Working holiday in the Netherlands
Young people from nine countries can spend up to one year in the Netherlands to travel – and work to support their stay.
Last checked: 24 October 2026 · 3-minute readWho can apply
Nine countries
Argentina, Australia, Canada, Hong Kong, Japan, New Zealand, South Korea, Taiwan and Uruguay.
Age 18 to 30
You are at least 18 and not older than 30 when you apply.
Up to one year
The stay is mainly a cultural exchange and lasts at most one year.
Work to support your stay
You may work to help pay for your holiday – the work is not the main purpose.
How to apply
Apply to the IND
Australian, Canadian, Japanese, New Zealand and South Korean citizens apply to the IND.
Apply at an embassy
Citizens of Argentina, Uruguay, Hong Kong and Taiwan apply through the Dutch embassy or office – some with quotas or set registration periods.
Check the conditions
Funds, health insurance and other conditions differ per agreement. Check them before you book.
After your year
Found a job or a partner? Another permit may be possible – we check it with you.
Sources: Netherlands Worldwide – WHP · IND. This page is general information, not legal advice. Yari Immigration Services is an independent advisory firm and not part of the IND.