Working Holiday Visa

Travel and work abroad with
the Working Holiday Program

Countries available for a Working Holiday Visa in Belgium

Discover the destinations accessible with a Working Holiday Visa (WHV) from Belgium. Embark on an adventure in Australia, New Zealand, Canada, or South Korea. Work, travel, and live a unique experience abroad.

GOING TO AUSTRALIA ON A WORKING HOLIDAY

14.883 km

Great Barrier Reef, red desert, endless coastlines… Australia is the main destination for the Working Holiday Visa adventure.

On our way to Australia

GOING TO CANADA ON A WORKING HOLIDAY

6,558 km

A corner of paradise on the other side of the world for a Working Holiday Visa thanks to its great lakes, its cities and the quality of the welcome from its inhabitants.

On the way to Canada

GOING ON A WORKING HOLIDAY TO SOUTH KOREA

8.915 km

K-pop, culture, excellent gastronomy and a complete change of scenery guaranteed for a Working Holiday Visa in this new ultra-trendy destination.

On the way to South Korea

GOING ON A WORKING HOLIDAY TO NEW ZEALAND

18.704 km

Going on a working holiday in New Zealand means choosing wildlife, diverse fauna and landscapes unique in the world.

Heading to New Zealand

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Why should you trust our organization?

FORMULA FLEXIBILITY

Go away for a few months up to a year, or even longer (Australia and New Zealand), and cover your expenses locally thanks to the abundance of work! A few months of student jobs in Belgium/France will be enough to finance your trip! Working Holiday Visa loans are also an option.

Working Holiday Visa Loan

A PROFESSIONAL PLUS

Adaptability, independence, open-mindedness, resourcefulness, self-confidence… Working Holiday Visas are a real asset before or after your studies, for your CV and future job interviews. Above all, they are an unforgettable experience.

The Working Holiday Visa

LANGUAGE PROGRESSION

Improving your English is the ultimate goal of the Working Holiday Visa program. And what better way to achieve this than through language immersion? Come back bilingual! There's no minimum level required to enroll (except for the half-pair and ranch work programs). You can also take English courses with our Complete Package.

Complete package

PERSONAL ENRICHMENT

Step outside your comfort zone and explore a new country in depth. Experience independence and acquire new skills. You decide what you do there. You finance your stay through local jobs and with the help of job assistance.

Job assistance

How does a Working Holiday Visa work in Belgium?

To obtain a Working Holiday Visa from Belgium, two main conditions must be met: you must be between 18 and 30 years old inclusive (up to 35 for French citizens in Australia and Canada) and hold Belgian nationality or another eligible nationality (list available upon request). Applications can only be submitted from the age of 18 and no later than your 30th birthday.

Information session

Join one of our information sessions held twice a week; you will find most of the answers to the many questions you have about our Working Holiday programs.

Quote/ Program/ Destination Selection

After attending the Working Holiday Visa presentation session, you will receive a follow-up email and can then prepare your stay based on personalized advice

Together we will define your departure date, your destination city and your itinerary
Two weeks of organization is sufficient for us if you are not taking courses (a minimum of one month if you are taking courses)

ONLINE REGISTRATION

Are you ready?

Let's start by finding you a plane ticket that meets your criteria...
You will need to obtain your passport and working holiday visa in the case of Canada, South Korea and New Zealand (we provide a tutorial)
Confirm your quote, pay a deposit
We'll take care of everything!

I'm signing up!

Pre-departure session

After confirmation, we will provide you with all the information and documents for your stay.

We will prepare your trip down to the smallest detail
We take care of all the bookings
We are organizing a pre-departure session with other young people who are leaving on the same dates as you.
We'll give you access to your Drive folder with all your information related to your stay. You're all set for your big departure!

FAQs - Everything you need to know about a Working Holiday Visa

VisaWorking Holiday(or WHV) is a temporary permit allowing young people from certain countries to travel and work abroad, generally for a period of 6 to 12 months. It promotes cultural exchange while offering a source of income during their stay.

To obtain a Working Holiday Visa in Belgium, you must meet certain eligibility criteria and follow a specific administrative procedure. Visa Vacances Travail is a Belgian organization that assists you with all the steps: preparing your application, providing practical advice, and offering personalized support.

As a Belgian citizen, you can participate in the Working Holiday Program (WHP) in five countries:

Australia : visa valid for 12 months, renewable under certain conditions .
Canada : 12-month visa, subject to an annual quota .
New Zealand : visa valid for 12 months, with the possibility of extension under certain conditions .
South Korea : 12-month visa, with restrictions on the length of employment with the same employer .
Taiwan : initial 6-month visa, renewable once for an additional 6 months .

Working Holiday Visa helps you with the process for four of these destinations: New Zealand, Canada, Australia and South Korea.

Please note that specific requirements, such as age, financial resources, and quotas, vary by country. It is recommended to consult official websites for detailed information .