W6.10 Japan-New Zealand Working Holiday Scheme (26/07/1999)

1. This scheme allows young Japanese citizens to undertake casual employment in New Zealand to supplement their funds during their holiday by issuing them with work visas authorising a permit for a maximum of 12 months.
2. To be eligible for a work visa under this scheme, an applicant must:
   1. be resident in Japan at the time of applying, and
   2. provide evidence of onward travel and maintenance and accommodation, and
   3. have a minimum of NZ$4200 available funds for maintenance during their first 6 months in New Zealand.
3. A successful applicant may be issued with a single or multiple journey visa, endorsed as follows:
   • 'New Zealand/Japan Working Holiday Scheme' and 'Funds Varied'
   • As employee
   • For for any employer
   • At for any area.
4. The work permit is granted on arrival in New Zealand on condition that the holder:
   1. does not work for the same employer for more than 3 months, and
   2. does not undertake permanent employment, and
   3. is not eligible for a long-term work permit, and
   4. is not eligible to come to New Zealand for a further working holiday under this scheme, and
   5. undertakes English language studies for up to 3 months at a private college or technical institute, provided that they attend the course on a full-fee basis.

      Note: The holder must not change their status to that of student.

Effective 26/07/1999