H-1 (Working Holiday)
Applicants: Nationals of countries with working holiday agreements
Stay period: Agreement-defined period (non-extendable)
H-1 Working Holiday
Quick Overview
- Best for: Nationals of countries with working holiday agreements
- Typical stay: Agreement-defined period (non-extendable)
- What to prepare: Passport, application form, and photo are basic. Check additional documents by visa type.
Detailed Description
Nationals of countries that have signed agreements or memorandums of understanding with the Republic of Korea on tourism employment, who are engaged in short-term employment activities for the primary purpose of tourism and to cover tourism expenses.
Upper limit of the period of stay that can be granted once: Agreement period of stay
Who can apply?
Citizens of the following countries: Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Japan, United States, France, Germany, Ireland, Sweden, Denmark, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Czech Republic, Italy, United Kingdom, Austria, Hungary, Israel, Netherlands, Portugal, Belgium, Chile, Poland, Spain, and Argentina
Be between the ages of 18 and 30 at the time of application for the visa.
No serious criminal record
Must have the financial ability to pay for their stay
Employment must be primarily for tourism, with restrictions on employment in the E-1 through E-7 categories.
You may work no more than 25 hours per week.
Required Documents
Visa application, photo, passport, and round-trip ticket
A substantial deposit if you do not have a round-trip ticket
Proof of expenses for a certain period of stay (3 months), such as bank statement, etc.
Criminal background certificate, medical certificate
Insurance certificate
Certificate of enrollment or finalized academic record
Tourism employment activity plan
Other documents
What to watch out for
- Even with the same visa code, outcomes can differ by nationality, education, career, and stay history.
- Please re-check document issue dates, translation, and notarization requirements right before submission.
- Stay period and work scope are finalized by the actual permit details.