The “Working Holiday” visa allows young Norwegian citizens between 18 and 30 years old to stay in Argentina for one year, giving them the opportunity to work to support themselves while combining it with extended holidays in the host country.

The “Working Holiday” Agreement between Argentina and Norway is an excellent opportunity for young people from both countries to exchange experiences, learn more about Argentine and Norwegian culture, become familiar with the labor environment, and explore the tourist attractions of each country.

ANNUAL QUOTA: 300

Norwegian citizens who wish to enter the Argentine Republic under the Agreement between Argentina and Norway on a Working Holiday Program must obtain the corresponding visa. Norwegian youth may participate in this program if they meet the following requirements at the time of applying for the visa:

• Be a Norwegian citizen, resident in Norway, and holder of a valid Norwegian passport.

• Be between 18 and 30 years of age, inclusive.

• Not travel with dependents, unless they obtain their own visa.

• Not have previously participated in this Program.

• Have no criminal record.

• Provide proof of sufficient funds to cover initial expenses of their stay.

• Have a return ticket reservation to their country of origin, or proof of sufficient funds to purchase one.

• Hold medical and accident insurance covering hospitalization and repatriation expenses during the 12-month stay.

• Pay the corresponding consular fees for the visa.

Upon obtaining a Working Holiday visa, participants in this program may remain in Argentina for up to twelve (12) months, non-renewable. They may work for no longer than six (6) months with the same employer. They may also take training or educational courses for up to three (3) months during their stay.

How to apply for the Working Holiday visa?

The visa application process is personal and must be done in person with a prior appointment. To request an appointment at the embassy, you may send an email to: consular.enoru@mrecic.gov.ar

The following documentation (original and copy) must be submitted to the Argentine Embassy in Norway:

• Valid Norwegian passport, with at least one blank page.

• Completed visa application form.

• One 4x4 photo, front view, white background.

• Criminal record certificate issued by the Norwegian authority, stating the absence of criminal records during the last three years.

• Sworn statement of absence of criminal records in other countries.

• Return ticket reservation to Norway or place of habitual residence, or proof of sufficient funds to purchase it.

• Proof of sufficient funds to cover the beginning of the stay (minimum €2500). This requirement may be proven with bank statements from the last three months or credit card statements (own, not third-party).

• Reservation or estimate of medical and accident insurance policy with a minimum coverage of €30,000, including medical and remains repatriation.

• Receipt of payment of the consular fee (€150).

• Motivation letter stating that the purpose of the application is to vacation in Argentina, with employment being an incidental activity.

Meeting the above requirements does not guarantee the granting of the visa, as this is an exclusive prerogative of the Argentine State.

Full text of the Agreement: Working Holiday Programme