Working Holiday visa is a perfect opportunity for an in-depth discovery of a new country. You get to travel to different places, as well as support yourself. There are some things, however, that you should think of before you travel on this kind of visa.
Think of Where You Are Staying
Finding an accommodation can take a while, so think about it with enough time to spare. Different countries have various times at which their property goes up on the website, so researching when is the best time to rent for a place is crucial. If you don’t want a flat, you can always look into hostels or hotels to rent. Finding accomodation to rent long-term is always harder, so be careful with searching for those. If you need help, we can provide it for you as you apply for your working holiday visa.
It’s best to be flexible.
On your Working Holiday visa, you sometimes may be required not to work for the same employer for elongated period of time. Those are the rules for Australia, for example. So being flexible would be beneficial for both your travels and your work. Undertaking employment that won’t require you to commit for too long will enable you to search for jobs in different parts of the country, so you’ll be able to see and experience more. That being said, it is best to do your job research before you fly to your destination, so you know what kind of jobs you want and how is the labour market in these fields. If you manage to find a job before you fly out, it is even better, since you will be set for some time after your arrival! Alliance Work & Travel has various connection with different employers in Canada and Australia, so if you are looking for something there, we can help.
You can study.
Depending on the country, you can study with your working holiday visa. You will have a limited amount of time that you’re allowed to study for, but it is perfect if you are willing to undertake some short courses or workshops. Usually, you are allowed to study for 4 to 6 months and the courses are not allowed to be part of a long-term programme. So if you are travelling to such country as Japan, you can undertake language courses in order to understand the language better.
Working Holiday Visa can provide you with a great knowledge of another country on cultural and social levels. You can explore it in a way a native citizen would, gaining experience in a way that no regular tourist could. That being said, it is best to be ready work- and accomodation- wise before you travel. That way you will have less worries and more time to explore upon your arrival.
Alliance Work & Travel can help you with finding both the job and the accommodation prior to your travels, as well as make your visa application process much easier. Click here to complete our assessment and see if you qualify.