Working Holiday Visa New Zealand Checklist
🇳🇿 New Zealand
A temporary visa allowing eligible young citizens of participating countries to holiday and undertake limited work in New Zealand, subject to country-specific rules.
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Age
Age Eligibility
MandatoryApplicants must generally be between 18 and 30 years old, though the limit is 35 for certain nationalities.
Funds
Maintenance Funds
MandatoryApplicants must show proof of at least NZD 4,200 to support themselves during their stay in New Zealand.
Health
Comprehensive Health Insurance
MandatoryApplicants must hold medical insurance covering hospitalization and repatriation for the entire duration of their stay.
Documents
Passport Validity
MandatoryThe applicant's passport must be valid for at least 15 months beyond the intended date of arrival in New Zealand.
Other
First-Time Applicant Rule
MandatoryApplicants must never have previously been granted a New Zealand Working Holiday Visa, even if it was not used.
No Dependent Children
MandatoryApplicants are not permitted to bring dependent children with them on a Working Holiday Visa.
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