South Korea working holiday visa for Australia citizens

South Korea Working Holiday (H-1) · verified against official sources, 13 July 2026

The short answer

Australia citizens aged 18–30 can get the South Korea Working Holiday (H-1) and live and work in South Korea for up to 12 months. It costs about ~AUD 588 (£300). Age is counted when you apply, not when you travel.

Age window

18–30

Duration

12 months

Cost

~AUD 588 (£300)

Quota

No fixed quota

The conditions that matter

Apply before your 31st birthday
Max 6 months per employer; AUD 5,000 funds

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

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 Taiwan — ages 18–30, up to 12 months Hong Kong — ages 18–30, up to 12 months

South Korea rules for other passports

United Kingdom Ireland New Zealand Canada United States Germany