishes itself from other Australian cities with its artistic and culinary refinement. There's something for everyone, and above all, there's always something to do. And when you think you've had your fill, it's also the perfect starting point for the Great Ocean Road.

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Working Holiday Visa Melbourne Australia

English courses at our partner language schools in Melbourne

ILSC Melbourne

The school is located in the heart of Melbourne, an ideal location offering easy access to public transport, vibrant neighborhoods, and the city's must-see attractions. Perfect for kick-starting your Working Holiday Visa in Melbourne.

The modern campus features spacious and bright classrooms, welcoming common areas for student interaction, and access to high-quality learning resources.

Highlights:

Cultural diversity: Meet students from all over the world.
Personalized learning: Programs designed to meet each student's specific goals and needs.
Enriching activities: Discover Melbourne through a wide range of events and activities organized to practice English in a friendly environment.
Flexible scheduling: Options that adapt to your pace and priorities.

Our partner school offers several types of English courses, allowing each of you to find a formula adapted to your needs.

Choose from:

Your main courses:

General English for all levels
Business English : Develop your skills for the professional world.
Exam preparation : Specific courses to succeed in tests like IELTS or Cambridge.
Creative and Cultural English : Learn the language through artistic and cultural activities

Your elective courses

Assertiveness – Self-affirmation
Conversation – Conversation
Debating – Debates
Grammar
ILSC Talks: The Art of Public Speaking – ILSC Conferences: The Art of Public Speaking
Listening – Oral comprehension
Pronunciation – Pronunciation
Public Speaking – Public speaking
Reading – Lecture
Vocabulary – Vocabulary
Writing – Écriture

Academic Speaking and Listening – Academic oral expression and comprehension
Academic Vocabulary – Academic Vocabulary
Academic Writing – Academic Writing
IELTS Skills – Skills for the IELTS
IELTS Reading and Vocabulary – Reading and vocabulary for IELTS
IELTS Listening and Speaking – Oral comprehension and oral expression for the IELTS
IELTS Writing – Writing for the IELTS

Business Interview Skills – Skills for Job Interviews
Business Presentation Skills – Skills for professional presentations
Business Writing – Commercial Copywriting
Café Work Skills – Skills for working in a café/restaurant
English for Finance – English for Finance
English for Marketing – English for Marketing
English for Travel & Hospitality
Listening for Professionals – Oral comprehension for professionals

English through Art – English through art
English through Film & Video – English through films and videos
English through Photography – English through photography
English through Social Media – English through social networks
English through Songs, Lyrics, and Movies – English through songs, lyrics, and movies
English through Yoga – English through yoga
International Current Events – International News
Slanguage – Colloquial/slang

Class sizes :

Classes have an average of 14 students, with a maximum of 18 students.

Schedules :

Morning : 24 lessons per week, from 8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. (Monday to Friday).
Afternoon : 24 lessons per week, from 1:15 p.m. to 5:15 p.m. (Monday to Friday).
Evening : 24 lessons per week, from 5:30pm to 9:30pm (Monday to Friday).

Lesson duration

Each lesson lasts 50 minutes, with regular breaks.

Homestay accommodation with half-board during the week (full board on weekends) in a private or shared room (couples or two friends registering together). Host families live 40-60 minutes from the school.
Student flat-sharing without meals, in various trendy neighborhoods of Melbourne. Private or twin rooms available (no obligation to register with a friend). 20-60 minutes from school by public transport.
In student residence (20 min walk from the school - see video)
Youth hostel: stay in shared dormitories or single/twin rooms in a nearby hostel (meals not included)

Social and cultural activities : Participate in excursions, events and workshops to discover Melbourne and meet other students.
Professional training: In partnership with Greystone College Melbourne, programs in business, marketing and leadership are available to enhance your skills.
Volunteer opportunities : Get involved in local projects while practicing English.

Browns English Melbourne

BROWNS, with campuses in Brisbane, Gold Coast, and Melbourne, is our top choice for several reasons: its strategic locations, modern facilities, high-quality, personalized English courses thanks to a program individually designed for each student and coordinated by an academic advisor, the possibility for students to be placed at different levels in each skill, and a guaranteed mix of nationalities in each class. Furthermore, a range of enriching options such as a paid job at a resort , barista courses, eco-volunteer projects for whale conservation, a demi-pair program, and sports activities like diving and surfing are available (depending on the city), combined with a comprehensive activities program.

The campus is ideally located for fully immersing yourself in Melbourne's vibrant atmosphere and effortlessly exploring its many attractions.

The school offers intensive English courses (20 hours of classes + 5 hours of optional self-study per week) or semi-intensive courses (10 hours of classes + 5 hours of optional self-study per week).

There are three class schedules: mornings from 8:40 to 13:10, afternoons from 13:20 to 17:35, and evenings from 17:00 to 21:20.
To ensure the quality of the program , students generally cannot choose a specific schedule upon request. The process is as follows:
You arrive on campus and take a placement test. Your class is then assigned based on your level and native language ; this ensures a good mix of different nationalities.
If you wish to change your schedule (for example, to combine classes with a job), you can request this from the student services office, and a new schedule will be arranged as soon as possible, depending on availability. Furthermore, you will be placed in a group that matches your level for each skill (for example, you might be placed in A2 for grammar but B1 for speaking). You will then attend your first English lessons, which will focus primarily on communication. Your teachers will encourage you to participate throughout the course: there's no better way to progress quickly!

It is also possible to take IELTS or Cambridge exam preparation courses.

Homestay accommodation without meals, half-board, or full-board in a private or shared room (couples or two friends registering together), maximum 3 students per family. Host families live within 75 minutes of the school.
Student flatshare in BROWNS, see locations on the left
Student shared accommodation without meals, located a maximum of 60 minutes from the school

English course (minimum 5 weeks) + 6 months of paid work in minimum 4* resorts/hotels in Australia, paid a minimum of $23.23, 500 hours guaranteed over 6 months.
Opt for a half-pair stay (minimum 3 months)
English course + barista training (learn how to make coffees - making you more employable in the job market). 5-week program.

The school activities coordinator will ensure you have an active life after school and on weekends. Activities include: barbecues, a tennis club, a squash club, a conversation club, a football club, a beach volleyball club, student parties, boat trips, visits to wildlife parks, and rainforest walks, among others.

Testimonials from working holiday visa holders in Melbourne

Hi Maelle,

I hope you're doing well.

As for Australia, everything's going great. I've been staying in Melbourne for the past few months. I didn't think I'd stay this long, but I'm enjoying it so much that I've decided to extend my stay.

I'm planning to go to Sydney for two weeks over the holidays before returning to Melbourne, I can't wait!!

Regarding work, it's been a bit more complicated than expected, especially finding a full-time position. I did manage to get a casual French teaching job in November and December, as well as one for a catering company.

I'm attaching some photos of the Melbourne area if you're interested ☺️

PS: Could you change the return ticket dates to late June/early July?

I wish you a wonderful holiday season. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Megan G

Working Holiday Visa holder in Melbourne

Hi Maelle,

I'm doing well, thank you.

I'm now in Sydney. I just got all the necessary permits to work for Uber Eats; my roommates helped me, so I've started. I also have another job for 10 days that the Sydney job assistance service helped me find. The country is really great.

Thanks for the new flight schedule.

Have a lovely day!

Thomas F