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Working Holiday Visa (H-1)
For young adults (18β30, up to 35 for some countries) from eligible countries to travel and work in Korea for up to 1 year.
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Duration
1 year (not renewable)
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Processing
1β2 weeks
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Fee
$40β80 USD (varies by country)
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Work Rights
Allowed
π₯ Who Is This For?
- β Young travelers aged 18β30
- β Gap year travelers
- β Those wanting to experience Korea while earning money
β Requirements
- βAge 18β30 (up to 35 for some countries)
- βCitizen of a country with Working Holiday agreement with Korea
- βNo dependent children accompanying
- βSufficient funds (approx. β©3,000,000)
- βNo previous Working Holiday visa for Korea
π Application Steps
1
Confirm your country has Working Holiday agreement with Korea
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Apply at Korean embassy or consulate in your country
3
Provide proof of funds
4
Receive visa (usually within 1β2 weeks)
5
Enter Korea (must enter within 3 months of visa issuance)
6
Register Alien Registration Card if staying 90+ days
π Required Documents
πApplication form
πPassport
πRecent passport photos (2)
πBank statement (showing sufficient funds)
πReturn ticket or proof of funds for return
πHealth insurance documentation
π Renewal Information
Not renewable. Once used, you cannot get another Working Holiday visa for Korea.