Japan working holiday visa for New Zealand citizens

Japan Working Holiday visa · verified against official sources, 13 July 2026

The short answer

New Zealand citizens aged 18–30 can get the Japan Working Holiday visa and live and work in Japan for up to 12 months. It costs about Free. Age is counted when you apply, not when you travel.

Age window

18–30

Duration

12 months

Cost

Free

Quota

No fixed quota

The conditions that matter

Apply before your 31st birthday
Proof of funds + onward ticket

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

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 New Zealand passports

United Kingdom — ages 18–35, up to 36 months Ireland — ages 18–30, up to 12 months Canada — ages 18–35, up to 23 months South Korea — ages 18–30, up to 12 months Hong Kong — ages 18–30, up to 12 months Singapore — ages 18–30, up to 12 months

Japan rules for other passports

United Kingdom Ireland Australia Canada Germany France