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Germany Working Holiday

Germany Working Holiday

At our last check, there was no Working Holiday agreement between your country (United Kingdom) and Germany. You can explore other destinations available with your passport.

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At our last check, there was no Working Holiday agreement between United Kingdom and Germany. The table below shows which passports qualify. You can also explore other destinations in the app.

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By passport

The requirements depend on your passport and where you want to go. Choose your nationality to find the information for your trip. The table shows the passports accepted at our last check.

PassportAgeQuotaFeeTimelines
Japan18–30 y/o—75 EUR2 to 4 weeks
South Korea18–34 y/o—75 EUR2 to 4 weeks
Taiwan18–30 y/o50075 EUR1 to 2 weeks

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“—” = not published by the country at the last verification.

The steps, in order

Before

Visa, application, insurance, tickets: we’ll help you prepare each step with the timelines in mind.

During

Your first steps on the ground: German SIM (O2 / Aldi Talk / Vodafone) · Confirm housing with Wohnungsgeberbestätigung (landlord signed) · If you entered visa-free, contact your local Ausländerbehörde on arrival to book the residence-permit appointment · Take out travel health insurance covering hospital care and repatriation (EUR 30,000+) · Anmeldung — register your address at the Bürgeramt within 14 days of moving in · Register your flat for the Rundfunkbeitrag (public broadcasting fee).

After

We’re here for the trip home too, from closing accounts to taxes and contributions you may be able to claim back. Find the steps for your destination in the app.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Germany Working Holiday open to my passport (United Kingdom)?

At our last check, there was no Working Holiday agreement between United Kingdom and Germany. You can explore destinations available with your passport in the app.

Keep your next steps in your pocket and tick them off at your own pace. The app is free, in your language, and works offline.

Get the free app