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Working Holiday Visa

Working Holiday

At a Glance

Processing Time

3 months

Estimated Cost

Free

Stay Duration

1 year

Not renewable

Renewal

Not renewable

Family

No dependents

PR Pathway

None

Sponsor

No job offer needed

Work

Remote not required

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Overview

Year-long working holiday permit for qualifying young adults from Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, Chile, and Argentina.

The Working Holiday visa is a youth mobility program for young adults from seven partner countries (Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Argentina, Chile, Japan, South Korea) to experience Denmark. Open to ages 18–30 or 35 depending on nationality, the visa prioritizes tourism; supplementary work funds the journey. No prior visa to this scheme; family members cannot join.

Valid for one year from first entry and non-renewable. Processing takes three months. Work is limited to salaried positions only for 6–9 months, with no self-employment allowed. DKK 3,060 application fee. Applicants must show initial funds of DKK 15,000–24,000, a return ticket, and travel insurance covering the full stay.

This visa is ideal for young gap-year travelers and career-breakers from partner countries seeking an extended cultural immersion in Denmark with flexibility to earn while exploring.

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant

1 year

Eligible Nationalities (7)

Argentina

Australia

Canada

Chile

Japan

New Zealand

South Korea

Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Must be a citizen of a country with a Working Holiday agreement with Denmark (e.g., Australia, Canada, Chile, Japan, New Zealand, South Korea).

Must be between 18 and 30 or 35 years old at the time of application, depending on the specific country agreement.

Primary purpose of the stay must be a holiday; work is secondary to supplement travel funds.

Must have sufficient funds to support yourself during the initial stay (typically DKK 15,000–24,000 depending on nationality).

Must have a return ticket or sufficient funds to purchase one (approx. DKK 5,000).

Must not have previously held a Danish Working Holiday residence permit.

Must not bring accompanying family members.

Must not engage in independent business activities.

KEY CRITERIA

Min. Savings

15,000 EUR

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Completed application form (WH1).

Copy of all pages of a valid passport (including empty pages and covers).

Documentation of sufficient funds (e.g., bank statements).

Proof of return ticket or funds to purchase one.

Proof of valid travel/medical insurance covering the entire stay.

Receipt of paid processing fee.

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Valid 12 months from first entry date; ideal for gap years and extended travel
Work authorization allowed for 6-9 months depending on nationality and employer rotation
Minimal financial requirement of DKK 15,000 to support initial stay
Fast processing time of 2-4 weeks with straightforward WH1 application form
Open to 7 qualifying nationalities: Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Argentina, Chile, Japan, South Korea
Salaried work permitted to supplement travel budget during the visa year
No prior work experience required; accessible to recent school and university leavers

Worth Knowing

Work capped at 3 months per employer despite 12-month visa validity; limits income stability
Age restrictions apply; must be 18-30 or 35 at application depending on country
Primary purpose must be holiday; employment only supplementary — no career focus allowed
No family members permitted; spouse and dependents cannot accompany you
Single-entry permit only; no extensions available — maximum one-time use per lifetime
Only 7 qualifying nationalities: Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Argentina, Chile, Japan, South Korea
Non-renewable and non-extendable; maximum 12-month validity with no pathway to permanent residence
Self-employment and independent business strictly prohibited; salaried employment only

Application Process

Verify qualification: Confirm nationality and age requirements

Apply at embassy: Submit application at Danish diplomatic mission

Provide documentation: Passport, passport photo, financial proof

Biometric recording: Fingerprints and photograph

Await decision: Processing takes 2-4 weeks

Visa issuance: Valid 12 months from first entry

Application Forms

Go to application portal

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Verified Claims (6)

Last verified Jun 27, 2026

Forms

WH1

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Max Stay

1 year from date of entry

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Max Stay Estimate

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Processing Estimates

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Processing Time

3 months

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Work Auth

Limited (salaried work only; no self-employment; max 6–9 months depending on nationality)

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Overview

Year-long working holiday permit for qualifying young adults from Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, Chile, and Argentina.

This visa is ideal for young gap-year travelers and career-breakers from partner countries seeking an extended cultural immersion in Denmark with flexibility to earn while exploring.

Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Must be a citizen of a country with a Working Holiday agreement with Denmark (e.g., Australia, Canada, Chile, Japan, New Zealand, South Korea).

Must be between 18 and 30 or 35 years old at the time of application, depending on the specific country agreement.

Primary purpose of the stay must be a holiday; work is secondary to supplement travel funds.

Must have sufficient funds to support yourself during the initial stay (typically DKK 15,000–24,000 depending on nationality).

Must have a return ticket or sufficient funds to purchase one (approx. DKK 5,000).

Must not have previously held a Danish Working Holiday residence permit.

Must not bring accompanying family members.

Must not engage in independent business activities.

KEY CRITERIA

Min. Savings

15,000 EUR

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Completed application form (WH1).

Copy of all pages of a valid passport (including empty pages and covers).

Documentation of sufficient funds (e.g., bank statements).

Proof of return ticket or funds to purchase one.

Proof of valid travel/medical insurance covering the entire stay.

Receipt of paid processing fee.

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Valid 12 months from first entry date; ideal for gap years and extended travel
Work authorization allowed for 6-9 months depending on nationality and employer rotation
Minimal financial requirement of DKK 15,000 to support initial stay
Fast processing time of 2-4 weeks with straightforward WH1 application form
Open to 7 qualifying nationalities: Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Argentina, Chile, Japan, South Korea
Salaried work permitted to supplement travel budget during the visa year
No prior work experience required; accessible to recent school and university leavers

Worth Knowing

Work capped at 3 months per employer despite 12-month visa validity; limits income stability
Age restrictions apply; must be 18-30 or 35 at application depending on country
Primary purpose must be holiday; employment only supplementary — no career focus allowed
No family members permitted; spouse and dependents cannot accompany you
Single-entry permit only; no extensions available — maximum one-time use per lifetime
Only 7 qualifying nationalities: Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Argentina, Chile, Japan, South Korea
Non-renewable and non-extendable; maximum 12-month validity with no pathway to permanent residence
Self-employment and independent business strictly prohibited; salaried employment only