Dutch passport / Working Holiday

Working Holiday in New Zealand for Dutch citizens (2026)

Compare destinations for your Dutch passport. Check the requirements and prepare your application before booking.

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

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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.

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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.

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Visa fee

From NZD 770

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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

Your passport must remain valid at least three 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 in English under the Dutch scheme. Supply requested evidence and inspect the eVisa and entry deadline after approval.

Check previous New Zealand grants and passport validity for three months beyond visa expiry.
Prepare NZD 4,200 plus separate departure resources, full insurance and any required medical/police evidence with certified English translations.
Apply online in English, pay officially and respond to evidence requests.
Save the eVisa and enter within twelve months of issue. An unused previous grant does not simply allow a fresh application.

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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

Keep departure money separate from NZD 4,200 and arrange full medical cover including hospitalisation. Use the Dutch passport rule rather than Belgium’s fifteen-month rule.

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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 departure, funds and insurance evidence. Paid work requires an IRD tax number; read your eVisa employment conditions.

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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

Does an unused previous visa count?

Yes. A previous approval prevents a new first application.

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How long must my passport be valid?

At least three months after visa expiry.

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Is departure included in NZD 4,200?

No. A return/onward ticket or money for it is separate.

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What insurance is needed?

Full medical cover including hospitalisation for the whole stay.

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When must I enter?

Within twelve months of issue.

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Can I take permanent employment?

No. The programme supports temporary jobs, not permanent employment.

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Official sources

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

NZ-NL · Immigration New Zealand - Netherlands Working Holiday Visa

Source checked: 2026-10-16

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NL-NZ-18 · INZ · Dutch scheme, online filing and entry

Source checked: 2026-10-18

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