Age
18–30. Check this at the application stage. Age alone does not establish eligibility; residence and previous participation also matter.
References: COMP-NL
South Korean passport / Working Holiday
Working Holiday in the Netherlands 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
- 18–30Learn moreReferences: COMP-NL
- Length of stay
- Up to 12 monthsLearn moreReferences: COMP-NL
- Initial funds
- Living funds plus a return ticket or funds for itLearn moreReferences: COMP-NL
- Visa fee
- EUR 85Learn moreReferences: COMP-NL
- Annual quota
- 200 per yearLearn moreReferences: COMP-NL
- Application dates and timing
- Apply no earlier than 90 days before travelLearn moreReferences: COMP-NL
- Language
- To be confirmedLearn moreReferences: COMP-NL
- Study
- Short study or coursesLearn moreReferences: COMP-NL
- Work
- Occasional work; no self-employmentLearn moreReferences: COMP-NL
South Korea →NetherlandsWorking Holiday in the Netherlands 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-NL
Initial funds
Living funds plus a return ticket or funds for it. Keep living-funds evidence separate from return or departure costs. This is not a complete trip budget. Check the official checklist for the accepted bank evidence and its issue date.
References: COMP-NL
Visa fee
EUR 85. Visa or permit charges are separate from insurance, translations and provider costs. Check the authority’s payment instructions before paying.
References: COMP-NL
Annual quota
200 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-NL
Application dates and timing
Apply no earlier than 90 days before travel
References: COMP-NL
Language
Not established in this research. This does not mean there is no requirement. Confirm with the issuing authority before booking or applying.
References: COMP-NL
Explore language courses →Passport
Not established in this research. This does not mean there is no requirement. Confirm with the issuing authority before booking or applying.
References: COMP-NL
Insurance
Cover healthcare costs in the Netherlands. An ordinary travel policy may not include every required item. Check exclusions, work-related cover and the start and end dates with the insurer.
References: COMP-NL
Documents and participation
Not established in this research. This does not mean there is no requirement. Confirm with the issuing authority before booking or applying.
References: COMP-NL
Step 2
Apply through the official route
- Check ages 18–30, previous Dutch residence-permit history and cultural-exchange purpose.
- Prepare the English form’s documents and living, return-cost and healthcare-insurance evidence.
- Apply directly online no earlier than 90 days before travel and await payment instructions.
- After the decision, book required biometrics and permit collection.
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
Koreans apply directly without an MVV or pre-registration. Follow IND’s EUR 85 payment notice and separate return and living costs.
- 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
- Book any outstanding biometrics with IND. KR-NL-18
- Collect the residence permit by appointment after approval. KR-NL-18
- Do not work for the same employer throughout the year or become self-employed. KR-NL-18
- Notify IND of changes in your circumstances. KR-NL-18
Work
Work supplements the visit. You may not work for the same employer for the whole year or work as self-employed.
Study
Short study or courses
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.
Short study or courses
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Frequently asked questions
Do Koreans need pre-registration?
Following the April 2026 change, Koreans apply directly online for residence permission.
References: KR-NL-18
Explore language courses →Can I work for one employer all year?
Occasional work is permitted, but not the whole year for the same employer.
References: KR-NL-18
Can I be self-employed?
This cultural-exchange permission does not allow self-employment.
References: KR-NL-18
Does the annual 200 mean places remain?
It is the annual Korean cap, not remaining places. Check official filing instructions.
References: KR-NL-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.
COMP-NL · Netherlands - KR passport guidance
Read the official instructions ↗2026-10-18 · Governments can change visa requirements at any time. Always check the official government pages before applying.