Working Holiday Program in Canada
There are Temporarily Employment Programs for people aged 18 - 30 and who are citizens of the following countries: Australia, Austria, Belgium, Finland, France, Germany, Ireland, Japan, Republic of Korea, Netherlands, New Zealand, Sweden and United Kingdom. The maximum validity of an employment authorization issued under this program is usually 12 months. The additional requirements vary from country to country.
Workpermit.com does not handle Working Holiday Visas, therefore please contact your local Canadian Embassy or Consulate, in order to find out more about these visas. This type of visa is relatively easy to obtain if you meet the age requirement and that year’s quota for your country has not been met
In some countries such as Finland, UK and Ireland for example, you also need to be a full-time student to qualify for this program. See additional information for the citizens of UK and Ireland below:
A: Student General Working Holiday Program:
Applicants must:
- be citizens of the United Kingdom or Ireland
- be aged between 18 and 30
- be full-time students in acceptable programs at a university or college in their country of citizenship
- provide a written job offer from a Canadian employer
You are not allowed to change employers while on the program, since the authorizations are valid for employment with the named employer only. The number of places on this program is limited and applications are dealt with on a first come, first served basis.
B: British Universities North American Club (BUNAC) & USIT
- be citizens of the United Kingdom or Ireland
- be aged between 18 and 30
- be full-time students in acceptable programs at a university or college in their country of citizenship
- a written job offer from a Canadian employer is NOT required
