Age
18–30
References: NZ
Turkish passport / Working Holiday
Working Holiday in New Zealand for Turkish 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: NZ
- Length of stay
- Up to 12 monthsLearn moreReferences: NZ
- Initial funds
- At least NZD 7,000 plus separate departure costsLearn moreReferences: NZ
- Visa fee
- From NZD 770Learn moreReferences: NZ
- Annual quota
- 100Learn moreReferences: NZ
- Application dates and timing
- Enter within 12 months of grantLearn moreReferences: NZ
- Language
- Accepted English evidence, such as IELTS 4.5Learn moreReferences: NZ NZ-ENGLISH
- Study
- Plan for 3 months pending confirmationLearn moreReferences: NZ TR-NZ
- Work
- Up to 3 months with one employerLearn moreReferences: NZ
Türkiye →New ZealandWorking Holiday in New Zealand for Turkish citizens (2026)
Requirements, application steps and preparation before departure.
Step 1
Check requirements and language preparation
Length of stay
Up to 12 months
References: NZ
Initial funds
At least NZD 7,000 plus separate departure costs
References: NZ
Visa fee
From NZD 770
References: NZ
Annual quota
100
References: NZ
Application dates and timing
This is the entry deadline, not the annual application opening. Check official announcements.
References: NZ
Language
IELTS overall at least 4.5 or another INZ-listed test. Sit it at a test centre, not at home; results no older than 2 years. Check passport-specific education alternatives.
References: NZ NZ-ENGLISH
Explore language courses →Passport
Valid at least 3 months beyond visa expiry
References: NZ
Insurance
Full-stay medical and hospital cover
References: NZ
Documents and participation
No prior NZ Working Holiday grant, including unused grants. Prepare the qualification involving at least 4 years of study.
References: NZ
Step 2
Apply through the official route
Prepare qualification, English, funds and cover evidence. Apply online in English, pay the applicable charge and answer document requests. If approved, check the eVisa conditions and entry deadline.
- Prepare the completed four-year qualification and accepted English evidence; provide teaching-language proof for a Turkish university when using that route.
- Prepare evidence of NZD 7,000, separate departure money, full-stay cover and a valid passport.
- Apply online in English, pay the applicable charge and provide health or character evidence if requested.
- Monitor your account and email. If granted, read the eVisa conditions and twelve-month entry 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
Budget separately for living costs, insurance, first accommodation and departure.
- 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
Complete the official New Zealand Traveller Declaration. Keep passport, eVisa, cover and departure evidence accessible. Obtain an IRD number for tax if working.
Work
Temporary work only; no permanent job or operating your own business.
Study
The older Turkish MFA notice says 3 months; current INZ guidance says 6 months. Plan conservatively for 3 months and confirm with INZ before buying a longer course.
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.
The older Turkish MFA notice says 3 months; current INZ guidance says 6 months. Plan conservatively for 3 months and confirm with INZ before buying a longer course.
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Back to destinations for Turkish citizensFrequently asked questions
What qualification do I need?
No prior NZ Working Holiday grant, including unused grants. Prepare the qualification involving at least 4 years of study.
References: NZ NZ-TR-PRACTICAL-20261018
Explore language courses →Can English-medium study replace a test?
An accepted test or qualifying tertiary education taught entirely in English can establish English. For a Turkish university, provide proof of the teaching language. This evidence is separate from the four-year qualification requirement.
References: NZ NZ-ENGLISH NZ-TR-PRACTICAL-20261018
Do I need separate departure funds?
NZD 7,000 is for living expenses. Keep a departure ticket or enough additional money to buy one; departure funds are separate.
References: NZ NZ-TR-PRACTICAL-20261018
Can I apply without a job offer?
No job offer is needed to apply. Do not take a permanent job; the same-employer limit is three months. Read your eVisa conditions before working.
References: NZ NZ-TR-PRACTICAL-20261018
Can I reapply if I never used the visa?
No. A previously granted visa counts even if unused. Enter within twelve months of issue; missing that deadline does not create a new Working Holiday entitlement.
References: NZ NZ-TR-PRACTICAL-20261018
What should I prepare for arrival?
Complete the official New Zealand Traveller Declaration. Keep passport, eVisa, cover and departure evidence accessible. Obtain an IRD number for tax if working.
References: NZ NZ-TR-PRACTICAL-20261018
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.
NZ · Immigration New Zealand - passport-specific Working Holiday
Read the official instructions ↗2026-10-17 · Governments can change visa requirements at any time. Always check the official government pages before applying.
NZ-ENGLISH · Immigration New Zealand - accepted English evidence
Read the official instructions ↗2026-10-17 · Governments can change visa requirements at any time. Always check the official government pages before applying.
TR-NZ · Turkish MFA - New Zealand agreement notice
Read the official instructions ↗2026-10-18 · Governments can change visa requirements at any time. Always check the official government pages before applying.