🇦🇹 Austria · Working holiday
Working Holiday Visa — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Health insurance | Required (valid in-country) |
| Age range | 18–30 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 12 months.
Documents
- passport valid for at least three months beyond planned date of return
- return ticket or sufficient funds to purchase such a ticket
- proof of sufficient means of support for the initial period of stay
- proof of adequate health insurance covering the full duration
- evidence of no criminal record (character requirements)
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://www.bmeia.gv.at/en/travel-stay/entrance-and-residence-in-austria/working-holiday-programmes/working-holiday-visa.
Frequently asked
Do I need health insurance?
Yes — valid health insurance in the country is required.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
Health insurance
“provide proof of adequate health insurance covering the total duration of the Working Holiday stay.”
Age range
“A working holiday is only possible for individuals aged 18 to 30 years.”
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-21.