Chile working holiday visa for Ireland citizens

Ireland–Chile Working Holiday · verified against official sources, 13 July 2026

The short answer

Ireland citizens aged 18–30 can get the Ireland–Chile Working Holiday and live and work in Chile for up to 12 months. Age is counted when you apply, not when you travel.

Age window

18–30

Duration

12 months

Cost

See official site

Quota

No fixed quota

The conditions that matter

Apply before your 31st birthday, from outside Chile
Funds + insurance + police + medical certificates

Apply on the official site Check all your options Packaged working holidays in Chile

Guidance only — youth-mobility rules, ages, quotas and fees change. Always confirm on the official government page before you book flights or apply.

Other countries open to Ireland passports

Australia — ages 18–35, up to 12 months New Zealand — ages 18–30, up to 12 months Canada — ages 18–35, up to 24 months Japan — ages 18–30, up to 12 months South Korea — ages 18–34, up to 12 months Taiwan — ages 18–30, up to 12 months

Chile rules for other passports

Australia France Poland