WI4.45 Japan Working Holiday Scheme (30/07/2007)

1. This scheme allows young citizens of Japan:
   1. to be issued a work visa valid for travel for 12 months from date of issue, and upon arrival in New Zealand to be granted a work permit for a maximum of 12 months; or
   2. if applying from within New Zealand, to be granted a work permit valid for a maximum of 12 months. Successful applicants will also be issued multiple entry work visas, valid for the same period as the work permit, allowing re-entry to New Zealand on any number of occasions.
2. To be eligible for a work visa or permit under this scheme, an applicant must:
   1. be a citizen of Japan at the time of applying, and
   2. have a minimum of NZ$4,200 available funds for maintenance during their first 6 months in New Zealand.
3. Participants in this scheme must not work for the same employer for a period exceeding three months.
4. Applicants under this scheme must lodge their application in the prescribed manner (E4.45, E4.55). Applicants may apply by using the online application system.

Effective 30/07/2007