Working Holiday Programme
The Working Holiday Programme is an initiative by the Irish and Japanese Governments and enables young Japanese people to take extended holidays in Ireland for up to a year, and to work to supplement their travel.
The aim of the scheme is to give Japanese people the opportunity to experience the culture, landscape and people of Ireland while being able to work and study English.
Please consult our Working Holiday Guide to learn more.
2024 Application Dates
First application period (for applicants that wish to travel to Ireland before 30th September 2024):
Monday 15 January to Friday 9 February 2024
Second application period (for applicants that wish to travel to Ireland after 1st October 2024 and before 20th March 2025):
Tuesday 16 July to Friday 2 August 2024