Working holiday in Canada

Stay

Up to 24 months

Source for Stay

Australia—Working Holiday Description: The Working Holiday category is designed for Australian citizens who intend to travel in Canada and who wish to find temporary paid employment to help pay for their trip (up to 24 months).

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/content/canadasite/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/eligibility/eligibility-by-country.html

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Application fee

CAD 184.75

Source for Application fee

a) All participants You must pay the IEC fee. For the 2026 season, the IEC fee is CAN$184.75.

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/apply-work-permit.html

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Proof of funds

CAD 2,500

Source for Proof of funds

You need CAN$2,500 Your bank statement must show you have at least CAN$2,500 or the equivalent in foreign currency. This money will help you with your first 3 months in Canada. You also need money for your return flight.

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/apply-work-permit.html

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Selection method

Pool and invitation rounds

Source for Selection method

Rounds of invitations We regularly send out Invitations to Apply (ITA) to apply for a work permit . These are called rounds of invitations. The number of candidates invited to apply during each round varies. Rounds take place until there are no more spots available or until the IEC season closes.

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Age

18–35 years

Source for Age

be between the ages of 18 and 35 (inclusive)

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/content/canadasite/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/eligibility/eligibility-by-country.html

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Stay

Up to 12 months

Source for Stay

The Working Holiday category is designed for Chilean citizens who intend to travel in Canada and who wish to find temporary paid employment to help pay for their trip (up to 12 months).

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/content/canadasite/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/eligibility/eligibility-by-country.html

Verified Sep 30, 2026

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Application fee

CAD 184.75

Source for Application fee

Pay your IEC fee of CAD$184.75 with a credit card online through your IRCC account.

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — International Experience Canada: About the program

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Proof of funds

CAD 2,500

Source for Proof of funds

It must clearly show that you have enough money to support yourself for the first 3 months of your stay in Canada (the equivalent of CAN$2,500).

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/prepare-arrival.html

Verified Sep 30, 2026

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Selection method

Pool and invitation rounds

Source for Selection method

We randomly select Working Holiday candidates from the pool and invite them to apply.

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/become-candidate/chances.html

Verified Sep 30, 2026

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How to apply

1. Create and submit your profile in the IEC pool.
   Source for Candidate profile

   To participate in IEC, your first step is to create and submit your profile in one or more IEC pools.

   Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — International Experience Canada: Create your IEC profile and get your invitation to apply

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2. After submitting your profile, wait for an invitation before applying for a work permit.
   Source for Invitation or ballot before applying

   After you submit your profile, you must wait for an Invitation to Apply (ITA) to apply for a work permit.

   Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — International Experience Canada: Create your IEC profile and get your invitation to apply

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3. Gather the documents required for your application.
   Source for Application documents

   When you complete the application, the system will generate a personalized document checklist for you. It shows all the supporting documents you need to upload. Use this checklist to gather all your documents.

   Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/apply-work-permit.html

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   • A clear, readable copy of your passport.
     Source for Passport document

     You must provide a clear, readable copy of your passport.

     Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/apply-work-permit.html

     Verified Sep 30, 2026

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   • A copy of your CV or résumé.
     Source for CV or résumé

     You’ll need to provide a copy of your CV or résumé.

     Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/apply-work-permit.html

     Verified Sep 30, 2026

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   • The Family Information form IMM 5707.
     Source for Family information

     You must complete the Family Information (IMM 5707) (opens in a new tab). This form requests information about your spouse or common-law partner parent

     Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/apply-work-permit.html

     Verified Sep 30, 2026

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   • A medical exam with an IRCC-approved doctor before applying if your recent residence or travel for at least 6 months in certain countries requires it, or if you plan to work in health, schools, child care or elderly care.
     Source for Medical evidence

     Before you submit your work permit application, you should get a medical exam if you’ve recently lived or travelled in certain countries or territories for 6 months or more, or you plan to work in the health field primary or secondary education, child care or elderly care You must see a doctor that has been approved by IRCC

     Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/apply-work-permit.html

     Verified Sep 30, 2026

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   • A digital photo of yourself.
     Source for Digital photo

     You must provide a digital photo of yourself.

     Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/apply-work-permit.html

     Verified Sep 30, 2026

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   • Usually, police certificates for countries or territories where you spent 6 consecutive months or more since turning 18; check the official exceptions.
     Source for Police certificate

     In most cases, you’ll need to get police certificates for countries or territories where you’ve spent 6 or more months in a row since the age of 18.

     Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/apply-work-permit.html

     Verified Sep 30, 2026

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4. Apply for the work permit only after you receive an invitation.
   Source for Submit the application

   You can’t apply for a work permit under International Experience Canada (IEC) unless we’ve sent you an invitation to apply (ITA). If you accepted an ITA for a work permit, follow these steps.

   Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/apply-work-permit.html

   Verified Sep 30, 2026

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5. Check the status of your submitted application in your account.
   Source for Application status tracking

   If you’re invited to apply, you’ll use your IRCC secure account to: submit your work permit application pay your fees check the status of your application

   Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — International Experience Canada: Create your IEC profile and get your invitation to apply

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Age

18–35 years

Source for Age

be between the ages of 18 and 35 (inclusive)

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/content/canadasite/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/eligibility/eligibility-by-country.html

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Stay

Up to 24 months

Source for Stay

The Working Holiday category is designed for French citizens who intend to travel in Canada and who wish to find temporary paid employment to help pay for their trip (up to 24 months).

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/content/canadasite/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/eligibility/eligibility-by-country.html

Verified Sep 30, 2026

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Application fee

CAD 184.75

Source for Application fee

Pay your IEC fee of CAD$184.75 with a credit card online through your IRCC account.

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — International Experience Canada: About the program

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Proof of funds

CAD 2,500

Source for Proof of funds

enough money to support yourself for the first 3 months of your stay in Canada (the equivalent of CAN$2,500)

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/prepare-arrival.html

Verified Sep 30, 2026

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Selection method

Pool and invitation rounds

Source for Selection method

We randomly select Working Holiday candidates from the pool and invite them to apply.

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/become-candidate/chances.html

Verified Sep 30, 2026

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How to apply

1. Create and submit your profile in the IEC pool.
   Source for Candidate profile

   To participate in IEC, your first step is to create and submit your profile in one or more IEC pools.

   Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — International Experience Canada: Create your IEC profile and get your invitation to apply

   Verified Sep 30, 2026

   Select the same information icon to close.

2. After submitting your profile, wait for an invitation before applying for a work permit.
   Source for Invitation or ballot before applying

   After you submit your profile, you must wait for an Invitation to Apply (ITA) to apply for a work permit.

   Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — International Experience Canada: Create your IEC profile and get your invitation to apply

   Verified Sep 30, 2026

   Select the same information icon to close.

3. Gather the documents required for your application.
   Source for Application documents

   When you complete the application, the system will generate a personalized document checklist for you. It shows all the supporting documents you need to upload. Use this checklist to gather all your documents.

   Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/apply-work-permit.html

   Verified Sep 30, 2026

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   View 6 documents

   • A clear, readable copy of your passport.
     Source for Passport document

     You must provide a clear, readable copy of your passport.

     Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/apply-work-permit.html

     Verified Sep 30, 2026

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   • A copy of your CV or résumé.
     Source for CV or résumé

     You’ll need to provide a copy of your CV or résumé.

     Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/apply-work-permit.html

     Verified Sep 30, 2026

     Select the same information icon to close.

   • The Family Information form IMM 5707.
     Source for Family information

     You must complete the Family Information (IMM 5707) (opens in a new tab). This form requests information about your spouse or common-law partner parent

     Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/apply-work-permit.html

     Verified Sep 30, 2026

     Select the same information icon to close.

   • A medical exam with an IRCC-approved doctor before applying if your recent residence or travel for at least 6 months in certain countries requires it, or if you plan to work in health, schools, child care or elderly care.
     Source for Medical evidence

     Before you submit your work permit application, you should get a medical exam if you’ve recently lived or travelled in certain countries or territories for 6 months or more, or you plan to work in the health field primary or secondary education, child care or elderly care You must see a doctor that has been approved by IRCC

     Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/apply-work-permit.html

     Verified Sep 30, 2026

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   • A digital photo of yourself.
     Source for Digital photo

     You must provide a digital photo of yourself.

     Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/apply-work-permit.html

     Verified Sep 30, 2026

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   • Usually, police certificates for countries or territories where you spent 6 consecutive months or more since turning 18; check the official exceptions.
     Source for Police certificate

     In most cases, you’ll need to get police certificates for countries or territories where you’ve spent 6 or more months in a row since the age of 18.

     Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/apply-work-permit.html

     Verified Sep 30, 2026

     Select the same information icon to close.

4. Apply for the work permit only after you receive an invitation.
   Source for Submit the application

   You can’t apply for a work permit under International Experience Canada (IEC) unless we’ve sent you an invitation to apply (ITA).

   Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/apply-work-permit.html

   Verified Sep 30, 2026

   Select the same information icon to close.

5. Check the status of your submitted application in your account.
   Source for Application status tracking

   If you’re invited to apply, you’ll use your IRCC secure account to: submit your work permit application pay your fees check the status of your application

   Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — International Experience Canada: Create your IEC profile and get your invitation to apply

   Verified Sep 30, 2026

   Select the same information icon to close.

Age

18–35 years

Source for Age

be between the ages of 18 and 35 (inclusive)

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/content/canadasite/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/eligibility/eligibility-by-country.html

Verified Sep 30, 2026

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Stay

Up to 12 months

Source for Stay

who wish to find temporary paid employment to help pay for their trip (up to 12 months)

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/content/canadasite/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/eligibility/eligibility-by-country.html

Verified Sep 30, 2026

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Application fee

CAD 184.75

Source for Application fee

Pay your IEC fee of CAD$184.75 with a credit card online through your IRCC account.

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — International Experience Canada: About the program

Verified Sep 30, 2026

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Proof of funds

CAD 2,500

Source for Proof of funds

It must clearly show that you have enough money to support yourself for the first 3 months of your stay in Canada (the equivalent of CAN$2,500).

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/prepare-arrival.html

Verified Sep 30, 2026

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Selection method

Pool and invitation rounds

Source for Selection method

We randomly select Working Holiday candidates from the pool and invite them to apply.

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/become-candidate/chances.html

Verified Sep 30, 2026

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How to apply

1. Create and submit your profile in the IEC pool.
   Source for Candidate profile

   To participate in IEC, your first step is to create and submit your profile in one or more IEC pools.

   Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — International Experience Canada: Create your IEC profile and get your invitation to apply

   Verified Sep 30, 2026

   Select the same information icon to close.

2. After submitting your profile, wait for an invitation before applying for a work permit.
   Source for Invitation or ballot before applying

   After you submit your profile, you must wait for an Invitation to Apply (ITA) to apply for a work permit.

   Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — International Experience Canada: Create your IEC profile and get your invitation to apply

   Verified Sep 30, 2026

   Select the same information icon to close.

3. Gather the documents required for your application.
   Source for Application documents

   When you complete the application, the system will generate a personalized document checklist for you. It shows all the supporting documents you need to upload. Use this checklist to gather all your documents.

   Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/apply-work-permit.html

   Verified Sep 30, 2026

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   View 6 documents

   • A clear, readable copy of your passport.
     Source for Passport document

     You must provide a clear, readable copy of your passport.

     Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/apply-work-permit.html

     Verified Sep 30, 2026

     Select the same information icon to close.

   • A copy of your CV or résumé.
     Source for CV or résumé

     You’ll need to provide a copy of your CV or résumé.

     Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/apply-work-permit.html

     Verified Sep 30, 2026

     Select the same information icon to close.

   • The Family Information form IMM 5707.
     Source for Family information

     You must complete the Family Information (IMM 5707) (opens in a new tab). This form requests information about your spouse or common-law partner parent

     Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/apply-work-permit.html

     Verified Sep 30, 2026

     Select the same information icon to close.

   • A medical exam with an IRCC-approved doctor before applying if your recent residence or travel for at least 6 months in certain countries requires it, or if you plan to work in health, schools, child care or elderly care.
     Source for Medical evidence

     Before you submit your work permit application, you should get a medical exam if you’ve recently lived or travelled in certain countries or territories for 6 months or more, or you plan to work in the health field primary or secondary education, child care or elderly care You must see a doctor that has been approved by IRCC

     Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/apply-work-permit.html

     Verified Sep 30, 2026

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   • A digital photo of yourself.
     Source for Digital photo

     You must provide a digital photo of yourself. The final frame size of the photo must be at least 35 mm x 45 mm. The photographs must show a full

     Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/apply-work-permit.html

     Verified Sep 30, 2026

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   • Usually, police certificates for countries or territories where you spent 6 consecutive months or more since turning 18; check the official exceptions.
     Source for Police certificate

     In most cases, you’ll need to get police certificates for countries or territories where you’ve spent 6 or more months in a row since the age of 18.

     Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/apply-work-permit.html

     Verified Sep 30, 2026

     Select the same information icon to close.

4. Apply for the work permit only after you receive an invitation.
   Source for Submit the application

   You can’t apply for a work permit under International Experience Canada (IEC) unless we’ve sent you an invitation to apply (ITA). If you accepted an ITA for a work permit, follow these steps.

   Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/apply-work-permit.html

   Verified Sep 30, 2026

   Select the same information icon to close.

5. Check the status of your submitted application in your account.
   Source for Application status tracking

   If you’re invited to apply, you’ll use your IRCC secure account to: submit your work permit application pay your fees check the status of your application

   Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — International Experience Canada: Create your IEC profile and get your invitation to apply

   Verified Sep 30, 2026

   Select the same information icon to close.

Stay

Up to 12 months

Source for Stay

Description: The Working Holiday category is designed for Italian citizens who wish to find temporary paid employment (for up to 12 months) to pay for their travel in Canada.

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/content/canadasite/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/eligibility/eligibility-by-country.html

Verified Oct 1, 2026

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Application fee

CAD 184.75

Source for Application fee

a) All participants You must pay the IEC fee. For the 2026 season, the IEC fee is CAN$184.75.

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/apply-work-permit.html

Verified Oct 1, 2026

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Proof of funds

CAD 2,500

Source for Proof of funds

You must present a statement of your bank account issued no more than 1 week before your departure for Canada. It must clearly show that you have enough money to support yourself for the first 3 months of your stay in Canada (the equivalent of CAN$2,500).

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/prepare-arrival.html

Verified Oct 1, 2026

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Selection method

Pool and invitation rounds

Source for Selection method

To participate in IEC, your first step is to create and submit your profile in one or more IEC pools. After you submit your profile, you must wait for an Invitation to Apply (ITA) to apply for a work permit. We regularly invite eligible applicants from IEC pools to apply for a work permit.

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — International Experience Canada: Create your IEC profile and get your invitation to apply

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Stay

Up to 23 months

Source for Stay

New Zealand—Working Holiday Description: The Working Holiday category is designed for New Zealand citizens who intend to travel in Canada and who wish to find temporary paid employment to help pay for their trip (up to 23 months).

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/content/canadasite/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/eligibility/eligibility-by-country.html

Verified Oct 1, 2026

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Application fee

CAD 184.75

Source for Application fee

a) All participants You must pay the IEC fee. For the 2026 season, the IEC fee is CAN$184.75.

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/apply-work-permit.html

Verified Oct 1, 2026

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Proof of funds

CAD 2,500

Source for Proof of funds

Your bank statement must show you have at least CAN$2,500 or the equivalent in foreign currency. This money will help you with your first 3 months in Canada. You also need money for your return flight.

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/apply-work-permit.html

Verified Oct 1, 2026

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Stay

Up to 24 months

Source for Stay

Portugal—Working Holiday Description: The Working Holiday category is designed for Portuguese citizens who intend to travel in Canada and who wish to find temporary paid employment to help pay for their trip (up to 24 months).

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/content/canadasite/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/eligibility/eligibility-by-country.html

Verified Oct 1, 2026

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Application fee

CAD 184.75

Source for Application fee

a) All participants You must pay the IEC fee. For the 2026 season, the IEC fee is CAN$184.75.

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/apply-work-permit.html

Verified Oct 1, 2026

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Proof of funds

CAD 2,500

Source for Proof of funds

You must present a statement of your bank account issued no more than 1 week before your departure for Canada. It must clearly show that you have enough money to support yourself for the first 3 months of your stay in Canada (the equivalent of CAN$2,500).

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/prepare-arrival.html

Verified Oct 1, 2026

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Selection method

Pool and invitation rounds

Source for Selection method

We randomly select Working Holiday candidates from the pool and invite them to apply. All candidates in the pool have an equal chance of being invited.

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/become-candidate/chances.html

Verified Oct 1, 2026

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Age

18–35 years

Source for Age

be between the ages of 18 and 35 (inclusive)

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/content/canadasite/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/eligibility/eligibility-by-country.html

Verified Sep 30, 2026

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Stay

Up to 12 months

Source for Stay

who wish to find temporary paid employment to help pay for their trip (up to 12 months)

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/content/canadasite/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/eligibility/eligibility-by-country.html

Verified Sep 30, 2026

Select the same information icon to close.

Application fee

CAD 184.75

Source for Application fee

Pay your IEC fee of CAD$184.75 with a credit card online through your IRCC account.

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — International Experience Canada: About the program

Verified Sep 30, 2026

Select the same information icon to close.

Proof of funds

CAD 2,500

Source for Proof of funds

It must clearly show that you have enough money to support yourself for the first 3 months of your stay in Canada (the equivalent of CAN$2,500).

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/prepare-arrival.html

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Selection method

Pool and invitation rounds

Source for Selection method

We randomly select Working Holiday candidates from the pool and invite them to apply.

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/become-candidate/chances.html

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How to apply

1. Create and submit your profile in the IEC pool.
   Source for Candidate profile

   To participate in IEC, your first step is to create and submit your profile in one or more IEC pools.

   Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — International Experience Canada: Create your IEC profile and get your invitation to apply

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2. After submitting your profile, wait for an invitation before applying for a work permit.
   Source for Invitation or ballot before applying

   After you submit your profile, you must wait for an Invitation to Apply (ITA) to apply for a work permit.

   Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — International Experience Canada: Create your IEC profile and get your invitation to apply

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3. Gather the documents required for your application.
   Source for Application documents

   When you complete the application, the system will generate a personalized document checklist for you. It shows all the supporting documents you need to upload. Use this checklist to gather all your documents.

   Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/apply-work-permit.html

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   • A clear, readable copy of your passport.
     Source for Passport document

     You must provide a clear, readable copy of your passport.

     Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/apply-work-permit.html

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   • A copy of your CV or résumé.
     Source for CV or résumé

     You’ll need to provide a copy of your CV or résumé.

     Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/apply-work-permit.html

     Verified Sep 30, 2026

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   • The Family Information form IMM 5707.
     Source for Family information

     You must complete the Family Information (IMM 5707) (opens in a new tab). This form requests information about your spouse or common-law partner parent

     Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/apply-work-permit.html

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   • A medical exam with an IRCC-approved doctor before applying if your recent residence or travel for at least 6 months in certain countries requires it, or if you plan to work in health, schools, child care or elderly care.
     Source for Medical evidence

     Before you submit your work permit application, you should get a medical exam if you’ve recently lived or travelled in certain countries or territories for 6 months or more, or you plan to work in the health field primary or secondary education, child care or elderly care You must see a doctor that has been approved by IRCC

     Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/apply-work-permit.html

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   • A digital photo of yourself.
     Source for Digital photo

     You must provide a digital photo of yourself. The final frame size of the photo must be at least 35 mm x 45 mm. The photographs must show a full

     Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/apply-work-permit.html

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   • Usually, police certificates for countries or territories where you spent 6 consecutive months or more since turning 18; check the official exceptions.
     Source for Police certificate

     In most cases, you’ll need to get police certificates for countries or territories where you’ve spent 6 or more months in a row since the age of 18.

     Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/apply-work-permit.html

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4. Apply for the work permit only after you receive an invitation.
   Source for Submit the application

   You can’t apply for a work permit under International Experience Canada (IEC) unless we’ve sent you an invitation to apply (ITA). If you accepted an ITA for a work permit, follow these steps.

   Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/apply-work-permit.html

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5. Check the status of your submitted application in your account.
   Source for Application status tracking

   If you’re invited to apply, you’ll use your IRCC secure account to: submit your work permit application pay your fees check the status of your application

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Application fee

CAD 184.75

Source for Application fee

a) All participants You must pay the IEC fee. For the 2026 season, the IEC fee is CAN$184.75.

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/apply-work-permit.html

Verified Oct 1, 2026

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Proof of funds

CAD 2,500

Source for Proof of funds

Your bank statement must show you have at least CAN$2,500 or the equivalent in foreign currency. This money will help you with your first 3 months in Canada. You also need money for your return flight.

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada — https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/apply-work-permit.html

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Up to 24 months. Verified on 2026-10-01 against Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada.

CAD 2,500. Verified on 2026-10-01 against Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada.

CAD 184.75. Verified on 2026-10-01 against Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada.

CAD 184.75. Verified on 2026-09-30 against Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada.

CAD 2,500. Verified on 2026-09-30 against Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada.

Up to 12 months. Verified on 2026-09-30 against Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada.

18–35 years. Verified on 2026-09-30 against Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada.

CAD 184.75. Verified on 2026-09-30 against Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada.