Age
18–30
Finnish passport / Working Holiday
Working Holiday in Japan for Finnish 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: JP NDC-FI-JP
- Length of stay
- Up to 1 year from entryLearn moreReferences: JP NDC-FI-JP
- Initial funds
- > EUR 4,200Learn moreReferences: JP NDC-FI-JP
- Visa fee
- To be confirmedLearn moreReferences: JP NDC-FI-JP
- Annual quota
- 200Learn moreReferences: JP NDC-FI-JP
- Application dates and timing
- Enter within 3 months of visa issueLearn moreReferences: JP NDC-FI-JP
- Language
- To be confirmedLearn moreReferences: JP NDC-FI-JP
- Study
- To be confirmedLearn moreReferences: JP NDC-FI-JP
- Work
- Work incidental to the holidayLearn moreReferences: JP NDC-FI-JP
Finland →JapanWorking Holiday in Japan for Finnish citizens (2026)
Requirements, application steps and preparation before departure.
Step 1
Check requirements and language preparation
Length of stay
Up to 1 year from entry
Initial funds
Own-name statements for the preceding 3 months. The embassy lists EUR 7,400 for a married couple applying together. Budget travel separately.
Visa fee
The current total charge is not established by the reviewed passport-specific evidence. Confirm the official amount and any additional charges before paying.
Annual quota
200
Application dates and timing
Enter within 3 months of visa issue
Language
The reviewed checklist establishes no language-test score. Check document language and translations; self-assessment does not replace any official requirement.
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At least 2 blank visa pages
Insurance
Sufficient medical insurance throughout
Documents and participation
A prior grant normally prevents another; the unused-visa exception needs embassy confirmation.
Step 2
Apply through the official route
Submit physical A4 originals and a photograph; apply no earlier than three months before departure and check embassy appointment instructions.
- Read the authority’s requirements for your passport.
- Submit physical A4 originals and a photograph; apply no earlier than three months before departure and check embassy appointment instructions.
- Use the official application route and pay confirmed charges.
- Read the decision and entry conditions before booking travel.
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
Submit physical A4 originals and a photograph; apply no earlier than three months before departure and check embassy appointment instructions.
- 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
- Register your address with the municipality within 14 days of settling. Follow the rules when changing address too. NDC-FI-JP NDC-FI-JP-MOFA
- Follow the health-cover option documented in your application. Confirm municipal duties; travel insurance covers different risks from public health insurance. NDC-FI-JP
- Work must remain incidental to the holiday. Avoid bars, nightclubs and other prohibited entertainment businesses, including other job roles. NDC-FI-JP NDC-FI-JP-MOFA
- The visa is for a single entry. Confirm required re-entry permission before temporarily leaving Japan. NDC-FI-JP
Work
Work incidental to the holiday
Study
The passport-specific source establishes no numerical course limit. Confirm the planned course and permit conditions before enrolling; do not use another nationality’s limit.
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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.
The passport-specific source establishes no numerical course limit. Confirm the planned course and permit conditions before enrolling; do not use another nationality’s limit.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the amount include departure?
Own-name statements for the preceding 3 months. The embassy lists EUR 7,400 for a married couple applying together. Budget travel separately.
Explore language courses →Does previous participation count?
A prior grant normally prevents another; the unused-visa exception needs embassy confirmation.
Official sources
Research consulted: 17 October 2026. Check current requirements with the issuing authority before applying.
2026-10-17 · Governments can change visa requirements at any time. Always check the official government pages before applying.
JP · Japanese Embassy - passport-specific Working Holiday
Read the official instructions ↗2026-10-18 · Governments can change visa requirements at any time. Always check the official government pages before applying.
NDC-FI-JP · Official guidance · FI research
Read the official instructions ↗2026-10-18 · Governments can change visa requirements at any time. Always check the official government pages before applying.