Working Holiday Programs
YMS United Kingdom and WHP Ireland
These programs give young people a chance to live abroad for a short time. You can travel, work, and see what daily life feels like in a new country.
United Kingdom – Youth Mobility Scheme (YMS)
The Youth Mobility Scheme lets young adults from certain countries spend time living and working in the UK. It is open to ages 18 to 30, and up to 35 for a few nationalities.
You can study, work, or take on small self-employed roles. You cannot bring dependents or use public funds.
You must be a citizen of a participating country. This includes Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Japan, Monaco, San Marino, Iceland, Uruguay, Hong Kong, and Taiwan. Some nationalities must enter a ballot first.
Most visas last up to two years. For people from Australia, Canada, and New Zealand, the stay can be up to three years. You must show at least £2,530 in savings. You can only take part once.
You may work in most roles, volunteer, or study. You cannot bring family, claim public funds, work as a pro athlete, or stay permanently.
Ireland – Working Holiday Program
Ireland’s Working Holiday Program lets young people travel through Ireland and take temporary work to support their stay. The main purpose is a long holiday. Work is only meant to help fund your trip.
If approved, you receive a Working Holiday Authorisation. It allows a stay of up to 12 months, or up to 24 months for Canadians.
The program is only open to countries with a working holiday agreement. You must apply before you enter Ireland.
Once you arrive, you register with immigration and receive your GNIB card, which lets you work.
You can take casual or short-term jobs. Some participants may be limited in how long they can work for one employer. You must show enough funds to support your stay when you begin.
Program Highlights
A wide network at your fingertips: You can meet hosts, employers, and other travellers across the UK and Ireland.
Freedom to work as you travel: Both programs give you flexibility. You can explore different towns and take on varied roles.
Clear guidance from start to finish: We help you with each step, from documents to arrival and registration.
Experience that supports your future: Living abroad builds confidence and skills you can use anywhere.
Course Features
United Kingdom
- Length: Up to 2 years (3 years for Australia, Canada, New Zealand)
- Visa: Youth Mobility Scheme
- Format: Guided support
- Eligible Countries: Select partner nations
- Notes: Some must enter a ballot
- Length: 12 months (24 months for Canadians)
- Permit: Working Holiday Authorisation
- Format: Apply before travel; register after arrival
- Eligible Countries: Partner countries
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- Which option fits your plans
- What to expect when you travel and work abroad
- How to prepare before you arrive
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FAQs
Common Questions About Our Programs
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You can live in the UK, work in most roles, study, volunteer, or take on limited self-employed work.
No. The visa does not allow partners or children to join you.
Up to two years for most nationalities, and up to three years for a few others.
You can travel around Ireland and take temporary work to support your stay.
Up to 12 months, or up to 24 months if you are Canadian.