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Japan Working Holiday

Japan Working Holiday

Thinking of visiting Japan with a passport from United Kingdom? Here are the Working Holiday requirements and the steps to prepare for your trip.

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  • Age18–30 y/o
  • Quota6,000 places
  • Visa fee0 JPY
  • Duration12 months
  • Proof of fundssee conditions
  • Observed timelines1 to 2 weeks

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Is it for you?

  • 18 to 30 years old at application time, United Kingdom passport
  • Valid passport
  • No dependent children during the stay
  • Permanent address in your country of citizenship
  • In-person application at the embassy or consulate
  • Return ticket or equivalent funds
  • Single entry, 12-month stay
  • There are 5 more requirement(s) to check. You’ll find the details in the app.
  • A second participation is possible under conditions

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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
Australia18–30 y/o—0 JPY1 to 2 weeks
Canada18–30 y/o6,5000 JPY1 to 2 weeks
France18–30 y/o1,8000 JPY1 weeks
Germany18–30 y/o—0 JPY1 to 2 weeks
Ireland18–30 y/o8000 JPY1 to 2 weeks
Italy18–30 y/o—0 JPY1 to 3 weeks
Netherlands18–30 y/o2000 JPY1 to 2 weeks
New Zealand18–30 y/o—0 JPY1 to 2 weeks
South Korea18–25 y/o10,0000 JPY1 to 4 weeks
Spain18–30 y/o5000 JPY1 to 2 weeks
Taiwan18–30 y/o10,0000 JPY4 to 6 weeks
United Kingdom18–30 y/o6,0000 JPY1 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: Receive your Residence Card (在留カード) at the airport · Carry your Residence Card on you at all times and show it on demand · Submit your customs declaration of accompanied and unaccompanied articles on arrival · Secure temporary accommodation or a share house · Get a Japanese SIM card or mobile plan · Get a personal seal (ハンコ / 印鑑) if your employer or landlord requires one.

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

Up to what age can you do a Japan Working Holiday?

For a United Kingdom passport: from 18 to 30 years old at application time.

Is there a quota for the Japan Working Holiday?

Yes: 6,000 places for United Kingdom passports (data verified on May 29, 2026).

How long does the Japan Working Holiday visa take?

Observed timelines: 1 to 2 weeks, varying with the season.

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.

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