A 12-month visa for Australian citizens aged 18 to 26 whose main purpose is a holiday with incidental work, capped at 500 participants a year. The programme is renewed until 8 April 2028.
Where to apply in Australia
Consulate General in Sydney, in person only.
Contact details for every office are on the page of the embassy and consulates of the Czech Republic.
How to apply
Book an appointment by email | lodge in person with originals | pay fee in AUD, usually by card | postal lodgement only in exceptional cases after emailing Sydney.visa@mzv.gov.cz
Documents you need
- Original Australian passport valid 3+ months beyond stay
- Signed visa form (Other: Work and Holiday Program)
- Two 35x45 mm photos
- Signed consent form
- Proof of accommodation
- Proof of sufficient funds
- Statutory declaration of no criminal convictions
- Travel medical insurance shown when the visa is affixed
- Supporting documents under 180 days old
Fees and processing time
- Official fee: CZK 2,500 (about AUD 150 at the time of the page), paid in AUD
Processing time: Up to 60 days; cannot be expedited.
Good to know
Page last updated 13 March 2025 per the long-stay index; the funds threshold (2022) and minimum wage (2023) cited on it are dated. A Canberra news item mentions a pause on Working Holiday Maker visa applications, not read in detail.
Official sources
- mzv.gov.cz/sydney/en/visa_consular_information/visa_information/lon…
- mzv.gov.cz/sydney/en/visa_consular_information/visa_information/lon…
Check before you apply
This page summarises information published by Czech Republic's official channels, last checked on 24 octubre 2026. Fees and requirements can change at short notice, so confirm with the office that will handle your case.
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