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

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

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The Working holiday rules for Italy 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
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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.
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Application fee
From NZD 770

Source for Application fee

Cost From NZD $770
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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.
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After the visa: first 30 days in New Zealand

Do you also hold a Argentina passport?

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New Zealand · Working holiday NZ-WHS

Best option: use your Argentine passport

The NZ-WHS accepts applicants through age 35.
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Age
18–35 years

Source for Age

be aged 18 to 35
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Stay
Up to 12 months

Source for Stay

Length of stay Up to 12 months
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Application fee
From NZD 770

Source for Application fee

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

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Check the remaining conditions before applying.

Why this passport?
Maximum age
Argentina: 35 years when applying

Source for Maximum age

be aged 18 to 35
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Italy: 30 years when applying

Source for Maximum age

To apply for this visa you must: be aged 18 to 30
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  • A partner or child who wants to travel with you must apply for their own visa.

    Source for Family and dependants

    If you have a partner or child who wants to come to New Zealand, they will need to apply for their own visa.
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  • You cannot apply if New Zealand has already granted you a working holiday visa, even if you never used it.

    Source for Repeat participation

    You cannot apply if we have given you a working holiday visa before, even if you did not use the visa.
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  • You may apply for up to 3 additional months while in New Zealand on a current working holiday visa, after at least 3 months of seasonal horticulture or viticulture work there, if you have not had this extension visa before.

    Source for Extension conditions

    How long you can stay You can stay in New Zealand on an extension to your original working holiday visa for up to 3 months. Who can apply To apply for this visa you must: be in New Zealand on a current working holiday visa have already done at least 3 months of seasonal horticulture or viticulture work in New Zealand not have had a Working Holiday Extension Work Visa before
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Alternative passport: Italy

Working holiday NZ-WHS

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How to go with an Italian passport
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Listed visa fees · approximate conversion

Visa application fee

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Cost From NZD $770
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Approx. EUR 389

Approx. USD 434

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

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Minimum funds

Source for Proof of funds

You must have at least NZD $4,200 to cover your living expenses while in 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

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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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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
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    • 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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