Portugal working holiday visa for Australia citizens

Youth Mobility (Work and Holiday) · verified against official sources, 13 July 2026

The short answer

Australia citizens aged 18–30 can get the Youth Mobility (Work and Holiday) and live and work in Portugal for up to 12 months. It costs about ~£77 (€90). Places: 200 places/year. Age is counted when you apply, not when you travel.

Age window

18–30

Duration

12 months

Cost

~£77 (€90)

Quota

200 places/year

The conditions that matter

Apply before your 31st birthday; tertiary qualification + functional Portuguese
Work max 6 months

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

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 Australia passports

United Kingdom — ages 18–35, up to 36 months Ireland — ages 18–35, up to 12 months Canada — ages 18–35, up to 24 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

Portugal rules for other passports

New Zealand