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Requirements and eligibility

General requirements

  • Hold Spanish nationality and reside in Spain.
  • Be between 18 and 30 years old inclusive at the time of application.
  • Not have previously obtained a Working Holiday Visa for Japan.

Financial requirements

You must demonstrate sufficient funds to support yourself during the stay. The amount varies based on your flight ticket situation:

  • EUR 4,000 — without a flight ticket.
  • EUR 3,000 — with a one-way ticket.
  • EUR 2,000 — with a round-trip ticket.
Amounts per the Embassy of Japan in Spain. Always confirm on their website as they may be updated.

Medical and legal documentation

  • Medical certificate confirming good health.
  • Criminal record declaration (clean record required).

Restrictions

  • You cannot apply if you have previously held a WHV for Japan.
  • You cannot be accompanied by dependents during the stay.

Take the matching quiz

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Informational summary. Always confirm on the Embassy or Consulate of Japan website.