WI4.35 Ireland Working Holiday Scheme

1. This scheme allows young citizens of the Republic of Ireland:
   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.
2. 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.
3. To be eligible for a work visa or permit under this scheme, applicants must:
   1. be Irish citizens at the time of applying, and
   2. have a minimum of NZ$4,200 available funds for their maintenance during the period of stay in New Zealand.
4. Applicants under this scheme must lodge their application in the prescribed manner (E4.45). From 4 July 2005 they may apply by using the online application system.

Effective 02/03/2009