WI4.45 Japan Working Holiday Scheme (27/07/2009)

1. This scheme allows young citizens of Japan:
   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. 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.
2. To be eligible for a work visa or permit under this scheme, an applicant must:
   1. be a citizen of Japan at the time of applying, and
   2. have a minimum of NZ$4,200 available funds for maintenance during their first 6 months in New Zealand.
3. Participants in this scheme must not work for the same employer for a period exceeding three months.
4. Participants in this scheme may enrol in one or more courses of training or study of up to 6 months' duration in total during their visit to New Zealand (see U2.5)
5. Applicants under this scheme must lodge their application in the prescribed manner (E4.45, E4.55). Applicants may apply by using the online application system.

Effective 27/07/2009