Age
18–30
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Portugal passport / Working Holiday
Working Holiday in Japan for Portuguese citizens (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: PT-JP
- Length of stay
- Up to 12 monthsLearn moreReferences: PT-JP
- Initial funds
- EUR 8,000, or EUR 7,000 with a return ticketLearn moreReferences: PT-JP
- Visa fee
- No visa issuance feeLearn moreReferences: PT-JP
- Annual quota
- To be confirmedLearn moreReferences: PT-JP
- Application dates and timing
- To be confirmedLearn moreReferences: PT-JP
- Language
- To be confirmedLearn moreReferences: PT-JP
- Study
- To be confirmedLearn moreReferences: PT-JP
- Work
- To be confirmedLearn moreReferences: PT-JP
Portugal →JapanWorking Holiday in Japan for Portuguese citizens (2026)
Requirements, application steps and preparation before departure.
Step 1
Check requirements and language preparation
Length of stay
Up to 12 months
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Initial funds
EUR 8,000, or EUR 7,000 with a return ticket
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Visa fee
No visa issuance fee
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Annual quota
Not confirmed in this passport-specific research. Check the issuing authority before applying or booking.
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Application dates and timing
Not confirmed in this passport-specific research. Check the issuing authority before applying or booking.
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Language
Not confirmed in this passport-specific research. Check the issuing authority before applying or booking.
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At least 12 months validity
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Insurance
Health insurance following the embassy checklist
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Documents and participation
First participation; residence in Portugal
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Step 2
Apply through the official route
Submit in person at the Embassy in Portugal. Postal applications and submissions through relatives or agencies are not accepted. Confirm appointment arrangements before travelling.
- Check Portugal residence and embassy requirements.
- Prepare CV, plan, motivation, 3-month bank records and evidence.
- Submit in person at the consular section.
- After the decision, check the visa and prepare local registration.
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
Budget separately for initial living costs, accommodation, insurance and departure. Keep documents available offline.
- 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 with the municipality within 14 days of establishing or changing residence. Confirm health insurance enrolment and work and re-entry conditions.
Work
Not confirmed in this passport-specific research. Check the issuing authority before applying or booking.
Study
Not confirmed in this passport-specific research. Check the issuing authority before applying or booking.
Explore language courses →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.
Not confirmed in this passport-specific research. Check the issuing authority before applying or booking.
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Frequently asked questions
Must I live in Portugal?
Yes. The checklist requires Portuguese citizenship and Portugal residence when applying.
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Explore language courses →Can I post my application?
No. You must submit in person; relatives and agencies cannot do this for you either.
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What financial evidence is requested?
The checklist requests three months of statements with EUR 8,000, or EUR 7,000 if you have bought a return ticket. It also requests return-travel evidence or EUR 1,000 to buy a ticket; confirm with the Embassy how to present both items.
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What does it cost and how long does it take?
The consulted checklist states no visa fee and normally ten working days after submission. There is no urgent service; the timeframe is not guaranteed.
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What health cover is requested?
The checklist accepts international health cover for the authorized stay or the commitment form to join Japanese National Health Insurance. It recommends additional accident and repatriation cover where needed.
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Must I register after arriving?
Yes. Register with the municipality within 14 days of establishing or changing residence and confirm applicable health cover.
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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.
ORIGIN · Portugal MNE - youth mobility reference
Read the official instructions ↗2026-10-17 · Governments can change visa requirements at any time. Always check the official government pages before applying.
PT-JP · Japan - PT passport instructions
Read the official instructions ↗2026-10-18 · Governments can change visa requirements at any time. Always check the official government pages before applying.