Working Holiday visas for Chinese citizens (2026)

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Mainland Chinese passport scope. Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan passport routes have separate conditions; residence alone does not determine eligibility.

Two researched destinations for mainland Chinese passport holders. This selection does not establish current application availability. Check current requirements with the issuing authority before applying.

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Destinations

Oceania

Australia

Age: 18–30 years

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Oceania

New Zealand

Age: 18–30 years

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Two destinations, different application routes

Australia requires ballot selection before a first subclass 462 application. New Zealand uses its own China-specific scheme, with residence, verified school qualification and English-test requirements.

Read each guide before preparing documents. A ballot registration, an annual quota and a visa approval are different things. This research selection is not a worldwide absence claim for other routes.

References

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Frequently asked questions

Does Australia ballot selection mean I can travel?

No. Selection allows the next application step; you still need to satisfy the visa requirements and receive a grant.

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Are the English requirements the same?

No. China’s New Zealand scheme requires a test; Australia also accepts qualifying English-medium education.

What if I am over 30?

The two researched schemes have an 18–30 range. Other travel or language-study routes need their own visa and work-rights checks.

Does a language course provide work rights?

Check visa and study limits separately. A course does not guarantee a visa, employment or work permission.

Official sources

Research consulted: 18 October 2026. Check current requirements with the issuing authority before applying.