Training Visa (Subclass 407)

Training Visa (Subclass 407) – Structured Skill Development in Australia

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Build Your Career with the Australian Training Visa (Subclass 407)

The Training Visa Subclass 407 offers skilled professionals, recent graduates, and overseas workers the opportunity to undertake occupational training and professional development in Australia. If you’re looking to
advance your skills or if an Australian organization wants to sponsor international employees for upskilling, this visa is the perfect pathway.
At IME Advisors, we are Sydney-based Australian Training Visa Agents with years of experience helping individuals and sponsoring organizations apply for and manage Training & Research Visas under Subclass 407.

Enhance your expertise through structured workplace-based training in Australia. IME Advisors helps you do it right.

What is the Subclass 407 Training Visa?

The Australia Training Visa (Subclass 407) is a temporary visa that allows you to undertake professional development or structured occupational training in a nominated field for up to 2 years.
It is not a work visa but allows for on-the-job experience under a formal training program. This visa is widely used for improving workforce capabilities and gaining international exposure in key industries.

Who is this Visa For?

Overseas professionals needing training for registration or licensing
Recent graduates gaining practical exposure
Skilled workers nominated by their employer for capacity building
Professionals undertaking professional development programs in Australia

Key Features of the 407 Training Visa

To apply for this visa, the child must:

Stay in Australia for up to 2 years
Access occupation-specific training in real Australian work environments
Include dependents in your application
Pathway to further sponsored or skilled visas (with correct planning)

Types of Training Allowed Under Subclass 407

1. Occupational Training for Registration or Licensing

Training required for registration to practice in Australia or your home country.

2. Occupational Training to Improve Skills

Enhance existing skills through on-the-job training, especially in fields with global relevance.

3. Professional Development Programs

For overseas employers sending their staff to Australia to develop business and leadership skills.

Subclass 407 Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the Australian Training Visa Subclass 407, you must:

Be sponsored by an approved Temporary Activity Sponsor
Be at least 18 years old
Have functional English proficiency
Provide a structured training plan related to your occupation
Demonstrate 12 months of study or work experience in the nominated field
Meet health and character requirements

Required Documents

Passport and ID documents
Resume with work and education history
Evidence of qualifications and certifications
Letters of recommendation
Training plan (prepared by sponsor)
Health insurance (OVHC)

Application Process for the 407 Visa

Step 1: Sponsorship Approval

The sponsor must be an approved Temporary Activity Sponsor (TAS).

Step 2: Nomination Submission

ponsor nominates you for an eligible training program.

Step 3: Prepare and Lodge Your Visa Application

Submit all documents including the training plan, identity documents, and proof of functional English.

Step 4: Visa Outcome

Processing usually takes 3 to 6 months depending on stream and application strength.

Why Choose IME Advisors?

We are experienced Training Visa Consultants based in Sydney, offering:

Custom training plan preparation
Guidance on sponsorship approvals
Compliance checks to meet Department of Home Affairs standards
End-to-end visa application support
Industry-aligned solutions across healthcare, IT, engineering, and more

We don’t just help you get the visa. We help you build a future through training.

Planning short-term training, professional development, or participating in an approved exchange program? The Training Visa (Subclass 407) and Temporary Activity Visa (Subclass 408)

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→ Suite 10.02, Level 10/46 Market St, Sydney NSW 2000
→ Level 5/15 Moore St, Canberra ACT 2601, Australia

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