Conditions
Under this scheme New Zealand passport holders between the ages of 18 and 30 (both inclusive) who are not accompanied by children, will have the opportunity to holiday in Denmark and work to help pay for their holiday activities. The permit will be valid for a period of not more than twelve (12) months from the date of entry to Denmark.

The intention with the working holiday scheme is that it should be a mixture of holiday and work, with holiday being the primary reason for the visit. Thus, the work component must not take up more than half of the time spent in Denmark, and must not involve any one employer for more than three months.

Participants in the scheme may enrol in one training or study course of up to three months during their visit to Denmark.

The applicant must possess a return ticket, or demonstrate that they have the funds to buy one and enough funds (approximately $500 per month) to support themselves during the period of stay in Denmark (should they be unable to find work). The applicant also needs to take out comprehensive medical and accident insurance

The visa must be used within 12 months of the date of issue.

A total of 200 working holiday visas will be issued in any one year. The scheme is expected to be of particular interest to young New Zealanders of Danish descent, but is open to all New Zealanders on a first come first served basis.

Applying for a Working Holiday Visa for Denmark

To apply for a working holiday visa please make an appointment with your nearest Danish Consulate (click here). Applications cannot be made by mail as your signature must be witnessed by a Danish consular official.

To download the application form, click here.

Please note that the earliest you can submit your application is 10 weeks before your planned arrival in Denmark.

The following documentation is required:

1. your original passport
2. One copy of your passport (all pages including the cover)
3. two sets of the completed and signed application form (one can be a copy)
4. Remember to write your e-mail address and expected date of arrival in Denmark in section 5 'The applicant's comments' of the form
5. three (!) passport photos (3.5 x 4.5 cm. good quality photos - please NO home made digital prints). The Consulate General requires an extra photo for our copy of the application, therefore we require three photos instead of two which is stated in the application form.
6. two copies of your flight itinerary and proof of a paid return air fare if you have bought your return flight already.
7. an original statement from your bank stating the current balance in your full name (statements with a shortname or initials are not accepted) plus one copy. You must prove to have at least NZD 6,000.00 in your account. If you have not yet paid for your return flight, you must prove to have at least NZD 9,000.00. Statements printed from the internet are not accepted unless they have been verified by the bank with a stamp and a signature of a bank employees. The statement must not be older than two months from the time of your arrival in Denmark!
8. Two copies of your travel health insurance covering the whole period of stay in Denmark.
9. Application fee AUD 180.00 payable in cash, cheque or money order issued to the Danish Consulate General.

 

 

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