Training Visa, Subclass 407
The 407 lets an organisation host an overseas person for occupational training that builds their skills, for example for registration in their occupation or in a structured professional development program. It has three stages: the organisation becomes an approved temporary activities sponsor, nominates the training program, and the trainee applies for the visa.
The 407 is for workplace-based training that builds an overseas person’s skills. The host organisation must be an approved sponsor first and have its nomination of the training approved before the visa application can proceed. The training also needs a genuine, structured plan.
- TypeTemporary
- NeedsApproved sponsor and nomination
- StayUp to 2 years
- Leads toNo direct PR pathway
Three stages to a 407 visa
3 stagesA 407 is built in three stages, and each must be approved before the next. If the organisation is already an approved temporary activities sponsor, the process starts at stage 2.
- Employer
- Visa applicant
Stage 1
Sponsorship
Lodged by the organisation
- Approval as a temporary activities sponsor
- The organisation is lawfully operating
- No adverse information about the organisation or the people running it
- It can meet the sponsor obligations
Stage 2
Nomination
Lodged by the organisation
- A program of occupational training of one of the three types below
- A structured program tailored to the trainee’s needs
- A genuine training opportunity, not ordinary work
- No Skilling Australians Fund levy applies
Stage 3
Visa application
Lodged by the trainee
- Named in the approved nomination
- Functional English
- Health and character requirements, and adequate health insurance
- A genuine intention to stay temporarily for the training
This is a summary. Requirements differ by type of training and change over time, so we confirm what applies to your organisation and trainee.
Three types of training nomination
The nomination must fit one of three types of occupational training, and the requirements differ for each.
- Occupational training required for registrationWorkplace-based training the trainee needs to gain registration, membership or a licence for their occupation, in Australia or their home country.
- Occupational training to improve skills in an eligible occupationA structured workplace training program tailored to the trainee, in an eligible occupation, for someone with at least 12 months of full-time experience in it in the last 2 years.
- Occupational training for capacity building overseasUp to 6 months of practical experience, research or observation needed for an overseas qualification, a program supported by a government agency or the trainee’s home government, or professional development for a manager or professional employed overseas.
Overview
The 407 lets an organisation host an overseas person for workplace-based training that builds their skills.
- The host organisation must first be an approved Temporary Activities sponsor, and its nomination of the training must also be approved, before the visa application can proceed.
- The training needs a genuine, structured plan that matches what the visa allows.
Who this suits
Australian organisations hosting overseas trainees or staff for structured training
Overseas companies sending employees to learn skills in Australia
Trainees whose program is a genuine, structured plan rather than ordinary work
Key facts
- Temporary visa for occupational training
- Three stages: sponsorship, nomination of the training program, then the visa application
- Stay of up to 2 years, depending on the training
- No Skilling Australians Fund levy for the nomination
- No direct pathway to permanent residence
Employer fees: sponsorship, nomination and levy
- Temporary activities sponsorship$420
- Nomination for a Training (407) position$170
These are the Department of Home Affairs charges paid by the employer. They can change, so confirm the current amounts with the Department before you lodge. The Skilling Australians Fund levy cannot be passed on to the worker. The visa application charge for the worker is separate, and our professional fees are separate.
What you need to qualify
- The host organisation must be, or become, an approved Temporary Activities sponsor, and its nomination of the training must be approved.
- The training must be a structured program, not ordinary employment, with a clear plan and purpose.
- The trainee must have the background the program assumes, and meet health and character requirements.
- The stay should match the length of the training.
How the process works
- 01Confirm the training and check the 407 is the right visa
- 02The host organisation becomes an approved Temporary Activities sponsor
- 03The host organisation nominates the training, with the training plan and supporting evidence, and the nomination is approved
- 04The trainee lodges the visa application
- 05Respond to any requests, and receive the decision
Documents you will need
- The host organisation’s business records and sponsorship details
- The training plan, with its purpose, content and duration
- The trainee’s passport, identity documents, qualifications and experience
- Police certificates and health examination results when requested
After the visa is granted
- The trainee can do only the training the visa allows.
- The host organisation must meet its sponsorship obligations.
- Changes to the training or its length need to be checked first.
- The 407 has no direct pathway to permanent residence, so we plan for what comes next.
How we help
- Check the 407 is the right visa for the training
- Prepare the sponsorship, the nomination and the training plan
- Lodge the visa application with the right evidence
- Tell you early if a longer-term pathway is a better fit
Common pitfalls
- Using the 407 for work that is really ordinary employment
- Lodging the visa application before the sponsorship and nomination are approved
- A training plan that is too vague to assess
- Assuming the visa can lead to permanent residence
Not sure whether this applies to your business? Ask us
Frequently asked questions
Does the 407 need a sponsor?
Yes. A 407 needs a Temporary Activities sponsor, so the organisation hosting the training must be approved first. It must also nominate the training, and that nomination must be approved before the visa application can proceed.
How long can someone stay on a 407?
Up to 2 years, depending on the training. The length should match the training plan.
Can a 407 lead to permanent residence?
Not directly. If a longer-term outcome matters, we can assess whether another pathway suits you.
Is the 407 the same as the 400?
No. The 400 is for short, specialised work and needs no sponsor. The 407 is for structured training and does need a sponsor.
Talk to us about your sponsorship
Tell us about your business and the role you need to fill. We will review your circumstances and explain the suitable pathway and next steps.