Korea's Working Holiday visa (H-1) lets young people from partner countries work and travel in Korea for a year. Travel is the main purpose and work is a secondary means.
Partner countries and eligibility
Korea has agreements with 25-plus countries including Canada, Australia, New Zealand, France, Germany, and the UK. You generally need to be 18 to 30 (35 in some countries), have no criminal record and a health certificate, and some embassies require proof of 1,000 to 3,000 USD in funds.
Application documents
- Passport and photos
- Proof of funds (bank balance)
- Criminal record check
- Round-trip ticket or booking confirmation
Apply at the Korean embassy or consulate in your home country, and since popular countries fill quotas fast, don't miss the early-year application window.
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