Uruguay Work and Holiday (Subclass 462) Annual Quota Increase to 1,500 Places
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Policy effect
From 1 July 2026, up to 1,500 first Work and Holiday (subclass 462) visas are available each program year to eligible passport holders from Uruguay.
Conditions and exceptions
Validated condition or limit: From 1 July 2026, up to 1,500 first Work and Holiday (subclass 462) visas are available each program year to eligible passport holders from Uruguay.
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Cap increase for Uruguay From 1 July 2026, up to 1,500 first Work and Holiday (subclass 462) visas are available each program year to eligible passport holders from Uruguay. … This increase finalises a previously agreed amendment to the Work and Holiday (subclass 462) arrangement between Australia and Uruguay.
Department of Home AffairsDepartment of Home Affairs, 'Working holiday Maker program - latest news', 25 August 2026.Open official source
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