Singapore working holiday visa for New Zealand citizens

Work and Holiday Pass · verified against official sources, 13 July 2026

The short answer

New Zealand citizens aged 18–30 can get the Work and Holiday Pass and live and work in Singapore for up to 12 months. It costs about ~£100 (S$175). Age is counted when you apply, not when you travel.

Age window

18–30

Duration

12 months

Cost

~£100 (S$175)

Quota

No fixed quota

The conditions that matter

University degree or 2+ years of undergraduate study
Max 6 months per employer

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

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 Japan — ages 18–30, up to 12 months South Korea — ages 18–30, up to 12 months Hong Kong — ages 18–30, up to 12 months

Singapore rules for other passports

United Kingdom Australia United States Germany France Netherlands