WI4.55 Malaysia Working Holiday Scheme (28/11/2005)

1. This scheme allows 1150 young citizens of Malaysia annually:
   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 6 months; or
   2. if applying from within New Zealand, to be granted a work permit valid for a maximum of 6 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/permit under this scheme, applicants must:
   1. be citizens of Malaysia at the time of applying, and
   2. have a minimum of NZ$2,250 available funds for their maintenance during the period of stay in New Zealand.
3. 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 28/11/2005