Belgian passport / Working Holiday

Working Holiday in New Zealand for Belgian citizens (2026)

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Governments can change visa requirements at any time. Always check the official government pages before applying.

Key facts at a glance

Age: 18–30 inclusiveLearn moreReferences: NZ-BE
Length of stay: Up to 12 monthsLearn moreReferences: NZ-BE
Initial funds: At least NZD 4,200Learn moreReferences: NZ-BE
Visa fee: From NZD 770Learn moreReferences: NZ-BE
Annual quota: To be confirmedLearn moreReferences: NZ-BE
Application dates and timing: Enter within 12 months of grantLearn moreReferences: NZ-BE
Language: To be confirmedLearn moreReferences: NZ-BE
Study: Up to 6 monthsLearn moreReferences: NZ-BE
Work: Temporary work; no permanent jobLearn moreReferences: NZ-BE

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Step 1

Check requirements and prepare your language

Age

The age limit applies when applying. Also check residence and previous participation.

References: NZ-BE

Length of stay

Your visa or permit sets your permitted stay. An application is not permission to travel.

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Initial funds

At least NZD 4,200 This is separate from a return/onward ticket or the money to buy one.

References: NZ-BE

Visa fee

From NZD 770

References: NZ-BE

Annual quota

This point is not yet confirmed for your passport. Check the official instructions before booking or applying.

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Application dates and timing

Enter within 12 months of grant

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Language

This point is not yet confirmed for your passport. Check the official instructions before booking or applying.

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Passport

When applying outside New Zealand, the passport must remain valid 15 months after first arrival. Applying inside New Zealand requires 3 months beyond visa expiry.

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Insurance

Comprehensive medical cover for the whole stay

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Documents and participation

You cannot apply again if you were previously granted a New Zealand Working Holiday visa, even if you never used it.

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Step 2

Apply for the visa

Apply online to INZ under the Belgian scheme, respond to evidence requests and inspect the eVisa.

Check first participation and passport: applying abroad requires validity at least fifteen months after arrival.
Prepare funds, separate departure and full medical insurance; provide the requested medical/police evidence.
Use Immigration New Zealand’s online application for your nationality.
Respond to evidence requests, save the eVisa and enter within twelve months after grant.

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Step 3

After approval

Read the entire approval notice: identity, dates, entry deadline and conditions. Keep it available offline. Do not assume the visa starts on your preferred date.

Step 4

Prepare your trip

INZ lists NZD 4,200 and Actiris NZD 4,500. Cautiously prepare NZD 4,500 plus departure; the higher preparation figure is not a confirmed legal minimum.

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Passport, visa and requested evidence accessible offline.
Initial funds, insurance and departure costs checked separately.
First accommodation and airport transport arranged.

Step 5

Start your Working Holiday

Complete the New Zealand Traveller Declaration and carry insurance and departure evidence. Read the work conditions in your eVisa.

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Work

Temporary work; no permanent job

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Study

Study or training is limited to six months in total during this stay. Check the course length before enrolling.

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Through ViveCampus you can request language-course quotes with international-student discounts. Offers may vary by your country of origin and destination. A personalized quote confirms available discounts and the final price. Booking a course does not guarantee a visa.

Study or training is limited to six months in total during this stay. Check the course length before enrolling.

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Frequently asked questions

What funds does INZ specify?

NZD 4,200 plus departure separately; the different Actiris guidance remains explained.

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What passport validity applies?

Applying from abroad: at least fifteen months after arrival.

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Does an unused grant count?

Yes. A previous approval prevents a new first application.

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What insurance is required?

Full medical cover including hospitalisation for the whole stay.

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When must I enter?

Within twelve months after grant. Check the eVisa.

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Does study extend the visa?

No. Study remains limited to six months total.

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Official sources

Research includes source checks from 16 and 18 October 2026; check current requirements with the official government authority.

BE-SCOPE · Actiris - Werkvakantieprogramma

Source checked: 2026-10-16

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NZ-BE · Immigration New Zealand - Belgium Working Holiday Visa

Source checked: 2026-10-16

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BE-NZ-18 · INZ · Belgium scheme and entry

Source checked: 2026-10-18

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