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Mates Visa Australia Subclass 403

Your Temporary Mobility Gateway to Down Under

The MATES Program Visa 403, or MATES Visa Australia, is a temporary mobility option for graduates and young professionals from India. This unique scheme lets deserving candidates to live and further their careers in Down Under for up to 2 years without the need for employer sponsorship. Be engaged under the terms and conditions of a bilateral agreement between the Australian Government, or a state/territory government, and a government of another country and travel to and from Australia as many times as you want while your visa is valid.

Starting From INR 95,000 + GST

DurationUp to 2 Years
Processing6-10 Months
Visa FeeA$405 (approx.)
98%Visa Approvals
5,000+Interviews Received

Eligibility Criteria

Verify your parameters to make your Mates Visa Australia Subclass 403 application hassle-free.

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Language

Proficient in English language is mandatory. IELTS language test must be done before you start the visa application. IELTS score must not be lower than 5.0.

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Education

Applicants who Graduated within the last two years from an eligible institution with a Bachelor’s degree or higher in a specific stream are eligible.

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Age

According to early invitation rules, applicants must be 30 or younger at the time of application.

Why Choose Mates Visa Australia Subclass 403?

Under the bilateral MATES mobility program, candidates can build their careers and gain valuable experience in Australia.

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Recognized Qualifications

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Education Opportunities

Fast Application

Part Time Work

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Professional Growth

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Language Support

Visa Requirements & Process Duration

Standard documents required for a MATES subclass 403 visa application.

Passport
Proof of Funds

Visa Approval Timeline

4-6 Months320 applicants (25%)
6-10 Months700 applicants (55%)
11-14 Months248 applicants (20%)

Visa delays typically result from document errors or policy changes.

This data is based on first 1,268 enrollments received in 2024-2025

How Visa Process work

We guide you step-by-step from consultations and documents verification to VFS submittal and arrival.

Step 1

Apply on WorkAbroad

Fill out our enquiry form, and our experts will reach out to assist you!

Step 2

Counselling Call

After checking your eligibility, you will receive a counselling call from our experts to discuss your options!

Step 3

Webinar

You will be invited for a webinar for a detailed session with a certified immigration advisor to explore your options!

Step 4

Enrollment

We will be finalising the enrollment process on this step

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Your Documents Are Verified

Your documents will be verified by our legal team for accuracy and compliance. We’ll submit your visa to VFS for you

Step 6

Your Visa Gets Processed

Your visa submission will be processed and submitted to the respective authorities.

Step 7

Job Search Assistance

Get personalised job search assistance to help you find the perfect opportunity!

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Post Landing Services

Fly to your destination and enjoy our comprehensive post-landing services!

High-Paying Jobs in Australia

Australia offers highly competitive salaries for skilled professionals across growth sectors.

Job TitleSalaries RangeAverage Pay
Mechanical EngineerA$85,000 - A$159,000A$85,000
Data ScientistA$110,000 - A$130,000A$110,000
SurgeonA$150,000 - A$600,000A$350,000
Software EngineerA$70,000 - A$180,000A$100,000
Construction ManagerA$90,000 - A$250,000A$150,000

Visa Rejection Reasons

Be aware of key factors that can negatively impact your visa request and trigger rejections.

Lack of Financial Evidence

Having no proof that one has sufficient money to spend during their stay, either through bank statements or financial guarantees, will result in a visa denial.

Inadequate or Inaccurate Documentation

Failure to prepare proper or inadequate documents leads to a direct rejection since all the documentation has to be perfect.

Previous Violation of Visa or Criminal Record

Staying beyond visa, breaching immigration rules, or even having a criminal record previously can be another important reason for your visa denial.

Failure to Provide Strong Ties in Your Country

Inability to show any strong personal, professional, or financial connections to your home country may raise a question over your intention to return.

Improper Justification of Purpose for Visit

Failure or ambiguity in explaining the purposes for visiting a country or failing to provide evidence like itineraries or invitation letters may result in your visa rejection.

Starting From INR 95,000 + GST

Hear Straight from our Candidate

Real success stories of candidates who secured their MATES subclass 403 visa with WorkAbroad.

"The MATES visa opened a huge gateway for me as a recent graduate. WorkAbroad helped verify all my degree certificates and lodge my file flawlessly."

Amit PatelMar 2026

"Landed in Sydney under the bilateral MATES scheme. Absolute game-changer for Indian graduates looking for international exposure."

Nisha RaoJun 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions answered about MATES Visa duration, ballot opening schedules, quota caps, and eligible streams.

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