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Working Holiday New Zealand for Irish citizens (2026): requirements, quota and status

Working holiday

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Source for Application status

Open You can apply online now.
Immigration New Zealand — Ireland Working Holiday Visa » Immigration New Zealand

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New Zealand is accepting applications for Ireland passport holders. Verified on October 1, 2026.

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The Working holiday rules for Ireland passport holders in New Zealand list a stay of up to 12 months. Verified against Immigration New Zealand on 2026-10-01.

Age
18–30 years

Source for Age

To apply for this visa you must: be aged 18 to 30
Immigration New Zealand — Ireland Working Holiday Visa » Immigration New Zealand

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Stay
Up to 12 months

Source for Stay

You can stay in New Zealand on your working holiday visa for up to 12 months.
Immigration New Zealand — Ireland Working Holiday Visa » Immigration New Zealand

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Application fee
From NZD 770

Source for Application fee

Cost From NZD $770
Immigration New Zealand — Ireland Working Holiday Visa » Immigration New Zealand

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Proof of funds
NZD 4,200

Source for Proof of funds

You must have at least NZD $4,200 to cover your living expenses while in New Zealand.
Immigration New Zealand — Ireland Working Holiday Visa » Immigration New Zealand

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After the visa: first 30 days in New Zealand

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Listed fees + your travel and first month

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Listed visa fees · approximate conversion

Visa application fee

Source for Application fee

Cost From NZD $770
Immigration New Zealand — Ireland Working Holiday Visa » Immigration New Zealand

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Approx. EUR 389

Approx. USD 434

Daily reference rates dated 2026-10-30. European Central Bank

The visa fee is a starting price. Your final fee may be higher.

Money you may need to show

These are funds to demonstrate, not a visa fee. They are shown separately and are not added to the estimate. Read the evidence for the applicable conditions.

Minimum funds

Source for Proof of funds

You must have at least NZD $4,200 to cover your living expenses while in New Zealand.
Immigration New Zealand — Ireland Working Holiday Visa » Immigration New Zealand

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Approx. EUR 2,119

Approx. USD 2,368

Daily reference rates dated 2026-10-30. European Central Bank

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Questions answered by the official rules

What is the application fee?

From NZD 770. Verified on 2026-10-01 against Immigration New Zealand.

Source for Application fee

Cost From NZD $770
Immigration New Zealand — Ireland Working Holiday Visa » Immigration New Zealand

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How do I apply?

Online. Verified on 2026-10-01 against Immigration New Zealand.

Source for How to apply

You must apply online and in English.
Immigration New Zealand — Ireland Working Holiday Visa » Immigration New Zealand

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How long is the initial stay?

Up to 12 months. Verified on 2026-10-01 against Immigration New Zealand.

Source for Stay

You can stay in New Zealand on your working holiday visa for up to 12 months.
Immigration New Zealand — Ireland Working Holiday Visa » Immigration New Zealand

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Are applications open?

Open. Verified on 2026-10-01 against Immigration New Zealand.

Source for Application status

Open You can apply online now.
Immigration New Zealand — Ireland Working Holiday Visa » Immigration New Zealand

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How much money must I show?

NZD 4,200. Verified on 2026-10-01 against Immigration New Zealand.

Source for Proof of funds

You must have at least NZD $4,200 to cover your living expenses while in New Zealand.
Immigration New Zealand — Ireland Working Holiday Visa » Immigration New Zealand

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What ages can apply?

18–30 years. Verified on 2026-10-01 against Immigration New Zealand.

Source for Age

To apply for this visa you must: be aged 18 to 30
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Last change on October 1, 2026

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    • Verified evidence added: Maximum age
    • Verified evidence added: Minimum age
    • Verified evidence added: How to apply
    • Verified evidence added: Application fee
    • Verified evidence added: Required funds
    • Verified evidence added: Application status
    • Verified evidence added: Initial stay
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