Age
The documented application age is 18–30 inclusive. All other conditions still apply.
References: KR-WHIC
Austrian passport / Working Holiday
South Korea 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: KR-WHIC
- Length of stay
- Up to 12 monthsLearn moreReferences: KR-WHIC
- Initial funds
- At least KRW 3,000,000 + returnLearn moreReferences: KR-WHIC
- Visa fee
- To be confirmedLearn moreReferences: KR-WHIC-20261018
- Annual quota
- 300 annuallyLearn moreReferences: KR-WHIC
- Application dates and timing
- To be confirmedLearn moreReferences: KR-WHIC-20261018
- Language
- To be confirmedLearn moreReferences: KR-WHIC-20261018
- Study
- Language courses, not a regular degreeLearn moreReferences: KR-WHIC
- Work
- Up to 25 hours weeklyLearn moreReferences: KR-WHIC
Austria →South KoreaSouth Korea Working Holiday for Austrian citizens (2026)
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.
References: KR-WHIC
Initial funds
Initial funds are separate from a return ticket or money to purchase it; the mission can request more evidence.
References: KR-WHIC
Visa fee
The precise fee condition for this route has not been confirmed in this research. Confirm it with the linked responsible authority before applying.
References: KR-WHIC-20261018
Annual quota
Annual country cap in the 2026/27 table; not remaining places.
References: KR-WHIC
Application dates and timing
The precise application-window condition for this route has not been confirmed in this research. Confirm it with the linked responsible authority before applying.
References: KR-WHIC-20261018
Language
The precise language condition for this route has not been confirmed in this research. Confirm it with the linked responsible authority before applying.
References: KR-WHIC-20261018
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The precise passport condition for this route has not been confirmed in this research. Confirm it with the linked responsible authority before applying.
References: KR-WHIC-20261018
Insurance
WHIC gives minimum medical coverage of KRW 40,000,000. Confirm the policy and full-stay validity with the responsible mission.
References: KR-WHIC-20261018
Documents and participation
WHIC lists specific East Asian Korean missions as Austrian exceptions; confirm jurisdiction and acceptance before travel or mailing.
References: KR-WHIC
Step 2
Apply for the visa
Generally apply in your country of nationality. WHIC also lists Tokyo, Beijing, Shanghai, Hong Kong and Taiwan for Austrian passports; confirm jurisdiction and acceptance before travel or mailing. KR-WHIC-20261018
- Check the Austrian WHIC row and responsible Korean mission.
- Prepare passport, travel plan, KRW 3,000,000 initial funds plus separate return resources, and insurance.
- Confirm appointment, fee and required health, police and education evidence directly with the mission.
- File through the confirmed channel and check the grant and residence-registration requirement before arrival.
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 return resources separate from initial funds. Choose language courses rather than a regular degree, and check occupational restrictions.
- 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
For a stay longer than 90 days, apply for the residence card within 90 days at local immigration. Observe the general 25-hour working week and permitted-occupation conditions.
Work
The general 25-hour weekly limit is separate from the absence of a total-employment-period limit in this nationality’s table.
Study
The country table does not limit language-course duration; regular university degrees are different. Confirm your course with the mission.
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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.
The country table does not limit language-course duration; regular university degrees are different. Confirm your course with the mission.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I apply outside Austria?
WHIC lists Korean missions in Tokyo, Beijing, Shanghai, Hong Kong and Taiwan as Austrian exceptions. Confirm jurisdiction and acceptance first.
What does the Austrian annual quota mean?
The 2026/27 table gives 300 annually. It does not show remaining places or establish a current filing window.
Can I work unlimited hours?
No. Austria has no total employment-period limit in the table; the general 25-hour week and prohibited occupations still apply.
What funds and insurance do I need?
WHIC gives KRW 3,000,000 initial funds plus return resources and at least KRW 40,000,000 medical coverage. The mission confirms the specific evidence.
Can I take a university degree?
The absence of a duration cap concerns language courses. Regular degree study is different and needs appropriate permission.
What should I arrange after arrival?
For stays longer than 90 days, apply for a residence card at local immigration within 90 days.
Official sources
Each source shows its own check date. Always check current requirements with the official government authority. Rules can change after consultation.
KR-WHIC · Working Holiday Info Center · 2026/27 country conditions
2026-10-16 · Governments can change visa requirements at any time. Always check the official government pages before applying.
Read the official instructions ↗KR-WHIC-20261018 · WHIC · Austrian 2026/27 conditions
2026-10-18 · Governments can change visa requirements at any time. Always check the official government pages before applying.
Read the official instructions ↗KR-ARRIVAL-20261018 · WHIC · residence registration
2026-10-18 · Governments can change visa requirements at any time. Always check the official government pages before applying.
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