Working Holidays is a website with a mission to provide the biggest database for all information about Working Holiday visas. We are building a platform that will provide comprehensive Working Holiday visas information for travelers around the world. Working Holidays will feature a range of travel resources, including visa requirements, documents and process.

All the data is sourced from the official government websites of the countries offering Working Holiday visas.

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It started as my passion project when I was on a Working Holiday visa in Canada. I heard lots of people had trouble navigating government websites, information being scattered around different websites so I decided to build Working Holidays to make the preparation for your trip easier.

A working holiday visa is a residence permit allowing travellers to undertake employment (and sometimes study) in the country issuing the visa to supplement their travel funds. For many young people, holding a working holiday visa enables them to experience living in a foreign country without having to find work sponsorship in advance or going on an expensive university exchange programme.

Currently there are 65 countries worldwide who offer Working Holiday visas.

Applying for a working holiday visa is relatively simple. Depending on your country of origin, you may be able to apply online. Generally, when you apply for a working holiday visa, you will need to provide proof of travel insurance, a valid passport and evidence of sufficient funds to cover your stay. You may also need to provide proof of onward travel arrangements, and complete health and character checks. Once your application is approved, you`ll receive a visa stamp in your passport, allowing you to enter and begin your working holiday.

In order to be eligible for a working holiday visa, you must be between 18 and 30 years of age and hold a valid passport from one of the participating countries. You also need to have sufficient funds to cover your costs while on holiday. Additionally, you must not have dependent children accompanying you during your stay.

A working holiday visa offers young individuals an extended opportunity to live, work, and explore foreign countries, providing invaluable international experience, exposure to diverse cultures, and the chance to form global connections. It opens doors to job opportunities in new territories, facilitates language skills improvement, and fosters the development of transferable skills such as resilience and adaptability. With the flexibility of choosing short or long stays and potential tax breaks, this visa becomes an enticing avenue for both personal and professional growth.

A working holiday visa offers rewarding experiences but comes with considerations. Firstly, its limited duration means it`s not a long-term solution for living abroad. Planning alternative arrangements is necessary for an extended stay. Gaining permanent residency through this visa may be challenging, and there are restrictions on activities like studying or working in specific industries. Job hunting can be tough too, as employers often prefer locals, potentially leading to less ideal or part-time positions. Awareness of these aspects is crucial for a realistic perspective on the challenges of a working holiday visa.