Information about Canada Working Holiday Visa
Apply for this visa if you want to work and study in New Zealand. You must be between 18 to 35 years old and a citizen of Canada.
With this visa you can
- Choose to apply for a 12 or 23 month visa.
- Work in New Zealand for up to 23 months, depending on the length of the visa you apply for.
- Study or train for up to 6 months in total.
Things to note
- You can’t accept a permanent job.
- If you apply for a 23-month visa, you must provide a General Medical Certificate.
- If you choose a 12-month visa and decide you want to stay longer, you can apply later for the balance of the 23-month period.
- You can’t bring children with you on a working holiday. If you have a partner who wants to come to New Zealand, they’ll need to apply for their own visa.
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Working Holiday Visas
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