Location: The city is located at the northwestern tip of the South Island.

A distinctive feature: As many travelers will tell you, Nelson is above all a state of mind and a way of life. The city abounds with artists of all kinds, and craftsmanship holds a special place. No fewer than 350 artists and artisans call the city home.

Population : approximately 50,000 inhabitants

Climate: Nelson is the sunniest city in New Zealand, so it's safe to say it's a great place to live. In summer, the region enjoys a warm and pleasant climate with average temperatures of 24 degrees Celsius. In winter, the weather can be very windy, but it is relatively mild and temperate, with temperatures generally around 13-14°C.

The must-sees: The Nelson region boasts a very diverse range of landscapes.

Nelson is home to several of New Zealand's must-see national parks, including Abel Tasman and Nelson Lakes. Don't miss Tasman Bay, just a few kilometers from the city center, a yellow sand beach lapped by turquoise waters.

Types of work: The Nelson region has four main economic sectors: horticulture, fishing, forestry, and tourism. Seasonal jobs in vineyards or fruit picking are readily available. Other positions such as receptionist, bartender, dishwasher, delivery driver, chef or kitchen assistant, housekeeper, etc., are also available.

To live in Nelson with a New Zealand Working Holiday Visa , you must meet the requirements and follow the standard visa application steps, both listed below.

🔹 Working Holiday Visa Service : Start your New Zealand Working Holiday Visa in Auckland or Queenstown and get help from our local job assistance partners with all your administrative procedures. Our partners can also guide you on job and accommodation opportunities in Nelson, or you can opt for courses with homestay accommodation at our superb partner school.

Visit the official New Zealand immigration website for:

• Create your account,

• Working Holiday Visa application form ,

• Attach the required documents (passport, proof of funds),

• Pay the application fee ( 770 New Zealand dollars, approximately €400 at the rate of 1 NZD = €0.52).

Browse our tutorial to obtain your New Zealand Working Holiday Visa .

👉 Once your visa is approved, you have 12 months to enter New Zealand .

Are you Belgian and dreaming of a Working Holiday Visa in Nelson , New Zealand? It's possible thanks to the Working Holiday Visa signed between Belgium and New Zealand. Here are the official requirements to be eligible for the program.

To be able to apply for a Working Holiday Visa from Belgium, you must:

• ✅ Be of Belgian nationality (and holder of a valid Belgian passport),

• ✅ Must be between 18 and 30 years old inclusive at the time of application,

• ✅ Not having already benefited from a Working Holiday Visa in New Zealand ,

• ✅ Not having dependent children during the stay,

• ✅ Have a minimum of NZD 4,200 (approximately €2,500) in an account in your name,

• ✅ Be in good health (a medical examination may be required depending on your background),

• ✅ Be prepared to take out health and repatriation insurance for the entire duration of the stay.

It all depends on the package you choose.

The basic package costs €3299 in 2025. The activities package costs €3599 , and the complete package price will depend on the number of weeks of classes, the number of hours of classes per week, and the school where you wish to take English courses. You can generate an quote below to get an initial idea of ​​the prices. However, we recommend contacting us directly , as the system does not always take into account current promotions or discounts .