New Zealand working holiday visa for Poland citizens

Poland Working Holiday Visa · verified against official sources, 13 July 2026

The short answer

Poland citizens aged 18–30 can get the Poland Working Holiday Visa and live and work in New Zealand for up to 12 months. It costs about ~£200 (NZD ~420). Places: 100/year. Age is counted when you apply, not when you travel.

Age window

18–30

Duration

12 months

Cost

~£200 (NZD ~420)

Quota

100/year

The conditions that matter

Apply before your 31st birthday
~NZD 4,200 funds; 3 months max per employer

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

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 Poland passports

Australia — ages 18–30, up to 12 months Canada — ages 18–35, up to 12 months Japan — ages 18–30, up to 12 months South Korea — ages 18–30, up to 12 months Taiwan — ages 18–30, up to 12 months Argentina — ages 18–30, up to 12 months

New Zealand rules for other passports

United Kingdom Ireland Canada United States Germany France