Are you planning a Working Holiday Visa trip to New Zealand and looking for a reliable, experienced, and reputable agency? visavacancestravail.be is the official platform of Languages & Travel , a licensed Belgian travel agency (license A1602) based in Brussels. Specializing in language and educational stays since 1992 , our team puts its expertise at the service of young travelers wishing to have an enriching experience with a Working Holiday Visa .
By choosing our agency, you benefit from complete and secure support for your Working Holiday Visa in New Zealand : visa assistance, insurance, search for temporary accommodation, package options with or without courses, assistance before and during your stay.
As a travel agency subject to European regulations, Languages & Travel strictly complies with the GDPR (data protection) and has an obligation to inform each working holiday visa holder about passport, visa, and health insurance formalities for the Working Holiday Visa .
We are also insured against insolvency with the company AMLIN , which guarantees you financial protection in the event of our agency's failure — an essential requirement for worry-free travel.
Our role doesn't end with booking your Working Holiday Visa package: we remain by your side throughout your adventure , in case of any problems or unforeseen circumstances. This on-site assistance was implemented from the very beginning of the pandemic, when many Working Holiday Visa holders in New Zealand contacted us to organize their repatriation to Belgium and France . We responded quickly, efficiently, and professionally.
With Visavacancestravail.be , you can embark on a Working Holiday Visa in New Zealand with professional support, solid guarantees, and the peace of mind that only an agency specializing in this field for over 30 years can offer. Still hesitating? Our advisors are here to answer all your questions and help you create a personalized project from start to finish.
After Australia, New Zealand has become one of the most popular destinations for Working Holiday Visas . Thanks to our experience of over 30 years , we have developed a comprehensive and customizable range of packages .
Ideal for independent working holiday visa holders , this package includes all the essential formalities : assistance with obtaining your visa, recommendations for your working holiday visa insurance, practical advice, and help with finding local employment (agriculture, hospitality, catering, etc.), flight bookings, transfers upon arrival, and your first nights in a youth hostel...
You'll begin your stay with a welcome week including accommodation, excursions, meet-and-greets with other working holiday visa holders , and practical workshops to help you settle in smoothly in New Zealand. Perfect for a gentle start !
This package combines English courses at one of our partner schools (Auckland, Christchurch, Nelson, etc.) and accommodation (host family or shared flat). An excellent option to improve your level before looking for a job.
To experience a Working Holiday Visa in New Zealand off the beaten track , choose an immersive program:
Half-pair stay (English lessons + family childcare)
Environmental volunteering (regeneration of native forests, conservation of local species…)
While nearly 80% of the population is urbanized, don't be fooled! Embarking on a Working Holiday Visa in New Zealand means choosing to experience wildlife, diverse fauna, and breathtaking landscapes, both on the sunnier North Island and the South Island where mountains define the landscape . It's not uncommon to go from a beach to a mountain lake in the same day.
Friendly and welcoming by nature, Kiwis, particularly due to their remoteness from the rest of the world, will make it their mission to transform your New Zealand working holiday visa stay into an unforgettable experience.
They only have 4.5 million inhabitants. There are 8 to 9 times more sheep than people, which means there's plenty of space! Nature lovers will be in their element.
In addition to the traditional Maori culture inland, Auckland and Wellington a vibrant lifestyle . These are perfect starting points for a smooth transition.
Those who prefer to dive straight into the action will quickly fall in love with Queenstown , the world capital of adventure and adrenaline. In any case, it's impossible to tire of this captivating land. The best of Europe and the Pacific come together in one place thanks to the New Zealand Working Holiday Visa program.
As a Belgian or French citizen , obtaining a Working Holiday Visa in New Zealand is a unique opportunity that many countries envy. Did you know, for example, that currently no country in Africa offers such a benefit? Furthermore, there are few requirements to obtain a Working Holiday Visa in New Zealand. You must be a Belgian citizen (or a citizen of another country that has signed the Working Holiday Visa agreement with New Zealand ), be between 18 and 30 years old (35 maximum for some nationalities, such as the British), have no dependent children, and preferably have a clean criminal record.
The New Zealand Working Holiday Visa is valid for one year for Belgians and French citizens from the date of your first entry into New Zealand. And the good news is: for the entire duration of your visa, you can enter and leave the country as many times as you like , without restrictions.
Once your Working Holiday Visa for New Zealand is granted, you have 12 months to travel there , starting from the date of obtaining the visa.
👉 Important : Unlike Australia, New Zealand only allows one Working Holiday Visa per person . It is not possible to renew or obtain a second Working Holiday Visa.
To obtain a Working Holiday Visa as a Belgian citizen, you must be at least 18 years old and no more than 30 years old inclusive . You cannot begin the application process for a Working Holiday Visa before your 18th birthday, regardless of your destination country. After your 31st birthday, you are also no longer eligible to apply for a Working Holiday Visa, regardless of your destination country.
To obtain a Working Holiday Visa (WHV) for New Zealand , New Zealand immigration requires that you have sufficient funds to support yourself.
👉 You must have at least 4,200 NZD (New Zealand dollars) at the time of your visa application.
This amount is equivalent to approximately €2,200 , depending on the exchange rate. You must be able to prove this with a recent bank statement in your name, either at the time of your visa application or upon arrival in New Zealand . However, we have never heard of any checks being carried out upon arrival.
In addition to the 4,200 NZD, you must either present a return ticket or prove that you have the funds to purchase a return flight ticket (approximately 1,500 NZD to add to your budget).
We compared the insurance offers and policies of several companies and our choice fell on the Travel Zen contract from our insurance broker .
Why? This contract covers a wide range of situations that can, fortunately, rarely occur during a Working Holiday Visa stay in New Zealand. It has evolved over the years since the introduction of the New Zealand Working Holiday Visa for Belgians (agreement that came into effect on November 1, 2004). It was designed specifically for working holiday programs.
What Visavacancestravail.be particularly appreciates in this contract: the teleconsultation 7 days a week, 24 hours a day in your native language, the geolocation of a doctor or the nearest hospital, its specific application that you can download on your GSM, the efficiency of our broker for specific questions and assistance needs.
New Zealand Working Holiday Visa application , you will need to provide a copy of your passport , which must be valid for at least 15 months from your date of arrival in New Zealand .
You will also be asked to provide proof of sufficient funds in your name. The minimum required by New Zealand Immigration is NZD 4,200 , or approximately €2,200 .
💡 This amount can then be used to cover your departure expenses : plane tickets, arrival pack, temporary accommodation, insurance, etc. It does not need to be blocked , but you must be able to justify it with a recent bank statement .
The visa typically takes 2 to 5 weeks to process, according to the New Zealand immigration website. It is therefore recommended to submit your application well in advance.
The New Zealand Working Holiday Visa currently costs NZ$770, approximately €420 ( exchange rate: NZ$1 = €0.52). We've written a tutorial to help you obtain it; see the FAQ below.
Belgium and France are under the jurisdiction of the New Zealand Embassy in London. The New Zealand Working Holiday Visa is obtained online.
Before starting the process, you must have a passport that is valid for at least 15 months from your arrival date.
Summer or winter, there's work in New Zealand. With one of the lowest unemployment rates in the world (around 3-4%), our partner will be sure to help you find a job that suits you in this very active job market. Hospitality, catering, sales, fruit picking , resort jobs, the fishing industry... Opportunities abound, and employers will be ready to give you a chance even if you don't have much experience.
In particular, from December to March, when most establishments are operating at full capacity during the peak tourist season. Note that salaries remain relatively low. See the exact job titles on each of the relevant pages: Auckland, Wellington, Queenstown.
Read our article on the most popular jobs in New Zealand .
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Discover our New Zealand Working Holiday Visa tutorial : a clear and practical guide to easily apply for your Working Holiday Visa in New Zealand, directly on the official immigration website.
To find out which countries are eligible for the New Zealand working holiday visa , click here.
We recommend having approximately €1000 to €1500 in savings to allow time to find your first job and receive your first paycheck (most salaries are paid every two weeks, or even weekly). For flights, you can either choose to return on a fixed date or change your return ticket once you arrive. The change fee is sometimes included in the package price (if you book far enough in advance), and we will inform you of this when you purchase your tickets; if not, please note that the validity of a round-trip airline ticket cannot exceed one calendar year.
5 reasons to choose the New Zealand Working Holiday Visa program
A safe destination
Short distances between the different points of interest
A lower cost of living
A hiker's paradise thanks to its stunning landscapes and quality infrastructure
The richness and originality of the culture
the North Island first the South Island first . Also, check out our guide on how to choose between the North Island and the South Island .
See the 5 reasons to choose Australia for a Working Holiday Visa or those that apply to the Canadian Working Holiday Visa .
Auckland, Wellington, and Queenstown : three cities, each with its own distinct identity. This should help you decide where to go. Auckland boasts the highest concentration of jobs outside of farming and fruit picking . Thanks to job assistance programs, you can find work year-round. It's also often the starting point for many young people who move there.
If you're looking to get off the beaten track during your Working Holiday Visa in New Zealand, Wellington will delight you with its quintessential New Zealand atmosphere and vibrant youth scene. As for Queenstown , which lives more in tune with the seasons, you'll immediately find the natural beauty that makes the country so charming, combined with a lively sporting scene. Given the distances involved, you can easily divide your time between these three destinations using your New Zealand Working Holiday Visa.
Preparing for your Working Holiday in New Zealand requires good organization and reliable information. To help you on this adventure, we've gathered essential resources to guide you through every step of your stay. Check out our specialized guides below:
• Cost of living in New Zealand during your Working Holiday Visa – Budget and expenses to plan for
• Finding accommodation for your Working Holiday Visa in New Zealand – Accommodation options and practical advice
• Transportation in New Zealand for Working Holiday Visa holders – How to get around efficiently
• Preparing for your Working Holiday Visa in New Zealand – All the steps to organize your stay
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It is not possible to obtain a second Working Holiday Visa for New Zealand. However, it is possible to extend it by three months. To benefit from these three additional months in New Zealand, you must provide proof of three months of seasonal work in the agriculture, horticulture, or viticulture sectors during your first Working Holiday Visa . You will then need to apply for the Working Holiday Extension Work Visa from New Zealand Immigration and pay NZD 700 (approximately €365) . This is not ideal if you have booked a return ticket with a return date that cannot be postponed beyond a year. It would be better to consider a Working Holiday Visa for Australia (renewable under certain conditions). Visavacancestravail.be does not believe it is worth paying NZD 700 for only three additional months.
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Cities marked with an asterisk (*) are eligible for Job Assistance
Cities marked with an asterisk (*) are eligible for Job Assistance
Cities marked with an asterisk (*) are eligible for Job Assistance
