South Korea working holiday visa for Ireland citizens

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

The short answer

Ireland citizens aged 18–34 can get the South Korea Working Holiday (H-1) and live and work in South Korea for up to 12 months. It costs about ~£45. Places: 800/year each side. Age is counted when you apply, not when you travel.

Age window

18–34

Duration

12 months

Cost

~£45

Quota

800/year each side

The conditions that matter

Age raised to 18–34 (since Mar 2023); no extension
Study/training up to 6 months

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 Ireland 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 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 Australia New Zealand Canada United States Germany