Working Holiday Authorisations (WHA) are available to young people who are citizens of Australia, Canada, Hong Kong, Japan and New Zealand. These Working Holiday schemes are intended for use by young adults who wish to stay in Ireland for an extended holiday and who may work casually in order to fund their stay. 

Australian citizens (only) who are currently in the UK can apply through the Visa Office (London).  To view or download the application form, please click here (PDF 396kb)  .


How do I apply for a Working Holiday Authorisation?
Complete the application form and submit it to the Visa Office, Embassy of Ireland with the following supporting documents:

 -  Current valid passport
 -  2 current passport-style photgraphs with your name on reverse
 -  Processing Fee
 -  Current Curriculum Vitae (with references)
 -  Originals of any qualifications you may have obtained
 -  Where applicable, letter from school/college
 -  Original bank statement showing that you have AUS$2,500 and a return ticket or AUS$5,000 (or equivalent)

Please note that applications take 4-6 weeks to be processed.  All supporting documentation submitted with the application must be original.

For information about the current processing fee, please see the "Visa Fees" page of this website.

Additional information about Working Holiday Authorisations for Australian Citizens is available in the "Frequently Asked Questions" section of this website.

For further information on Working Holidays in general, please see the main Department of Foreign Affairs website