Working Holiday visas for Swiss citizens (2026)

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Australia is the Working Holiday option established in this research. Internships and professional exchange programmes are not counted as Working Holiday visas.

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Destinations

Oceania

Australia

Age: 18–30 inclusive

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Keep other programmes separate

Canada lists Young Professionals and International Co-op for Swiss passports, without a Working Holiday category.
The Swiss mission explicitly distinguishes Japan’s professional exchange programme from a Working Holiday agreement.
Check New Zealand’s nationality directory; visa-waiver access does not establish Working Holiday eligibility.

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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.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a language test?

Distinguish visa language evidence from skills useful in daily life. If a test is not documented here, that does not establish that no requirement exists: check the official list.

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How long does a decision take?

No response time is promised. Check the authority’s guidance when applying and do not base non-refundable spending on an estimate.

Do I need a return ticket already?

This point is not yet confirmed in our Swiss-passport research. Check with the authority before booking or applying.

Official sources

Each source shows its own check date. Always check current requirements with the official government authority. Rules can change after consultation.