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Working Holiday in New Zealand for Danes (2026)

Check the essential requirements, then follow the five stages to prepare your application and trip.

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

Key facts at a glance

Age
18–30Learn moreReferences: NZ NDC-DK-NZ
Length of stay
Up to 12 monthsLearn moreReferences: NZ NDC-DK-NZ
Initial funds
NZD 4,200 plus departureLearn moreReferences: NZ NDC-DK-NZ
Visa fee
From NZD 770Learn moreReferences: NZ NDC-DK-NZ
Annual quota
To be confirmedLearn moreReferences: NZ NDC-DK-NZ
Application dates and timing
Enter within 12 months of grantLearn moreReferences: NZ NDC-DK-NZ
Language
To be confirmedLearn moreReferences: NZ NDC-DK-NZ
Study
Up to 6 months totalLearn moreReferences: NZ NDC-DK-NZ
Work
Temporary work; up to 3 months per employerLearn moreReferences: NZ NDC-DK-NZ
Traveler beside the water, with shoreline scenery in the background.

Working Holiday in New Zealand for Danes (2026)

Requirements, application steps and preparation before departure.

Step 1

Check requirements and language preparation

Initial funds

NZD 4,200 plus departure Keep initial funds and departure money separate.

References: NZ NDC-DK-NZ

Annual quota

The reviewed evidence does not establish an annual allocation for this passport. A missing number does not mean unlimited participation or remaining places.

References: NZ NDC-DK-NZ

Application dates and timing

Enter within 12 months of grant

References: NZ NDC-DK-NZ

Language

The reviewed checklist establishes no language-test score. Check document language and translations; self-assessment does not replace any official requirement.

References: NZ NDC-DK-NZ

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Passport

If applying in New Zealand, validity must extend 3 months beyond visa expiry.

References: NZ NDC-DK-NZ

Insurance

Full medical insurance throughout Insurance must cover the entire stay; check hospital cover and evidence.

References: NZ NDC-DK-NZ

Documents and participation

A previous unused approval also counts.

References: NZ NDC-DK-NZ

Step 2

Apply through the official route

Apply online to INZ in English. Respond to any medical or police-certificate requests; read the eVisa and entry deadline.

  1. Read the requirements for your passport.
  2. Apply online to INZ in English. Respond to any medical or police-certificate requests; read the eVisa and entry deadline.
  3. Apply through the official route and pay the confirmed charge.
  4. Read the decision before booking travel.
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Step 3

Read your approval and entry conditions

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

Get ready for the trip

Keep initial funds and departure money separate.

  • 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

  1. Read the eVisa: enter within 12 months of grant. A previous unused approval also counts. NDC-DK-NZ
  2. Complete the NZTD. For air travel it can be submitted from 24 hours before the journey begins. NDC-DK-NZ
  3. Have funds, departure plans and full medical and hospital cover ready at the border. A visa does not guarantee entry. NDC-DK-NZ
  4. Arrange a bank account and IRD tax number before work. Observe your visa’s work limits and six-month study limit. NDC-DK-NZ

Language courses · commercial service

Plan a language course for your trip.

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.

Up to 6 months total

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Frequently asked questions

Does the amount include departure?

NZD 4,200 plus departure Keep initial funds and departure money separate.

References: NZ NDC-DK-NZ

Explore language courses →
How long must insurance last?

Full medical insurance throughout Insurance must cover the entire stay; check hospital cover and evidence.

References: NZ NDC-DK-NZ

How long must the passport be valid?

If applying in New Zealand, validity must extend 3 months beyond visa expiry.

References: NZ NDC-DK-NZ

Does previous participation count?

A previous unused approval also counts.

References: NZ NDC-DK-NZ

What work limits apply?

Temporary work; up to 3 months per employer

References: NZ NDC-DK-NZ

How long can I study?

Up to 6 months total

References: NZ NDC-DK-NZ

Official sources

Research consulted: 17 October 2026. Check current requirements with the issuing authority before applying.

2026-10-17 · Governments can change visa requirements at any time. Always check the official government pages before applying.

NZ · Immigration New Zealand - passport-specific Working Holiday

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2026-10-18 · Governments can change visa requirements at any time. Always check the official government pages before applying.

NDC-DK-NZ · INZ · current passport-specific guidance

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