Netherlands working holiday visa for South Korea citizens
Working Holiday Scheme (WHS) permit · verified against official sources, 26 July 2026
The short answer
South Korea citizens aged 18–30 can get the Working Holiday Scheme (WHS) permit and live and work in Netherlands for up to 12 months. It costs about ~EUR 210. Age is counted when you apply, not when you travel.
Age window
18–30
Duration
12 months
Cost
~EUR 210
Quota
No fixed quota
The conditions that matter
- Aged 18–30; work incidental
- Apply via the IND
Guidance only — youth-mobility rules, ages, quotas and fees change. Always confirm on the official government page before you book flights or apply.
Living in Netherlands: costs & pay
The visa gets you in — this is whether it adds up. Real figures for Netherlands, so you can weigh what you'll earn against what you'll spend.
Cost of living
Mid-range
Price level 87 · World Bank
Typical pay
14.99 EUR/hr
Minimum wage