Overview
Youth mobility program for citizens of countries with a bilateral agreement with Canada. Three categories: Working Holiday (open work permit), Young Professionals (employer-specific), and International Co-op (student internship). Ages 18–35, or 18–30 for some countries. Up to 12–24 months depending on nationality.
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How old are you?
Several routes have hard age caps.
FAQs about International Experience Canada (IEC)
Who is the International Experience Canada (IEC) for?+
Young people (18–35) from agreement countries wanting to work and travel in Canada.
How much does the International Experience Canada (IEC) cost?+
Typical fees listed for International Experience Canada (IEC): CAD $172 participation fee; Working Holiday adds a CAD $239 open work permit holder fee (verify current amounts).. Always confirm on the official government site.
How long does International Experience Canada (IEC) processing take?+
ImmigraPath currently lists processing time as: Around 8 weeks after the work permit application, plus pool and invitation time..
How long can I stay on the International Experience Canada (IEC)?+
12 to 24 months depending on country of citizenship and category.
Can I work on the International Experience Canada (IEC)?+
Working Holiday: open work permit. Young Professionals / Co-op: employer-specific.
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