Millions more Britons can now live and work in Australia after the age limit for work and holiday visas was raised to 35.
The age limit has been extended from 30 for all British citizens, meaning 16 million adults are now eligible.
It will also make it easier for Australians to work and travel in the UK.
It follows an agreement between New Zealand and the UK to extend work and holiday visas up to age 35.
The plan will allow Britons to work and live in Australia for up to three years from July 1, 2024, and various restrictions on the type of work visitors can do will be lifted.
In a rule dating back more than a decade, British working holiday tourists had to complete 88 days of farm work if they wanted to stay in Australia, for each additional year they wanted to stay.
These rules are now being relaxed, allowing visitors to work more freely across all industries.
The three-year assignment does not have to be consecutive and can be taken at any time up to age 35.
Sally Cope, UK regional general manager for Tourism Australia, said there has recently been a lot of interest from overseas travelers in the big sporting events coming to Australia in the coming years.
“It’s an exciting time and these big sporting events, like the FIFA women’s soccer world cup and the Brisbane 2032 Olympic Games, offer the kind of temporary contract work that young visitors want.”
According to Tourism Australia, there are around 35,000 UK arrivals on working and holiday visas each year and many stay on.
The restrictions are also being relaxed for Australians. As of February 2024, the age range will rise to 35, instead of 30, and they will be able to stay for three years instead of two.
Australia is a popular destination for young people, among Europeans.
In addition to lifestyle attractions, salaries are slightly higher than in many European countries.
The Australian minimum wage is currently $21.38 (£11.22) and the UK minimum wage is £10.42 for those aged 23 and over.
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