Subclass 407 Visa: Training Plan & Sponsor
How the Training visa works in practice: the three training types, what a strong training plan includes, and what the sponsoring organisation must do.
Reviewed by Muskaan Ahuja, Registered Migration Agent (MARN 2418455) · Last reviewed
In short: The Training visa (subclass 407) lets you complete structured workplace-based training in Australia for up to two years. An approved organisation sponsors you and nominates a training program, supported by a detailed training plan linked to your occupation or field of study.
Who this visa suits
- Professionals needing training for registration or a licence
- Workers improving skills in their current occupation
- Organisations running structured professional development
| Training for registration | Training needed to gain occupational registration or a licence |
|---|---|
| Skill improvement | Training to improve skills in your current occupation or field |
| Professional development | A structured program, often for managers or professionals from overseas |
| Stay | Up to 2 years |
| Work | Only as part of the approved training |
Official information: Training visa (407). Part of our Training visa services.
Requirements
The main requirements. We check each one against your situation before you apply.
Approved sponsor
A temporary activities sponsor (or government agency).
Training plan
Structured, supervised and time-bound.
Relevant training
Linked to your occupation or study.
English
May be required, depending on the training.
Health insurance
Plus health and character checks.
Temporary stay
A genuine intention to stay temporarily.
Document checklist
Most applications need the following. Your exact list depends on your circumstances; we give you a personalised checklist.
- Sponsor approval and nomination
- Detailed training plan (activities, hours, supervision, outcomes)
- CV, qualifications and employment references
- Evidence the training relates to your occupation
- English test (if required), passport, police and health checks
- Health insurance
Costs
| Visa | Main applicant | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Training (407) | Check the estimator | The charge changed on 1 July 2026. |
*Indicative range only. Government visa charges change often (usually each 1 July) and depend on your circumstances and family members. Your total cost may also include our professional service fee and other costs such as health checks, police certificates, skills assessments and translations. Terms and conditions apply. Confirm the current amount for your family in the official Visa Pricing Estimator, or ask us for a fixed written quote before any work starts.
Step by step
- Design the programMatch the training type to your goals.
- SponsorshipThe organisation becomes a sponsor.
- Nomination and training planClear activities, supervision and outcomes.
- Visa applicationWith your supporting evidence.
- DecisionAfter checks and any requests.
- Train and complyKeep to the approved program.
Common mistakes and refusal reasons
- A training plan that looks like ordinary work
- Training not linked to your background
- Missing supervision details
- Planning paid work outside the program
For ongoing jobs, see the 482; for events, research and special programs, the 408.
Recent changes
1 July 2026: The 407 charge changed; check the official estimator.
Questions
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- Registered migration agentMuskaan Ahuja, MARN 2418455
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