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Working Holiday Program

For which foreigners?

Foreigners from Argentina,  Australia, Canada, Hong Kong, New Zealand, Japan, Uruguay, South Korea and Taiwan can easily obtain a residence permit for the Netherlands. It is a residence permit to get acquainted with Dutch culture and society. This permit allows this group of foreigners also work under some restricted conditions.

For Argentinians, Canadians, citizens of Hong Kong, Japan, South Korea and Taiwan the Working Holiday Program applies. For Australians and New Zealanders a similar program is called the Working Holiday Scheme.

Conditions

To be eligible for this residence permit, the foreign national must not be older than 30 years. Furthermore, the foreign national must demonstrate that he has sufficient means of subsistence to be able to buy an airline ticket to the country of origin.

Work without work permit

Foreigners holding a WHP / WHS permit are only allowed to do 'incidental work'. Incidental means:

  • In any case not working on a fulltime employment contract with a duration of one year. A shorter period, or part time is allowed.

The residence permit issued is valid for no longer than one year, and can not be renewed.

Foreigners holding a Working Holiday Program or Working Holiday Scheme permit that wishes to remain in the Netherlands following the expiry of their residence permit, may apply for another, indicating the purpose thereof. Candidates then have to be able to meet the requirements of the residence visit being applied for.

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Over times and since very beginning of my presence in the country till became Dutch Citizen, i had professional advise from Sander! Truly clear path and preparation in every steps of Permanent Residency and Dutch Citizenship. With Sander, I...
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16 February 2026
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13 February 2026
It was about my first job in Nederland! And I am so happy that Inge made this process a perfect experience for me! I aporeciate her support and her responsibility to react fast! Thanks!
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Nina
12 February 2026
I had great experience working with Sheryl, she has indept knowledge of the immigration laws and also she is very prompt in email response. I had successful results with Kroes Advocaten.
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Antriksh
10 February 2026
Agata provided outstanding assistance with the residence permit applications for our children. She guided us through the entire process with clarity and professionalism, managing all aspects efficiently while keeping us fully informed at every...
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Tina & George
10 February 2026
I had an excellent experience working with my lawyer on my visa application. From start to finish, they were extremely knowledgeable, professional, and well-organized. The entire process was handled efficiently and on time, with clear guidance...
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Atena
10 February 2026
Irene was great. From first contact we felt sure she could help us navigate a difficult situation. We were guided very clearly through the process and even when the hurdles were put in front of us she continued to support and direct us through....
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Lisa
10 February 2026
Kroes Attorneys is highly professional and friendly. Their lawyers are very helpful and closely monitor the application throughout the process. I was laid off and found myself in an urgent situation where I needed my long-term residence permit...
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9 February 2026
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