Age
18–34. Check this at the application stage. Age alone does not establish eligibility; residence and previous participation also matter.
References: COMP-IE
South Korean passport / Working Holiday
Working Holiday in Ireland 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
- 18–34Learn moreReferences: COMP-IE
- Length of stay
- Up to 12 monthsLearn moreReferences: COMP-IE
- Initial funds
- At least EUR 1,500 or equivalent wonLearn moreReferences: KR15-IE-WHIC
- Visa fee
- KRW 105,000 application; registration separateLearn moreReferences: KR15-IE-WHIC
- Annual quota
- 800 per yearLearn moreReferences: COMP-IE
- Application dates and timing
- To be confirmedLearn moreReferences: COMP-IE
- Language
- To be confirmedLearn moreReferences: COMP-IE
- Study
- To be confirmedLearn moreReferences: COMP-IE
- Work
- Work incidental to the holidayLearn moreReferences: COMP-IE
South Korea →IrelandWorking Holiday in Ireland 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. This is the programme’s maximum. Read your actual permission for its end date; passport and insurance validity are separate checks.
References: COMP-IE
Initial funds
Show an own-name English ordinary-deposit balance of at least EUR 1,500 or equivalent won. Guidance specifies a certificate issued in Korea within one month of filing and excludes internet printouts.
References: KR15-IE-WHIC
Visa fee
Korean guidance gives KRW 105,000 for the first-stage application, paid by transfer as notified to selected applicants. This is separate from arrival registration; check the new round notice.
References: KR15-IE-WHIC
Annual quota
800 per year. This is an annual programme limit, not a count of remaining places or proof that applications are being accepted. Consult the authority before applying.
References: COMP-IE
Application dates and timing
The second-half 2026 notice contains inconsistent closing-time wording. Prepare early and confirm the start and cutoff directly with the Irish embassy.
References: COMP-IE
Language
No programme language-test score was established from the reviewed checklist. Document-language and translation requirements are different from a test; check the receiving office’s individual list.
References: COMP-IE
Explore language courses →Passport
The passport must remain valid at least one year from intended Irish entry. Stage one requires copies including blank pages and stage two the original; distinguish the stages.
References: KR15-IE-WHIC
Insurance
Arrange medical, accident and hospital cover from entry throughout the intended stay and bring the original policy in your name for registration.
References: KR15-IE-WHIC KR15-IE-REGISTRATION
Documents and participation
After email selection, post the numbered signed form, photos, full passport copy and English education, CV, bank and character evidence by registered mail. Do not buy flights before first-stage assessment.
References: KR15-IE-WHIC
Step 2
Apply through the official route
Follow Seoul’s round notice, separating email selection, first-stage registered-post assessment and second-stage passport, travel and insurance documents. Do not transfer money before selection.
- Check nationality, residence, age and previous participation in the official guidance.
- Follow Seoul’s round notice, separating email selection, first-stage registered-post assessment and second-stage passport, travel and insurance documents. Do not transfer money before selection.
- Prepare the requested funds, insurance, passport and other evidence; submit through the designated channel.
- Respond to further evidence requests. After approval, check validity, entry deadlines and work conditions.
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
Show an own-name English ordinary-deposit balance of at least EUR 1,500 or equivalent won. Guidance specifies a certificate issued in Korea within one month of filing and excludes internet printouts. Arrange medical, accident and hospital cover from entry throughout the intended stay and bring the original policy in your name for registration.
- 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
- Prepare passport, authorisation, medical cover and return plans for entry examination. Authorisation does not guarantee entry. KR15-IE-WHIC
- Arrange registration and IRP procedures within the temporary permission stamped at entry. KR15-IE-WHIC KR15-IE-REGISTRATION
- Bring passport, WHA and original whole-stay medical and hospital cover in your name to registration. KR15-IE-REGISTRATION
- Korean participants’ registration lasts up to twelve months and is non-renewable. Leave at expiry and establish any separate new basis of stay. KR15-IE-REGISTRATION
Work
The principal purpose is a holiday; work supplements travel funds. Check the approval and official guidance for occupation and employment-duration restrictions.
Study
A numerical course-duration limit was not established in the reviewed Korean-passport evidence. Confirm permitted activity before enrolling and do not import another agreement’s study period.
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 numerical course-duration limit was not established in the reviewed Korean-passport evidence. Confirm permitted activity before enrolling and do not import another agreement’s study period.
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Frequently asked questions
How should I prepare living and departure funds?
Show an own-name English ordinary-deposit balance of at least EUR 1,500 or equivalent won. Guidance specifies a certificate issued in Korea within one month of filing and excludes internet printouts.
References: KR15-IE-WHIC
Explore language courses →What insurance and duration should I prepare?
Arrange medical, accident and hospital cover from entry throughout the intended stay and bring the original policy in your name for registration.
References: KR15-IE-WHIC KR15-IE-REGISTRATION
What passport validity and evidence are needed?
The passport must remain valid at least one year from intended Irish entry. Stage one requires copies including blank pages and stage two the original; distinguish the stages.
References: KR15-IE-WHIC
Which documents and participation history should I check?
After email selection, post the numbered signed form, photos, full passport copy and English education, CV, bank and character evidence by registered mail. Do not buy flights before first-stage assessment.
References: KR15-IE-WHIC
What work restrictions apply?
The principal purpose is a holiday; work supplements travel funds. Check the approval and official guidance for occupation and employment-duration restrictions.
References: COMP-IE
Which application route should I use?
Follow Seoul’s round notice, separating email selection, first-stage registered-post assessment and second-stage passport, travel and insurance documents. Do not transfer money before selection.
References: COMP-IE-IRISH-ISSUING-AUTHORITY KR15-IE-WHIC
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.
COMP-IE · Ireland - KR passport guidance
Read the official instructions ↗2026-10-16 · Governments can change visa requirements at any time. Always check the official government pages before applying.
COMP-IE-IRISH-ISSUING-AUTHORITY · Ireland - Irish issuing authority
Read the official instructions ↗2026-10-18 · Governments can change visa requirements at any time. Always check the official government pages before applying.
KR15-IE-WHIC · Official IE guidance · Korean passport
Read the official instructions ↗2026-10-18 · Governments can change visa requirements at any time. Always check the official government pages before applying.