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New Zealand Working Holiday
Thinking of visiting New Zealand 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
- Quota15,000 places
- Visa fee770 NZD
- Duration12 months (extendable to 36)
- Proof of fundssee conditions
- Observed timelines1 to 3 weeks
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Is it for you?
- 18 to 35 years old at application time, United Kingdom passport
- No dependent children during the stay
- Health insurance for the whole stay
- Return ticket or equivalent funds
- Study limited to 6 months
- There are 2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Belgium | 18–30 y/o | — | 770 NZD | 1 to 3 weeks |
 France | 18–30 y/o | — | 770 NZD | 1 to 3 weeks |
 Germany | 18–30 y/o | — | 770 NZD | 1 to 3 weeks |
 Ireland | 18–30 y/o | — | 770 NZD | 1 to 3 weeks |
 Italy | 18–30 y/o | — | 770 NZD | 1 to 3 weeks |
 Japan | 18–30 y/o | — | 770 NZD | 1 to 3 weeks |
 Netherlands | 18–30 y/o | — | 770 NZD | 1 to 3 weeks |
 South Korea | 18–30 y/o | 3,000 | 770 NZD | 1 to 3 weeks |
 Spain | 18–30 y/o | 2,000 | 770 NZD | 1 to 3 weeks |
 Taiwan | 18–30 y/o | 600 | 770 NZD | 1 to 3 weeks |
 United Kingdom | 18–35 y/o | 15,000 | 770 NZD | 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: Submit the NZ Traveller Declaration — declare that you hold a temporary entry class visa (your WHV) · Declare or bin all food, plants and used outdoor gear — undeclared risk goods risk a NZ$400 instant fine · New Zealand SIM (Spark / 2degrees / Skinny) · Open bank account (ANZ / ASB / BNZ / Kiwibank) · Check health insurance covers your whole stay — required except Ireland, Japan, Malaysia, UK · IRD number (Inland Revenue) — else taxed 45%.
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 New Zealand Working Holiday?
For a United Kingdom passport: from 18 to 35 years old at application time.
Is there a quota for the New Zealand Working Holiday?
Yes: 15,000 places for United Kingdom passports (data verified on May 29, 2026).
How long does the New Zealand Working Holiday visa take?
Observed timelines: 1 to 3 weeks, varying with the season.
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