South Korea working holiday visa for Belgium citizens

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

The short answer

Belgium 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 ~£40 (€45). Places: ~200 places/year. Age is counted when you apply, not when you travel.

Age window

18–30

Duration

12 months

Cost

~£40 (€45)

Quota

~200 places/year

The conditions that matter

Apply before your 31st birthday; first-time only
~€2,500 funds + return ticket

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 Belgium passports

Australia — ages 18–30, up to 12 months New Zealand — ages 18–30, up to 12 months Canada — ages 18–30, up to 24 months Japan — ages 18–30, up to 12 months Taiwan — ages 18–30, up to 12 months

South Korea rules for other passports

United Kingdom Ireland Australia New Zealand Canada United States