Have you ever thought about working in Germany whilst travelling Europe? The Working Holiday Visa programme gives Australian passport holders between 18 and 30 the opportunity to gain an insight into the culture and daily life in Germany and finance their travels through work. You can apply for it either in a consulate in Australia or at the office for foreigners (Auslaenderbehӧrde) in Germany. The visa cost is $60 and you need to show proof that you have a minimum of AUD $400 per month for the complete length of your stay.
To be eligible you must:
be aged between 18 and 30
hold an Australian passport
not have previously participated in the German Working Holiday Program
hold medical and comprehensive hospitalisation insurance for the length of your stay
have a return travel ticket
not be accompanied by dependents
For the application form contact your relevant German mission:
The German Embassy in Canberra, if you reside in the ACT or in the NorthernTerritory. www.canberra.diplo.de
The German Consulate-General in Sydney, if you reside in Queensland or New South Wales www.sydney.diplo.de
The German Consulate-General in Melbourne, if you reside in Vic, Tasmania, Sth Australia or WA www.melbourne.diplo.de
