Working holiday
New Zealand working holiday visa for United Kingdom passport holders
Age limit, length of stay, annual quota and the official application page — for a United Kingdom passport applying to New Zealand.
The terms for this pair
- You must be between 18 and 35 years old. The age limit is normally assessed on the date the application is submitted, not the date you travel — if you are close to it, apply early.
- The visa allows a stay of up to 36 months.
- 15,000 places a year. Quota-capped programs often fill within days of opening, so the opening date matters as much as your eligibility.
- 12, 23 or 36 months
Official New Zealand page → Every figure above was read off that page on 2026-08-08.
Check your age against the limit
Our age calculator works out your age on any given date and flags the working-holiday programs you are still within the age limit for.
Other working-holiday options on a United Kingdom passport
| Host country | Age limit | Stay |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | 18–35 | 12 months |
| Japan | 18–30 | 12 months |
| Canada | 18–35 | 24 months |
| South Korea | 18–35 | 12 months |
Who else can apply to New Zealand
New Zealand runs working-holiday arrangements with 45 countries and regions in our dataset. The full table, with every partner's terms, is on the parent page.
What this page does not cover
This page states the terms the host government publishes for this passport. It is not an eligibility decision. Not modelled here:
- Proof of funds, health insurance and medical or character checks.
- When the quota opens and how fast it fills.
- Whether you have already held a working-holiday visa for this country — most programs are once in a lifetime.
- Second-year or extension routes, which usually carry their own conditions.
- Which office you must apply from — several programs require you to be outside the host country.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the age limit for a New Zealand working holiday visa on a United Kingdom passport?
You must be between 18 and 35 years old. The age limit is normally assessed on the date the application is submitted, not the date you travel — if you are close to it, apply early.
How long can a United Kingdom passport holder stay in New Zealand on a working holiday visa?
The visa allows a stay of up to 36 months.
Is there an annual quota for United Kingdom applicants?
Yes — 15,000 places a year for United Kingdom applicants. Capped programs often fill soon after opening.
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