New Zealand working holiday visa for Singapore citizens
Singapore Work Exchange Programme visa · verified against official sources, 26 July 2026
The short answer
Singapore citizens aged 18–30 can get the Singapore Work Exchange Programme visa and live and work in New Zealand for up to 12 months. It costs about From NZD 770. Places: 300/yr. Age is counted when you apply, not when you travel.
Age window
18–30
Duration
12 months
Cost
From NZD 770
Quota
300/yr
The conditions that matter
- Aged 18–30; university qualification or 2+ years study
- ~NZD 2,250 funds + insurance
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 New Zealand: costs & pay
The visa gets you in — this is whether it adds up. Real figures for New Zealand, so you can weigh what you'll earn against what you'll spend.
Cost of living
Mid-range
Price level 90 · World Bank
Typical pay
23.95 NZD/hr
Minimum wage