Make the jump and go on a Working Holiday

Jul 05, 2022

Make the jump and go on a Working Holiday

Got a case of the travel bug? After constant border and travel restrictions if you’re anything like me you must be itching to go on holiday! Sun on your skin, a cocktail in your hand and feeling of freedom, what more could you want? 
Bit hard to do if you’re not completely cashed up though right? Wouldn’t you love to live the holiday life while earning some money on the side? That’s why it’s your turn to take the leap, get your working holiday visa and head abroad, we can even help you get there! Whether it’s working in hotels, restaurants or cafes, hospo skills can take you anywhere, and seeing as Barcats has gone global - life is so much easier. 

While it may be scary making the move, if you tick off these simple steps in our checklist below you’ll be ready for the move and will ✨excel✨ in your new workation.

1. Register for a tax file number in the local country
Just like the IRD, every country has its own system to give you tax and super. When trying to score a job while you’re on holiday, securing this number early already puts you a step ahead. It’s not 100% necessary, but without one you might find yourself paying more tax and won’t be able to lodge your tax return electronically. To get one it’s super simple, you just need to head to the local country’s tax website (for example Australia has the ATO, and in the UK it’s the HMRC), fill out a few forms and BOOM you’re registered!

2. Setup a local bank account
There’s plenty of good options out there, but make sure to do your research first to find the one that's right for you. Once you set up an account, you can give the details to your employer and like magic, they’ll fill it up with money! CHA-Ching. 

3. Get a working holiday visa
For Australia:
If you’re an eligible NZ citizen, you don't need to apply for a visa to live and work in Australia. You can be granted a visa on entry to Australia called the “Special Category visa”. 
Find out more about working holidays in Australia on the government website. 

For the United Kingdom:
To live, study and work in the UK you must obtain the necessary visa before you arrive. See here on the UK government website for visa options. 

4. Update your barcats profile and apply 
Barcats has officially gone global with having launched into the UK. Which means you can now apply for roles in both AUS and UK as well as across New Zealand. Across all types of hospitality positions, there’s definitely something for everyone. Remember to update your Barcats profile and apply!
See our UK website here. 
See our AU website here. 

Or fancy a working holiday without all the faffing of new TFNs, banks etc - try exploring New Zealand!
For Auckland jobs, see here. 
For Christchurch jobs, see here
For Wellington jobs, see here. 


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