Working Holiday Visas allow professionals, entrepreneurs, and families to relocate to a new country through dedicated immigration programmes. In 2026, 17 countries offer at least one working holiday visa pathway in our database, each with different income thresholds, processing timelines, and paths to permanent residency.
This page compares every working holiday visa programme we track, listed alphabetically. Use the table below to quickly identify which countries match your budget, timeline, and long-term goals. Click any country name to see its full immigration profile.
Country Comparison Table
| Country | Programme | Income Req. | Processing | PR Path | Family |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australia | Working Holiday Visa (Subclass 417) | — | 120–210 days | No PR path | No |
| Belgium | Working Holiday Visa | — | 21–42 days | — | No |
| Canada | International Experience Canada - Working Holiday | — | 30–60 days | No PR path | No |
| Denmark | Working Holiday Agreement | — | 30–60 days | No PR path | No |
| Finland | Working Holiday Visa | €2,450/on | 15–60 days | — | No |
| France | Working Holiday (PVT) | — | 15–30 days | — | No |
| Germany | Working Holiday Visa | €822/mo | 7–14 days | — | No |
| Japan | Working Holiday Visa | — | 14–30 days | — | No |
| Netherlands | Working Holiday Visa | — | 40–70 days | No PR path | No |
| New Zealand | Working Holiday Visa | — | 60–180 days | 5 yr | No |
| Norway | Working Holiday Visa | — | 30–90 days | — | No |
| Portugal | Working Holiday Visa | — | 14–28 days | — | No |
| San Marino | San Marino Working Holiday Visa | — | 14–30 days | No PR path | No |
| Singapore | Work Holiday Programme | — | 30–60 days | No PR path | No |
| South Korea | H-1 Working Holiday Visa | — | 30–60 days | — | No |
| Sweden | Working Holiday Visa | €1,333/mo | 30–90 days | — | No |
| United Kingdom | Youth Mobility Scheme | — | 15–21 days | — | No |
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Australia (1 programme)
- Working Holiday Visa (Subclass 417) — Working holiday for ages 18-30 (35 for some). AUD $5,000-6,000 funds recommended. Can extend with regional work.
Belgium (1 programme)
- Working Holiday Visa — Bilateral working holiday. EUR 10,000 funds. 1 year, non-renewable.
Canada (1 programme)
- International Experience Canada - Working Holiday — International Experience Canada - Working Holiday for Canada. 2026 season opened December 2025. Open work permit - no job offer required. Age limits vary: most countries 18-35, some 18-30. Three IEC categories: Working Holiday, International Co-op, Young Professionals. Working Holiday is largest quota. Can work for any employer. Duration up to 24 months depending on country. Popular pools fill quickly.
Denmark (1 programme)
- Working Holiday Agreement — Working Holiday Agreement for Denmark. Only available for citizens of 6 countries: Australia, New Zealand, Canada, Japan, South Korea, Chile. Age limit 18-30. Cannot be extended or lead to permanent residence. Primary purpose must be tourism
Finland (1 programme)
- Working Holiday Visa — Working holiday for citizens of bilateral agreement countries. EUR 7,000/year funds required.
France (1 programme)
- Working Holiday (PVT) — Programme Vacances-Travail. €2,500-3,000 proof of funds.
Germany (1 programme)
- Working Holiday Visa — 12-month working holiday for citizens of partner countries (Australia, NZ, Japan, etc.). Ages 18-30.
Japan (1 programme)
- Working Holiday Visa — 12-month working holiday for citizens of partner countries. Ages 18-30.
Netherlands (1 programme)
- Working Holiday Visa — Working Holiday Visa for Netherlands. One-year permit for young adults from partner countries. For cultural exchange with limited work rights. Available to: Australia, Canada, New Zealand, South Korea, Hong Kong, Argentina, Uruguay, Taiwan, Japan. Quotas and specific conditions apply per country.
New Zealand (1 programme)
- Working Holiday Visa — Working holiday visa. 32 countries with quotas totalling ~28,000+ places. 2-day average processing.
Norway (1 programme)
- Working Holiday Visa — Working holiday for citizens of partner countries.
Portugal (2 programmes)
- Working Holiday Visa — Youth mobility visa for 10 partner countries. 12 months, non-renewable. Max 6 months work.
- Working Holiday Visa (Youth Mobility) — 12-month non-renewable visa for nationals of bilateral-agreement countries aged 18-30. No salary requirement but must show sufficient funds and health insurance. Work allowed for up to 6 months. Application fee EUR 90. Processing 60 days. Cannot lead to PR directly but can transition to other visa types while in Portugal.
San Marino (1 programme)
- San Marino Working Holiday Visa — Working holiday visa for Canadians aged 18-35 allowing 12 months stay with maximum 6 months per employer.
Singapore (1 programme)
- Work Holiday Programme — Work Holiday Programme for Singapore. For students and recent graduates aged 18-25 (30 for AU/NZ). Valid 6 months standard, 12 months for Australian and New Zealand citizens. Allows short-term courses, freelancing, part-time and multiple jobs. Cannot work in restricted professions.
South Korea (1 programme)
- H-1 Working Holiday Visa — Working holiday for citizens of partner countries. Ages 18-30.
Sweden (1 programme)
- Working Holiday Visa — 12-month working holiday for citizens of partner countries.
United Kingdom (1 programme)
- Youth Mobility Scheme — Working holiday for 18-30 year olds from eligible countries. £2,530 maintenance. 2 years, no extension. No path to PR.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many countries offer working holiday visas in 2026?
As of 2026, 17 countries in our database offer at least one working holiday visa pathway. Requirements, processing times, and costs vary significantly between countries.
Which country has the easiest working holiday visa to obtain?
We do not rank working holiday visa pathways by difficulty — we found no source we could stand behind for such a score. The table above shows the published income requirement, processing time and family rights for each country, which is what the comparison now rests on.
What are the typical requirements for working holiday visas?
Common requirements include proof of income or savings, health insurance, a clean criminal record, and passport validity. Specific thresholds (income, education, experience) vary by country and programme.
Can I bring my family on a working holiday visa?
Many working holiday visa programmes allow family accompaniment (spouse and dependent children). Some also grant work rights to spouses. Check the family column in our comparison table above.
How long does it take to get permanent residency through a working holiday visa?
The path to permanent residency ranges from 2 to 10 years depending on the country. Some working holiday visa programmes offer faster PR tracks than others — see the PR Path column in our table.
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Data sourced from official government immigration portals, re-checked March 2026. Requirements change frequently — always confirm with the relevant embassy or immigration authority before applying.