Age
The documented application age is 18–30 inclusive. All other conditions still apply.
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Austrian passport / Working Holiday
Japan Working Holiday for Austrian 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
- 18–30Learn moreReferences: AT-JP
- Length of stay
- Up to 12 monthsLearn moreReferences: AT-JP
- Initial funds
- To be confirmedLearn moreReferences: AT-JP
- Visa fee
- No visa feeLearn moreReferences: AT-JP
- Annual quota
- 200 per yearLearn moreReferences: AT-JP-20261018
- Application dates and timing
- Apply at most three months before arrivalLearn moreReferences: AT-JP
- Language
- To be confirmedLearn moreReferences: AT-JP-20261018
- Study
- To be confirmedLearn moreReferences: AT-JP-20261018
- Work
- Work secondary to the holidayLearn moreReferences: AT-JP
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Requirements, application steps and preparation before departure.
Step 1
Check requirements and prepare your language
Length of stay
The programme allows up to 12 months; your actual permission determines its dates and conditions.
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Initial funds
The embassy requires initial funds and return arrangements; credit cards and overdrafts are not accepted as sufficient evidence. Confirm the required amount with the issuing authority.
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Visa fee
The visa is fee-free; document and travel costs remain separate.
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Annual quota
The embassy states an annual cap of 200 participants; this does not establish whether applications can still be accepted.
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Application dates and timing
Apply no earlier than three months before intended arrival. At least one personal appearance is required; email submission is not accepted.
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Language
This embassy research does not establish a specific language test. Japanese can help with daily life and job applications; a course does not replace visa requirements.
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Provide the valid passport and required copies. A specific minimum remaining validity is not established here.
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Insurance
The checklist lists a declaration(Form D) or a copy of overseas travel insurance. Confirm the cover needed for your trip; a minimum amount is not established here.
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Documents and participation
Since December 2024 two separate one-year participations are possible, each applied for by age 30. Apply only through the Japanese embassy in Vienna.
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Step 2
Apply for the visa
Read Vienna’s Austrian-passport instructions and plan at least one personal visit. Prepare forms, photo, CV, plan, typed explanation and funds evidence, with originals and copies. Apply no earlier than three months before arrival. Confirm the permitted post or personal sequence; no email filing. Arrange the required personal passport collection and read the granted conditions before travel or work. AT-JP-20261018
- Read Vienna’s Austrian-passport instructions and plan at least one personal visit.
- Prepare forms, photo, CV, plan, typed explanation and funds evidence, with originals and copies.
- Apply no earlier than three months before arrival. Confirm the permitted post or personal sequence; no email filing.
- Arrange the required personal passport collection and read the granted conditions before travel or work.
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 funds evidence, insurance and a decision copy. Work limits and stay length are different.
- 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
Register your address with the municipality within 14 days. Before leaving and returning, check special re-entry permission so you do not unintentionally lose your residence status.
Work
Work must remain secondary to the holiday; prohibited entertainment-sector jobs are excluded.
Study
A maximum language-course duration is not established by this guidance. Confirm your intended course with the embassy before committing.
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Prepare your language skills for the 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.
A maximum language-course duration is not established by this guidance. Confirm your intended course with the embassy before committing.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I participate twice?
Since 1 December 2024, two separate one-year participations are possible. You must be no older than 30 at each application.
Must I attend in Vienna?
At least one personal appearance is required. The page allows initial post or representative filing with personal collection; confirm the sequence in advance. Email filing and returning the passport by post are excluded.
What funds evidence is accepted?
Show initial funds and a return ticket or extra funds for it. Credit cards and overdrafts are not accepted as sufficient evidence. No fixed amount is established here.
What paperwork should I prepare?
Prepare passport, signed form A, recent photo, CV, plan, typed explanation and funds evidence. The list also requires form D or insurance copy; bring the requested originals and copies.
When can I apply and what is the fee?
Apply no earlier than three months before arrival. The visa is fee-free; document and travel costs are separate.
What should I do after arrival?
Register your address with the municipality within 14 days. Before leaving and returning, check special re-entry permission so you do not unintentionally lose your residence status.
Official sources
Each source shows its own check date. Always check current requirements with the official government authority. Rules can change after consultation.
AT-JP · Embassy of Japan in Austria · Working Holiday
2026-10-16 · Governments can change visa requirements at any time. Always check the official government pages before applying.
Read the official instructions ↗AT-JP-20261018 · Japanische Botschaft Wien · aktuelle Anleitung
2026-10-18 · Governments can change visa requirements at any time. Always check the official government pages before applying.
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