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Working Holidays

Turn a vacation in to a working holiday when traveling to Australia and New Zealand. After you have applied for your Working Holiday Visa,figure out which regions you want to travel to and we can help with the rest. It does not matter if you travel as a group or by yourself, once you arrive in Australia or New Zealand, Down Under Answers is there to assist you with a selection of city stays and working holiday options to suit your needs.

The Australian Work and Holiday Visa has been in place for over 7 years, and allows American high school graduates (ages 18-30 inclusive) to work and travel for up to 12 months. You will have an opportunity to experience life down under, enhance your resume, expand your world view, and make money while you’re at it. All you need is a current US passport, Access to a minimum of $AU5000, graduated from high school or equivalent and hold a return ticket or sufficient funds to purchase such a ticket. For more information, visit: http://www.immi.gov.au/allforms/pdf/1208.pdf

New Zealand offers unlimited places annually under the New Zealand Work and Holiday Scheme for young Americans to work and travel up to 12 months. Experience one of the world’s most beautiful places, gain a new perspective on life and go with the peace of mind knowing you have 24/7 assistance, guidance and support before you leave, and while in New Zealand. To qualify for a New Zealand Working Holiday visa, you must be aged 18-30 inclusive, hold a current passport and have access to a minimum of NZ$4200 while in New Zealand. For additional information visit http://www.immigration.govt.nz/migrant/stream/work/workingholiday/.