H-1 Working Holiday Visa
For eligible nationals of countries or regions participating in Korea’s Working Holiday arrangements, allowing an extended holiday with incidental work under the applicable agreement.
Visa Overview
The H-1 Visa is based on Korea’s Working Holiday arrangements. Eligibility, age limits, quotas, permitted stay, application location, and work or study restrictions can differ by nationality because the governing bilateral arrangement and country-specific rules apply.
Processing Time
Varies by Application
Processing time depends on application type, case facts, and document review.
Stay Period
Agreement-based Period
The permitted period varies by nationality and arrangement; there is no universal duration.
Work Activity
Holiday + Incidental Work
Activities must remain within the applicable agreement and approved scope.
Government Fee
Varies by Application Type
Confirm the current official fee for the exact immigration procedure before filing.
Important Notice
H-1 is primarily a Working Holiday status, not a general employment visa. Nationality-specific agreements may set different age limits, quotas, stay periods, work restrictions, study limits, insurance, and financial requirements.
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Eligibility
General Requirements
The exact requirements depend on the application route and the facts of each case. These are general points listed for this status.
- ✓Nationality covered by a current Korean Working Holiday agreement or applicable arrangement.
- ✓Meet the nationality-specific age, application-location, financial, insurance, and other conditions.
- ✓The primary purpose must remain consistent with the Working Holiday framework.
Documents
Common Document Categories
Check the competent authority’s latest instructions for documents required for your specific application.
- ✓Visa application form and passport.
- ✓Proof of funds, travel plan, return/onward travel ability, or insurance where required by the country-specific rules.
- ✓Age, residence, education, criminal-record, or health documents where required by the applicable arrangement.
- ✓Any additional documents required by the competent Korean diplomatic mission.
Process
General Application Steps
These general steps describe the applicant’s process, not a filing service provided by Modical.
- 1
Confirm that the applicant’s nationality is covered and identify the country-specific H-1 rules.
- 2
Check age, quota, application location, stay period, and restrictions.
- 3
Prepare the country-specific visa documents.
- 4
Apply through the competent Korean diplomatic mission or applicable official channel.
- 5
After entry, comply with work/study and other H-1 restrictions.
- 6
Complete departure or a lawful status procedure before the authorized stay expires.
FAQ
Common questions
Is the H-1 stay period the same for every nationality?+
No. The permitted period and conditions depend on the applicable Working Holiday arrangement and nationality-specific rules.
Can I use H-1 mainly for full-time employment?+
H-1 is designed for a Working Holiday. Employment is incidental and is subject to the restrictions applicable to the applicant’s nationality and arrangement.