Working in Australia from Sri Lanka on a Work and Holiday (subclass 462)

Liu got the email at 11pm Beijing time. Visa granted. By morning she’d shortlisted four hospitality groups in Sydney, all of which had hired Mandarin-speaking baristas before.

If you’re in Sri Lanka and you’ve got — or are about to get — a Work and Holiday (subclass 462), this page tells you exactly what work rights you have, what kind of jobs are open to you in Australia right now, and how to start applying before you fly.

Live Work and Holiday (subclass 462) jobs you can apply for from Sri Lanka

• Vintage Truck Loader — Swan Hill, VIC
• Marina Crew — Hervey Bay, QLD
• Camping Ground Host — Gympie, QLD
• Fence Builder — Roma, QLD
• Vineyard Worker — Margaret River, WA
• Bee-keeping Assistant — Broken Hill, NSW
• Surf Instructor — Busselton, WA
• Resort Lifeguard — Wagga Wagga, NSW

FAQ for applicants from Sri Lanka

• Can I apply from Sri Lanka? Yes — applicants in Sri Lanka can lodge for the Work and Holiday (subclass 462) before arriving.
• Where do I see live jobs? The list below pulls only roles open to Work and Holiday (subclass 462) holders.