International Experience Canada (IEC), Working Holiday
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International Experience Canada (IEC), Working Holiday
International Experience Canada (IEC), Working Holiday
Canada · Work
What it is
Open work permit for youth aged 18-35 (18-30 in some countries) from countries with a bilateral youth-mobility agreement with Canada, letting them work for any employer and travel anywhere in Canada.
Key facts
- Category
- Work
- Duration
- Up to 1 or 2 years depending on country agreement
- Application fee
- CAD 172
- Processing time
- 8 weeks
Standard figures for this route. Some applicants pay a reduced fee or none at all, so confirm your own case on the official page.
Key requirements
- Be a citizen of a country with an IEC bilateral arrangement with Canada
- Be 18 to 35 (18 to 30 in some countries) on the date of application
- Hold a valid passport for the duration of stay
- Have minimum settlement funds (typically CAD 2,500) on arrival
- Hold health insurance for the full duration of your stay
- Submit a profile and be drawn in a round of invitations
Facts checked against the official source. Last updated 7 June 2026.