Working holiday
Being verifiedHow much do I need to show?
This is money you may need to show, not a visa fee or an estimate of living costs. Follow the conditions in the official rule.
- Minimum funds
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.htmlSelect the same information icon to close.
Approx. NZD 3,176
Approx. USD 1,790
Daily reference rates dated 2026-10-30. European Central Bank
Conversions use the dated official references shown below. They are estimates, not a bank exchange quote. Confirm the required currency and evidence with the authority.
Official funds rule
CAD 2,500 Source for Proof of funds Select the same information icon to close.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
Amounts rounded up to whole currency units. Banks and payment providers may use different rates and add charges.