South Korea working holiday visa for France citizens

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

The short answer

France 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 Free. Age is counted when you apply, not when you travel.

Age window

18–30

Duration

12 months

Cost

Free

Quota

No fixed quota

The conditions that matter

Apply before your 31st birthday
Proof of funds + insurance

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 France passports

Australia — ages 18–35, up to 12 months New Zealand — ages 18–30, up to 12 months Canada — ages 18–35, up to 24 months Japan — ages 18–30, up to 12 months Argentina — ages 18–35, 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