Age
18–34 years
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South Korean passport / Working Holiday
Working Holiday in Taiwan 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
- 18–34 yearsLearn moreReferences: TW
- Length of stay
- 180 days, extendable up to 1 yearLearn moreReferences: TW
- Initial funds
- At least KRW 3,000,000 + departure costsLearn moreReferences: TW
- Visa fee
- Visa fee waivedLearn moreReferences: TW
- Annual quota
- To be confirmedLearn moreReferences: TW
- Application dates and timing
- To be confirmedLearn moreReferences: TW
- Language
- To be confirmedLearn moreReferences: TW
- Study
- Non-formal language, training or study up to 3 monthsLearn moreReferences: KR-TW-18
- Work
- Visa serves as work permissionLearn moreReferences: TW
South Korea →TaiwanWorking Holiday in Taiwan for Korean citizens (2026)
Requirements, application steps and preparation before departure.
Step 1
Check requirements and language preparation
Length of stay
Apply for extension within the final 15 days of the 180-day stay. Total stay is limited to one year from first entry.
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Initial funds
At least KRW 3,000,000 + departure costs
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Visa fee
Visa fee waived
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Annual quota
This point is not confirmed in this research. Check the authority’s current instructions.
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Application dates and timing
This point is not confirmed in this research. Check the authority’s current instructions.
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Language
This point is not confirmed in this research. Check the authority’s current instructions.
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Explore language courses →Passport
Valid at least 12 months
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Insurance
Medical and hospital cover for at least one year
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Documents and participation
Apply in person at the mission in Korea or its Busan office. Japan’s two-participation rule does not apply.
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Step 2
Apply through the official route
- Check ages 18–34, first participation and a Korean passport valid at least 12 months.
- Complete the BOCA form, print it and sign the second page.
- Prepare photos, KRW 3,000,000, travel evidence and 1-year insurance and file personally with the responsible mission in Korea.
- Check visa validity, the 180-day entry stay and extension deadline.
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
Prepare travel to Taiwan and separate return or onward evidence in addition to KRW 3,000,000 living funds. Provide 2 photos taken within 6 months and medical and hospital insurance for at least 1 year.
- 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
- The stay starts counting on the day after arrival. KR-TW-18
- If needed, apply for extension within the final 15 days of the 180-day stay. KR-TW-18
- Total stay cannot exceed 1 year from first entry. KR-TW-18
- Check regulated-profession qualifications and keep non-formal study within 3 months. KR-TW-18
Work
Regulated specialist work still needs the relevant qualifications; holiday remains the main purpose.
Study
Formal academic courses are excluded.
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.
Formal academic courses are excluded.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I participate twice like Japanese citizens?
The Korean instructions permit first participation only; another nationality’s amendment does not apply automatically.
References: KR-TW-18
Explore language courses →Does the online form complete filing?
Print and sign page 2, then submit personally with supporting evidence.
References: KR-TW-18
Does KRW 3,000,000 include flights?
Travel to Taiwan and the required return or onward evidence are separate from living funds.
References: KR-TW-18
Is extension after 180 days automatic?
No. Apply within the final 15 days; total stay is limited to 1 year from first entry.
References: KR-TW-18
How long may I take language courses?
Non-formal language, training or study is limited to 3 months; formal academic courses are excluded.
References: KR-TW-18
Do I need a separate work permit?
The visa serves as work permission; specialised or technical work still requires relevant qualifications and registration.
References: KR-TW-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.
TW · Taiwan - 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.