Working Holiday Visa
Spain
Last updated: December 23, 2025
1 year
$424
1–3 months
Medium
About this Visa
The Spain Working Holiday Visa is a special permit that lets young people live in Spain for one year. It is designed for cultural exchange, meaning you can travel, learn Spanish, and work to pay for your trip. Unlike other work visas, you do not need a job offer before you apply. However, this visa is not open to everyone. You can only apply if your country has a specific agreement with Spain. If you are from the USA or UK, you cannot get this visa right now. It is strictly for citizens of countries like Australia, Canada, and New Zealand.
Key Benefits
- Live in Spain for up to 12 months
- Work for any employer (usually up to 6 months per job)
- Study Spanish or take short courses
- Travel freely to other European countries (Schengen Area)
- Enter and exit Spain as many times as you like
Eligibility & Requirements
Eligibility Criteria
- Age must be 18 to 30 (18 to 35 for Canadians and Argentinians)
- Some countries (like Argentina) require at least 2 years of university
- No criminal history in the last 5 years
- Must be free of drug addiction and serious illnesses
- You cannot have held this visa before
- You cannot bring a spouse or children
Financial Requirement
Proof of savings required: approx. $630 USD/month for most countries. Canada requires ~$1,900 USD total. Argentina requires ~$1,190 USD/month.
Documents
- Visa Application FormSigned and completed
- PassportMust be valid for the full year of your stay
- Criminal Record CheckFrom every country you lived in (past 5 years), translated and stamped
- Medical CertificateProving you have no serious contagious diseases
- Health InsuranceA private policy with full coverage and no extra payments (copays)
- Bank StatementsShowing you have the required savings
- Return TicketA booked flight home or extra money to buy one
- Proof of HousingA hotel booking or letter from a host for your first few weeks
Disclaimer: The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or immigration advice. Visa requirements, fees, and processes change frequently. Please verify all information with official government sources and consult a qualified immigration attorney before making decisions.