Open work permit for youth from participating countries allowing them to travel and work anywhere in Canada for up to 1–2 years.
Estimated Cost
$266
Processing Time
~1 months
Validity
24 months
International Experience Canada (IEC) is a youth mobility program that allows young people from countries with bilateral youth mobility agreements to work and travel in Canada. The Working Holiday category provides an open work permit — holders can work for any employer in any occupation. The program is based on reciprocal agreements with 36 participating countries. Eligibility ages are typically 18–30 or 18–35 depending on the country agreement. Participants are selected through a lottery pool system.
Average: 1 months
Path to Residency
Path to Citizenship
~8 years
| Fee | Amount | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated Total | $266 |