Youth mobility schemes — open work visas for 18–35-year-olds
Youth Mobility Schemes (or Working Holiday visas) let 18–35-year-olds from bilateral-partner countries live and work for 1–3 years, typically without sponsor requirements. Examples: UK YMS (11 countries), Australia Working Holiday (40+ countries), Canada IEC (30+ countries).
Typical characteristics
- Age cap (typically 30 or 35) at date of application.
- Open-labour-market work rights — no employer sponsor.
- Typically 1–3 years total, non-renewable as YMS.
- Savings / maintenance funds evidence often required.
What youth mobility visa routes does Visa Atlas cover?
Visa Atlas covers 4 youth mobility routes across 4 destinations. Open-labour-market visas for young applicants from partnering countries.
Verified against UK Home Office on 1 June 2026.
United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland(1 route)
Commonwealth of Australia(1 route)
New Zealand(1 route)
Republic of India(1 route)
Frequently asked questions
How many youth mobility visa routes are there across these destinations?+
We cover 4 youth mobility routes across 4 of our 233 destinations. Open-labour-market visas for young applicants from partnering countries.
Which countries offer youth mobility visas?+
Among our destinations, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, Commonwealth of Australia, New Zealand, Republic of India have youth mobility routes. Open any country group above for its specific routes and official sources.