International Experience Canada IEC Visa
Canada Working Holiday
Work and travel to Canada for a few months (or up to 2 years) on a Working Holiday program.
The program offers a fantastic opportunity to discover and explore the Canadian way of life and culture. You get up to two years to live and work anywhere in Canada and have your choice in the kind of work you want to do.
Our package includes full visa processing and approval as well as secured employment and accommodation before you leave for Canada.
The Canadian Working Holiday works on a quota system, which means there are limited visas available (and they finish very quickly each year). Get in touch with us to secure yours.
As the entire process takes a good few months, this is the best time to start your application with us. Secure the opportunity to work and live abroad today, as we expect there will be a lot of applicants looking to head out!
BASIC REQUIREMENTS
- Need to be a citizen of an eligible country and hold a valid passport (see the list of countries below).
- Be between the age group of 18-35 (may vary depending on your nationality).
- Possess no criminal records and have no serious medical conditions
- Have valid private health insurance and sufficient funds for the intended stay
If you meet these requirements, fill out our Eligibility Assessment below to find out if you qualify to live, work and travel for up to two years in Canada and get started on the adventure of a lifetime.
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Eligibile Countries
| Country Territory | Age Band |
|---|---|
| Australia | 18 - 30 |
| Belgium | 18 - 30 |
| Chile | 18-35 |
| Costa Rica | 18-35 |
| Croatia | 18-35 |
| Czech Republic | 18-35 |
| Denmark | 18-35 |
| Estonia | 18-35 |
| France | 18-35 |
| Germany | 18-35 |
| Greece | 18-35 |
| Hong Kong | 18 - 30 |
| Ireland | 18-35 |
| Italy | 18-35 |
| Japan | 18 - 30 |
| Korea, Rep. | 18 - 30 |
| Latvia | 18-35 |
| Lithuania | 18-35 |
| Mexico | 18-29 |
| Netherlands | 18 - 30 |
| New Zealand | 18-35 |
| Norway | 18-35 |
| Poland | 18-35 |
| Portugal | 18-35 |
| Slovakia | 18-35 |
| Slovenia | 18-35 |
| Spain | 18-35 |
| Sweden | 18-30 |
| Taiwan | 18-35 |
| United Kingdom | 18-30 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What Are The Benefits Of A Working Holiday Program?
Traveling can be incredibly expensive! By applying for a temporary working permit to Canada you can fund your own trip with the money you earn from your new job. Not only do you earn money while you explore a whole new country, you are also exposed to many new experiences that you otherwise would not have been able to find or afford at home.
You also gain a range of new skills and knowledge by working in a different country; absorbing their working culture and taking that back to future careers and roles within your home country.
What Kind Of Jobs Can I Do?
Working Holiday programs allow you to pursue any kind of job you may be interested in. Other factors are also taken into consideration when determining the type of job you may have while living and working in Canada, such as where you are based and the duration of your stay.
There are a number of different job opportunities scattered through the cities and the more rural areas too.
Basing yourself in the city will allow you to work in more standard roles, i.e, restaurants, cafes, bars, and retail. Use the skills and experience that you already have to find and secure work, with our help of course!
While working in the city is a great way to meet people and be social, you might be looking for something a little different from what you are used to. If this is true for you, then why not head out into some of the more rural areas and see what types of jobs are out there? Organic farms need fruit pickers and ranches may need some cowboys to help out. The possibilities are endless!
Why Canada?
Working and traveling through Canada is a great way to spend a year or two. It is a stunning place full of amazing people and culture. Take a look at our blog to see all that a Working Holiday in Canada has to offer you.
