Age
18–30 years
References: HK
South Korean passport / Working Holiday
Working Holiday in Hong Kong for Korean 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
- 18–30 yearsLearn moreReferences: HK
- Length of stay
- Up to 12 monthsLearn moreReferences: HK
- Initial funds
- At least HKD 20,000 + departure costsLearn moreReferences: HK
- Visa fee
- Visa fee waivedLearn moreReferences: HK
- Annual quota
- 1,000 per yearLearn moreReferences: HK
- Application dates and timing
- To be confirmedLearn moreReferences: HK
- Language
- To be confirmedLearn moreReferences: HK
- Study
- One course up to 6 monthsLearn moreReferences: HK
- Work
- Up to 6 months with one employerLearn moreReferences: HK
South Korea →Hong KongWorking Holiday in Hong Kong for Korean citizens (2026)
Requirements, application steps and preparation before departure.
Step 1
Check requirements and language preparation
Length of stay
Up to 12 months
References: HK
Initial funds
At least HKD 20,000 + departure costs
References: HK
Visa fee
Visa fee waived
References: HK
Annual quota
1,000 per year
References: HK
Application dates and timing
This point is not confirmed in this research. Check the authority’s current instructions.
References: HK
Language
This point is not confirmed in this research. Check the authority’s current instructions.
References: HK
Explore language courses →Passport
This point is not confirmed in this research. Check the authority’s current instructions.
References: HK
Insurance
Full-stay medical, hospital, repatriation and liability insurance
References: KR-HK-18
Documents and participation
Ordinary residence in home country; first participation
References: HK
Step 2
Apply through the official route
- Check Korean citizenship, ordinary residence, ages 18–30 and first participation.
- Prepare HKD 20,000 plus separate departure costs, passport and full-stay insurance.
- Submit documents through the designated Hong Kong government online channel.
- Check the result, Korean fee exemption and eVisa collection instructions.
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
Separate living and departure funds and check medical, hospital, repatriation and liability cover. Distinguish Korea’s one-course rule from Japan’s cumulative multi-course rule.
- 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
- Keep the eVisa and passport ready. KR-HK-18
- Check the actual authorised stay dates. KR-HK-18
- Track the 6-month same-employer limit. KR-HK-18
- Observe the limit of one course lasting up to 6 months. KR-HK-18
Work
Up to 6 months with one employer
Study
A single course, up to 6 months.
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.
A single course, up to 6 months.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the annual 1,000 mean places remain?
It is the annual Korean allocation, not remaining places or current intake.
References: KR-HK-18
Explore language courses →Is the visa fee waived?
Hong Kong’s official instructions waive the Korean Working Holiday visa fee.
References: KR-HK-18
Can return costs be included in HKD 20,000?
Prepare departure transport or money to buy it separately from living funds.
References: KR-HK-18
How long may I work for one employer?
Korean participants may work up to 6 months for the same employer.
References: KR-HK-18
Can I divide study across several courses?
The Korean condition allows one course lasting up to 6 months.
References: KR-HK-18
What must insurance cover?
It must cover medical care, hospitalisation, repatriation and liability throughout the stay.
References: KR-HK-18
Official sources
Source check dates are listed individually below. Rules may change after a check; always confirm current requirements with the official government authority.
2026-10-16 · Governments can change visa requirements at any time. Always check the official government pages before applying.
HK · Hong Kong - official authority
Read the official instructions ↗2026-10-18 · Governments can change visa requirements at any time. Always check the official government pages before applying.