NEW ZEALAND
WORK AND HOLIDAY
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Which countries can apply for this visa?
REQUIREMENTS TO APPLY FOR WORK AND HOLIDAY
Have a valid passport from one of the eligible countries. When you apply online, you must provide your passport information. The passport must be valid for at least 15 months after your arrival in New Zealand.
In some countries it varies, but as a general rule, it is between 18 and 30 years. If you turn 31 once you have applied for a visa, you will have no problem, you will be able to travel anyway. There are some countries where it is extended to 35 years of age. (Argentina, Canada, Chile, Czech Republic, Finland, Hungary, Slovakia, Uruguay).
Have at least NZD 4200 plus the return flight ticket or the amount to be able to purchase it.
- Not having participated in a Working Holiday.
- Not having had any visa denied or cancelled.
It is only mandatory for some nationalities. 3 years of tertiary education (Peru, Thailand, Turkey and Vietnam).
- The application is online. During the application it has to be taken into account:
– Comply with health requirements. They could ask for a medical examination.
– Comply with character requirements.
– Sign Australia’s statement of values.
– Make the payment of the application.
- Have no one in charge: No one can be added to your visa.
- Medical insurance: You must have medical insurance that covers your entire stay.
- English level: It is only mandatory for some nationalities. Demonstrate that you have at least a functional level of the language (Peru, Thailand, Turkey and Vietnam).
- Letter of support from the government: Only mandatory for some nationalities. (Thailand)
NECESSARY DOCUMENTATION
A copy of your passport pages. This should show the details of your information, including the date of issue and expiration date of your passport.
- Your birth certificate must show your full name and the names of both parents. If you are unable to provide a birth certificate, one of the following will be required:
– Family records showing names and dates of birth.
– Identity documents issued by a government authority.
– An official document certifying your identity issued by a court of law.
* Evidence of your name change (if applicable).
- The photos must be:
– Passport size– Less than 6 months
– Good quality color. Laser copies are not accepted
– A complete view of the head and shoulders
– Shot against a plain light-colored background
– You can wear non-polarized prescription glasses.
Proof that you have enough money to support yourself. Generally, you are required to show that you have about NZD 4,200, including money to pay for your arrangements to leave Australia after your visa ends.
Copy of the academic transcript together with a certified translation.
Copy of the English certificate, which proves that you have a functional level.
Only countries of origin where required.
Good Character Form and Signature of New Zealand Securities Declaration. (Online Application).
REQUIREMENTS TO APPLY FOR WORK AND HOLIDAY
Have a valid passport from one of the eligible countries. When you apply online, you must provide your passport information. The passport must be valid for at least 15 months after your arrival in New Zealand.
In some countries it varies, but as a general rule, it is between 18 and 30 years. If you turn 31 years old once you have applied for a visa, you will not have any problems, you will be able to travel anyway. There are some countries where it is extended to 35 years of age. (Argentina, Canada, Chile, Czech Republic, Finland, Hungary, Slovakia, Uruguay).
Have at least NZD 4200 plus the return airfare or the amount to be able to purchase it.
- Not having participated in a Working Holiday.
- Not having had any visa denied or cancelled.
It is only mandatory for some nationalities. 3 years of tertiary education (Peru, Thailand, Turkey and Vietnam).
- The application is online. During the application it has to be taken into account:
– Comply with health requirements. They could ask for a medical examination.
– Comply with character requirements.
– Sign Australia’s statement of values.
– Make the payment of the application.
- Have no one in charge: No one can be added to your visa.
- Medical insurance: You must have medical insurance that covers your entire stay.
- English level: It is only mandatory for some nationalities. Demonstrate that you have at least a functional level of the language (Peru, Thailand, Turkey and Vietnam).
- Letter of support from the government: Only mandatory for some nationalities. (Thailand)
NECESSARY DOCUMENTATION
A copy of your passport pages. This should show the details of your information, including the date of issue and expiration date of your passport.
- Your birth certificate must show your full name and the names of both parents. If you are unable to provide a birth certificate, one of the following will be required:
– Family records showing names and dates of birth.
– Identity documents issued by a government authority.
– An official document certifying your identity issued by a court of law.
* Evidence of your name change (if applicable).
- The photos must be:
– Passport size– Less than 6 months
– Good quality color. Laser copies are not accepted
– A complete view of the head and shoulders
– Shot against a plain light-colored background
– You can wear non-polarized prescription glasses.
Proof that you have enough money to support yourself. Generally, you are required to show that you have about NZD 4,200, including money to pay for your arrangements to leave Australia after your visa ends.
Copy of the academic transcript together with a certified translation.
Copy of the English certificate, which proves that you have a functional level.
Only countries of origin where required.
Good Character Form and Signature of New Zealand Securities Declaration. (Online Application).
BENEFITS OF OBTAINING A WORKING HOLIDAY
- Stay: Stay up to 12 months in the country from the date of arrival, in some cases up to 36 months.
- Multi-entry: Once you have entered the country and your visa has been activated, you can enter and leave the country as many times as you wish.
- Work: You can work during the time of your stay. Each country has a restriction.
- Studies: You can study for a maximum of 6 months.
- The application is made online, from the New Zealand government website https://onlineservices.immigration.govt.nz/?WHS.
- Create an immigration account.
- Fill in the form with your data, as they are in the passport.
- Upload the requested documents.
- Make the visa payment.
This visa is priced at 455 NZD.
The Working Holiday, it is advisable to apply for it at the time of the opening of the deadlines, which is usually in January. Please note that the government grants visas on a first-come, first-served basis and there are a limited number of visas that vary from country to country.
You can stay for one year in New Zealand on a working vacation visa. Once your visa is granted, you have 12 months to enter New Zealand and use your visa. Your visa will be activated as soon as you enter the country. In case you do not use the visa one year after it is granted, your visa will no longer be valid and this time limit will not be extended.
Once you enter the country you will have between 6 and 36 months, depending on your nationality.
You cannot stay longer on a Working Holiday. However, you may be eligible for a visitor visa that will extend your stay in New Zealand, but you must show convincing evidence of why you need to stay to qualify for a visitor visa.
No, your family members cannot apply to join your visa. In case you have dependent children, it would also not be possible for them to join.
You are allowed to study for six months with a Working Holiday. In case your study program lasts longer, you must apply for a student visa.
You can travel as much as necessary, but keep in mind that time spent outside Australia counts towards your one-year validity period.
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