Hong Kong•AsiaVaries
HK$330 HKD
Varies by filing options
Varies (Single entry per lifetime per country)
Not renewable
Renewal
Not renewable
Family
Dependents allowed
PR Pathway
None
Sponsor
No job offer needed
Work
Remote not required
12-month cultural exchange for nationals aged 18-30 of 14 participating countries to holiday in Hong Kong with temporary incidental employment.
Hong Kong's Working Holiday Visa allows nationals of 14 participating countries—Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Ireland, Japan, Korea, New Zealand, and the UK—to live and work in Hong Kong for up to 12 months. Applicants must be aged 18-30, maintain HKD 20,000 in savings, and hold valid health insurance.
The application fee is HKD 330. The visa permits incidental employment only (no permanent work); single-employer limits vary by nationality (3 months for Australian/Canadian holders; up to 12 months for UK holders). Spouses cannot work and dependents are non-qualifying. Non-renewable; processing typically takes 2-4 weeks.
This visa is ideal for young professionals or graduates from qualifying countries seeking a year-long cultural experience in Hong Kong with flexible work opportunities.
Australia
Austria
Canada
France
Germany
Hungary
Ireland
Italy
Japan
South Korea
Netherlands
New Zealand
Sweden
United KingdomMinimum savings: 20000
Health insurance required
Age: 18-30
Min. Savings
20,000 EUR
Valid passport
Passport photo
Proof of financial support
Return ticket
Health check
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