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Working Holiday Scheme adjustments for several partner countries

In force Visa & immigration

Updates to the Working Holiday Scheme through 2024 — expanded age eligibility to under 35 for several additional partner countries (reciprocal agreements), modified visa caps, and small administrative simplifications. Programme remains broadly intact as a pipeline for young globally-mobile workers to experience NZ.

Who it affects

Young travellers from eligible countries considering NZ.

Sources

Primary: Immigration New Zealand (INZ) ↗

Verified 2026-04-19 · methodology · report a correction