Canada has agreements with over 35 countries and territories. International Experience Canada gives the opportunity to work in Canada, with a working holiday visa, or if you have a job offer that counts toward your professional development, or need to complete an internship in Canada
How to obtain a Canadian working holiday visa?
This is a Government of Canada program that lets eligible people from partner countries work and travel in Canada for up to 2 years. To participate you must create an account and inform to Canada your intention to be called to apply for a working holiday visa.
We have the experience, scale, and flexibility to ensure that our clients receive the highest level of immigration services.
What are the countries listed as partner countries?
Not all countries participate in the International Experience Canada (IEC) agreements. Only citizens of participating countries are eligible to apply, and eligibility may be for some or all IEC categories, including Working Holiday, Young Professionals, and International Co-op (Internship).
Please note that age limits, quotas, and available categories vary by country, and eligibility is determined by the specific bilateral agreement between Canada and each country.
Participating Countries:
- Andorra
- Australia
- Austria
- Belgium
- Chile
- Costa Rica
- Croatia
- Czech Republic
- Denmark
- Estonia
- Finland
- France
- Germany
- Greece
- Hong Kong
- Ireland
- Italy
- Japan
- South Korea
- Latvia
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Netherlands
- New Zealand
- Norway
- Poland
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- United Kingdom
- United States under some requirements.
What are the benefits of International Experience Canada?
- Working Holiday Visa: Opportunity to live and work in Canada.
- Language Skills: Great chance to improve English or French in a natural, immersive setting.
- Life & Career Growth: A chance to gain international work experience, and open doors for future immigration.
What is important to know & Tips?
- Number of Spots / Rounds IEC opens in “rounds” per country and category. This means there’s a limited number of participants in each round, so timing matters.
- Processing Fees & Biometrics You’ll need to pay the required fees, complete biometrics, and ensure all documents are in order to avoid delays.
- Activate Your Work Permit Correctly If you are already in Canada when your Invitation to Apply arrives, there are special rules about how/where your work permit is “activated”.
- If you are not in Canada, you will be assessed at the POE by an immigration officer regarding your eligibility for a work permit.
Why work with Alejandro?
A working holiday visa, it’s more than just a visa — it’s about experiencing life in Canada, developing professionally and personally, and making networks that span cultures. For many, it’s also a stepping stone toward longer-term opportunities, such as extending a stay (if qualify), changing immigration status (if qualify), or applying for permanent residence, after meeting the requirements.
If you are considering applying for a working holiday visa, our firm is here to help. We can assist you in:
- Checking if you are eligible.
- Preparing your IEC profile & documents.
- Navigating the invitation rounds.
- Completing your work permit application.
- Understanding your rights and responsibilities once in Canada.
If you need help to apply for this program, email me at alejandro@mevoyacanada.com
Schedule a Case Evaluation at the top of this page, and find out how IEC might be one of your best routes to working and exploring in Canada.