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South Korea Working Holiday
Thinking of visiting South Korea with a passport from United Kingdom? Here are the Working Holiday requirements and the steps to prepare for your trip.
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- Age18–35 y/o
- Quota5,000 places
- Visa fee0 KRW
- Duration12 months
- Proof of funds3,000,000 KRW
- Observed timelines1 to 3 weeks
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Is it for you?
- 18 to 35 years old at application time, United Kingdom passport
- Proof of funds: 3,000,000 KRW
- Health insurance, min. coverage 40,000,000 KRW
- No dependent children during the stay
- One participation only
- Application from your country of residence
- Passport valid for at least 12 months
- There are 4 more requirement(s) to check. You’ll find the details in the app.
- One participation only
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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.
| Passport | Age | Quota | Fee | Timelines |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Australia | 18–30 y/o | — | 0 KRW | 2 to 4 weeks |
 Belgium | 18–30 y/o | 200 | 0 KRW | 2 to 4 weeks |
 Canada | 18–35 y/o | 12,000 | 121.5 CAD | 2 to 4 weeks |
 France | 18–30 y/o | 2,000 | 0 KRW | 2 to 4 weeks |
 Germany | 18–34 y/o | — | 0 KRW | 2 to 4 weeks |
 Ireland | 18–34 y/o | 800 | 0 KRW | 2 to 4 weeks |
 Italy | 18–30 y/o | 500 | — | 2 to 4 weeks |
 Japan | 18–25 y/o | 3,000 | 0 KRW | 2 to 4 weeks |
 Netherlands | 18–30 y/o | 200 | 0 KRW | 2 to 4 weeks |
 New Zealand | 18–30 y/o | 3,000 | 0 KRW | 2 to 4 weeks |
 Spain | 18–30 y/o | 1,000 | — | 2 to 4 weeks |
 Taiwan | 18–34 y/o | 800 | — | 2 to 4 weeks |
 United Kingdom | 18–35 y/o | 5,000 | 0 KRW | 1 to 3 weeks |
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“—” = not published by the country at the last verification.
The steps, in order
Visa, application, insurance, tickets: we’ll help you prepare each step with the timelines in mind.
Your first steps on the ground: Korean SIM card (KT M / SK Telecom / LG U+) · T-money card (Seoul transit) · Find housing (goshiwon, officetel) · Register at your home consulate · Subscribe health insurance min KRW 40M · Expect compulsory NHIS premiums from month seven — earlier if you are employed.
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
Up to what age can you do a South Korea Working Holiday?
For a United Kingdom passport: from 18 to 35 years old at application time.
Is there a quota for the South Korea Working Holiday?
Yes: 5,000 places for United Kingdom passports (data verified on May 29, 2026).
How long does the South Korea Working Holiday visa take?
Observed timelines: 1 to 3 weeks, varying with the season.
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