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Working Holiday Visa

12-month visa for young people (18-30) from eligible countries to travel and work in New Zealand.

Estimated Cost

$280

Processing Time

~14 days

Validity

12 months

Description

New Zealand's Working Holiday Visa allows young people to fund their travels through temporary work. Duration and age limits vary by country. Some nationalities can extend to 23 months by completing specified seasonal work.

Official informationLast updated: 2025-08-01

Timeline

Processing Time
7 days – 1 months

Average: 14 days

Visa Validity
1 year

No Residency Path

No Citizenship Path

Eligibility

Age:18+, under 35

Requirements

Age 18-30 (35 for some countries)*

Eligible nationality*

NZD 4,200+ in funds*

Return ticket or funds for one*

Cost Breakdown

FeeAmountType
Application fee$280One-time
Estimated Total$280