Ballot aims to make system more equitable for those from China, India and Vietnam while also tightening temporary migrationGet our morning and afternoon news emails, free app or daily news podcastBackpacker visas for citizens of certain countries will be handed out by lottery in only the second time Australia has used such a system, as the federal government escalates its crackdown on temporary migration.Hopeful working holidaymakers from China, India and Vietnam will have to pay $25 to enter a randomised ballot for a limited number of visas from July 2024.Sign up for Guardian Australia’s free morning and afternoon email newsletters for your daily news roundup Continue reading…
Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/article/2024/may/18/australian-government-launches-working-holiday-visa-lottery-for-some-applicants
Author : Luca Ittimani
Publish date : 2024-05-17 17:00:43
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