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New Zealand Working Holiday Visa

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About The Working Holiday Visa For New Zealand

General Information

The New Zealand Working Holiday Visa is available to young people aged 18-30 or 18-35 for nationals of certain countries.

If your application for this visa is successful, you will be entitled to travel and work in the country for up to 12 months.

Citizens of Canada can stay in New Zealand for up to 23 months on this visa, whereas citizens of the UK can stay for up to 36 months in total.

This gives you plenty of time to experience everything that New Zealand has to offer.

You can apply for the New Zealand Working Holiday Visa online with Visa First.

We will boost your chances of a successful application and save you time waiting in line at the embassy!

Eligibility

You can apply for the New Zealand Working Holiday Visa if:

  • Must be between 18 and 30 years of age (or 18 to 35 where applicable)
  • Hold a passport from an eligible country
  • You must be of good health, and good character (no criminal convictions)
  • You must obtain a thorough medical insurance for the length of your stay
  • Your passport is valid for at least another 15 months
NZ Working Holiday Visa Requirements

In order to apply for the New Zealand Working Holiday Visa, you will be required to provide a number of documents. These may include:

  • Completed application form
New Zealand Working Holiday Visa Processing Time

The processing time for the NZ working holiday visa depends on the Immigration Office

Cost

NZ Working Holiday Visa cost starts from

€380
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Frequently Asked Questions

Typically the age requirement for the New Zealand Working Holiday Visa is 18 to 30, however, you can be aged up to 35 if you are from the following countries:

  • Argentina
  • Canada
  • Chile
  • Czech
  • Finland
  • Hungary
  • Slovakia
  • Uruguay

Typically, applicants are required to demonstrate they have enough funds to cover living expenses, accommodation, and travel.

This amount can vary based on factors such as the length of stay and individual circumstances. However, the minimum recommended amount is NZD $4,200 for a 12-month stay or NZD $350 a month.

If you are a citizen of one of the following countries, you are eligible for a New Zealand Working Holiday Visa:

Argentina, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Croatia, Czech, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Hungary, Hong Kong, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Korea, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Malta, Mexico, Netherlands, Norway, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, United Kingdom, USA, Uruguay, Vietnam

With a working holiday visa in New Zealand, you can generally work in various industries throughout the country. Here are some example:

  • Hospitality: cafes, restaurants, bars, and hotels
  • Tourism: tour guiding, adventure tourism, and related activities
  • Agriculture: fruit picking, farm work, and agricultural labor
  • Retail: shops and stores
  • Office administration: administrative and clerical roles
  • Construction: laboring, carpentry, and related trades
  • Healthcare: healthcare assistant or caregiver
  • Education: tutoring, teaching assistant roles, or educational support

Note that the specific jobs you can apply for will depend on your skills, experience, and the job market demand in the area where you’re located in New Zealand.

Yes, you can apply for a New Zealand working holiday visa without needing a job offer beforehand.

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