New Zealand is also a signatory to the working holiday visa pact with a few countries. This has significantly helped a cultural exchange between these nations by allowing youth from these countries to experience life in New Zealand by working on their travels. If this suits your interest find out more or contact us to know the eligibility criteria and conditions.
The New Zealand working holiday visa allows youth from eligible countries to take up temporary employment in New Zealand while on a holiday. New Zealand is a beautiful island country with warm and friendly residents which attracts travelers from all over. This scheme helps people from certain countries explore New Zealand and fund their travels.
The age limit and duration of visa varies as per your country of citizenship. You must be between the age group of 18-30 years when applying. You can apply for a 12 month visa or a 23 month visa depending on your nationality. You can also undertake a short term course of study for a total duration of 6 months.
Basic Requirements:
Financial Requirements:
In order to be eligible for the New Zealand Working Holiday Visa, you will need to have a minimum of NZ$4200 in available funds to cover your stay in New Zealand. Such evidence may be requested on arrival.
UK and Canada
Applicants from the UK can choose between a 12 month or a 23 month Working Holiday Visa for New Zealand.
Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (SAR)
Applicants under this catergory, must have a British National Overseas or HKSAR passport valid for at least 3 months after the planned departure from New Zealand. You cannot work for one employer for more than 3 months.
Japan
You will need to have a minimum of NZ$4200 in available funds to cover your stay in New Zealand.
Korea
You will not be permitted to work for any one employer for more than 3 months
Malaysia
Citizens of Malaysia will be issued a travel visa for 12 months and on arrival in New Zealand will be issued a Work Permit for a maximum of 6 months.
Singapore
To be eligible for the Working Holiday Visa, you must be either an undergraduate student or have graduated within the last three years from a Singaporean university or polytechnic. If you are an undergraduate wanting to gain work experience in New Zealand before completing your study in Singapore you must:
You will be issued a visa for travel for 12 months and upon arrival in New Zealand you will be granted a Work Permit for a maximum of 6 months.
Thailand
To be eligible for a Working Holiday Visa to New Zealand you must have: