South Korea working holiday visa for United Kingdom citizens

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

The short answer

United Kingdom citizens aged 18–35 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. Age is counted when you apply, not when you travel.

Age window

18–35

Duration

12 months

Cost

~£45

Quota

No fixed quota

The conditions that matter

UK is a special-arrangement country allowed up to age 35 (standard is 30)
Apply at KVAC London; proof of funds + onward 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 United Kingdom passports

Australia — ages 18–35, up to 12 months New Zealand — ages 18–35, up to 36 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

Ireland Australia New Zealand Canada United States Germany