Japan•AsiaWorking Holiday Visa
At a Glance
Processing Time
14-21 days
Application Fee
Free
Stay Duration
1 year
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Not Specified
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Youth mobility program allowing young adults to work and travel in Japan for 12 months. Available to citizens of 48 eligible countries with age restrictions (18-30, some countries 18-25).
The Working Holiday Visa is a bilateral agreement allowing young adults to work and travel in Japan. The program is available to citizens of 48 countries with country-specific age restrictions: most countries 18-30, Australia/Canada/South Korea 18-25, Ireland 18-26. Since December 1, 2024, nationals of Canada, UK, New Zealand, Denmark, and Austria can participate twice in lifetime.
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Requirements
Eligible Nationalities
This visa is available to citizens of: AU, NZ, CA, KR, FR, DE, GB, IE, DK, TW, HK, NO, PT, PL, SK, AT, HU, ES, AR, CL, IS, CZ, LT, SE, EE, NL, UY, FI, LV, LU, IL, IT, MT, PE
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
At least 6 months validity after departure
Passport photos
2 recent photos
Application form
Completed working holiday visa application
Proof of funds
Minimum 5,000 AUD equivalent or local currency
Return ticket
Or proof of funds to purchase return ticket
Health insurance
Recommended but not mandatory
OptionalPolice certificate
Required for some nationalities
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Advantages
- No advance job offer required
- Can work unlimited hours
- Can travel throughout Japan
- Opportunities to extend (2-3 years total)
- Affordable visa with minimal fees
- Great cultural and work experience
Considerations
- Age restricted (18-30, some countries 18-25)
- Limited to eligible countries
- 6-month work limit per employer
- Regional work required for extensions
- No pathway to permanent residency
- Cannot apply while already in Japan
Application Process
Check eligibility
Confirm citizenship from eligible country and age requirements
Prepare documents
Gather passport, photos, proof of funds, health certificate
Apply at embassy
Submit application at Japanese embassy or consulate
Await approval
Processing typically 2-3 weeks
Receive visa
Passport returned with working holiday visa stamp
Application Forms
Working Holiday Visa Application
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