If you have always dreamt of visiting Germany while taking your time and also getting a little job to help you pay for the trip, the WHV (work holiday visa) program might be just what you need. In this article, we will give you all the information you need to apply for the program. Since the end of World War II, many holidaymakers around the world have not been very enthusiastic or even given a thought about visiting Germany during their holidays. However, this is something that has changed over the last decade. Germany is a beautiful country with many interesting things to see and do. Indeed, it could be the perfect place for an interesting trip that will educate you and help promote a better cultural understanding. Germans are among the friendliest and most welcoming people in Europe. While many people stopped visiting the country for leisure purposes seventy years ago, the tourism industry is only just beginning to flourish. Which is good news as this means that you should not have to get lost in the crowd of tourists and that you will always have the opportunity to meet new people. Visiting Germany might be perfect for anyone interested in the events of the last century, but it's also great for those who just want to try something new. Germany is far more than just Berlin, Oktoberfest, and Christmas markets. Its nature is also amazing — the Baltic Sea, Zugspitze, the Black Forest, the Ruhr Valley, the Lake Constance, the Lower Rhine, the German Alps and the Harz Mountains. One thing is for sure: Germany's landscape is colorful, varied, and often absolutely beautiful. Thanks to its stunning landscapes, culture and rich history, visitors, whether with backpacks or suitcases in hand, go back home feeling absolutely delighted. Subject to certain conditions that vary according to the host country, the WHV is fairly easy to obtain. The following are the conditions to be eligible for the Working Holiday Visa in Germany. Living in one of those countries does not guarantee that you are eligible for the WHV program in Germany. You should actually be a national of one of the countries mentioned above and be living there at the moment of your application. When signing a WHV agreement between two countries, an age limit is often decided upon. In the case of the agreements between Germany and the eleven countries, the minimum age is 18. As for the maximum age, for all the countries except Canada, it has been set to 30. This means that if you wish to apply for the program, you will have until the day before your 31st birthday to do so. However, it is not recommended that you wait that long. The maximum age for Canadians is 35 years old — in their case, they will have until the eve of their 36thbirthday to apply for the Working Holiday Visa in Germany. To apply for a WHV with the German authorities, you will need to have a passport that is fully valid and will be valid for the full duration of your stay in Germany - i.e., for a minimum of one year. Another important requirement for your passport is that it must contain a number of blank pages (at least 2 pages). The blank pages are necessary for your visa to be placed in the passport. Also, it needs to have enough room for the arrival and departure stamps to be affixed by the customs authorities. Do not misplace your passport! It is strongly recommended that you keep your passport safe once you have received your visa. If you are unlucky enough to lose it, the process of reissuing your visa could be very complicated. As for any trip abroad, having some money saved up is a must.