If you are in NZ already on a Working Holiday visa, this cannot be extended, unless you meet the following criteria:
If the above criteria applies to you, you may be able to extend your Working Holiday for up to another 11 months. However, please note that you must not work for a period exceeding 12 months, which includes the time you have already spent in NZ on a Working Holiday visa.
If you do not meet the requirements for the above Working Holiday extension, you may be eligible for a Seasonal Work Extension instead.
For further information on Working Holiday visa validity, please refer to Answer "When does my Working Holiday Visa expire?"
This answer was last updated on 4 March, 2013.
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