IEC program is accepting applications for 2023 pool. Apply now!

Highlights: Get your applications accepted for the 2023 pool IEC program

• Ninety Thousand applicants from 36 partner countries can now register for the IEC program.
• Get an opportunity to work and travel in Canada with work permit.
• The IEC program allows you to gain international exposure.
• Candidates aged between 18-35 are eligible for the IEC program.
• Nations with Bilateral Youth Mobility Agreements can partake in this program.

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Who can apply for the IEC program?

The basic eligibility for the program is the age and the candidate's nationality. Applicants must be between 18-35 years and surpass the nationality qualification. Candidates from nations with Bilateral Youth Agreements with Canada are more likely to participate.

List of countries having Bilateral Youth Agreement with Canada

Country	Working Holiday	Young Professionals	International Co-op	Age Limit
Andorra	Up to 12 months	N/A	N/A	18-30
Australia	Up to 24 months	Up to 24 months	Up to 12 months (unless it is the applicant’s second participation since 2015, in which case, 12 months)	18-35
Austria	Up to 12 months	Up to 12 months	Up to 6 months (internship or work placement must be in forestry, agriculture, or tourism)	18-35
Belgium	Up to 12 months	N/A	N/A	18-30
Chile	Up to 12 months	Up to 12 months	Up to 12 months	18-35
Costa Rica	Up to 12 months	Up to 12 months	Up to 12 months	18-35
Croatia	Up to 12 months	Up to 12 months	Up to 12 months	18-35
Czech Republic	Up to 12 months	Up to 12 months	Up to 12 months	18-35
Denmark	Up to 12 months	N/A	N/A	18-35
Estonia	Up to 12 months	Up to 12 months	Up to 12 months	18-35
France*	Up to 24 months	Up to 24 months	Up to 12 months	18-35
Germany	Up to 12 months	Up to 12 months	Up to 12 months	18-35
Greece	Up to 12 months	Up to 12 months	Up to 12 months	18-35
Hong Kong	Up to 12 months	N/A	N/A	18-30
Ireland	Up to 24 months	Up to 24 months	Up to 12 months	18-35
Italy	Up to 12 months **	Up to 12 months **	Up to 12 months **	18-35
Japan	Up to 12 months	N/A	N/A	18-30
Latvia	Up to 12 months	Up to 12 months	Up to 12 months	18-35
Lithuania	Up to 12 months	Up to 12 months	Up to 12 months	18-35
Luxembourg	Up to 12 months	Up to 12 months	Up to 12 months	18-30
Mexico	Up to 12 months	Up to 12 months	Up to 12 months	18-29
Netherlands	Up to 12 months	Up to 12 months	N/A	18-30
New Zealand	Up to 23 months	N/A	N/A	18-35
Norway	Up to 12 months	Up to 12 months	Up to 12 months	18-35
Poland	Up to 12 months	Up to 12 months	Up to 12 months	18-35
Portugal	Up to 24 months	Up to 24 months	Up to 24 months	18-35
San Marino	Up to 12 months	N/A	N/A	18-35
Slovakia	Up to 12 months	Up to 12 months	Up to 12 months	18-35
Slovenia	Up to 12 months	Up to 12 months	Up to 12 months	18-35
South Korea	Up to 12 months	N/A	N/A	18-30
Spain	Up to 12 months	Up to 12 months	Up to 12 months	18-35
Sweden	Up to 12 months	Up to 12 months	Up to 12 months	18-30
Switzerland	N/A	Up to 18 months	Up to 12 months	18-35
Taiwan	Up to 12 months	Up to 12 months	Up to 12 months	18-35
Ukraine	Up to 12 months	Up to 12 months	Up to 12 months	18-35
United Kingdom	Up to 24 months	N/A	N/A	18-30

An annual pool will be conducted wherein candidates can apply based on their interests. The eligible candidates are provided with three streams under which they can apply for the IEC program.

The Three Main Streams

Stream	Type of visa	Eligibility & Type of Program
Working Holiday Stream	Open Work Permit	Can work for any employer and in any industry for up to 2 years.
Young Professionals Stream	Employer-specific work permit	Works for people with a job offer with plans on working for a single employer.
International Co-op Internship stream	N/A	Works for candidates enrolled in a post-secondary program in their native country for internship with a Canadian company.

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What are the Eligibility Criteria for the IEC program?

The candidates interested in applying for the IEC program must fulfill the minimum eligibility criteria. Applicants must –

• Youth Mobility Agreement standards - Be a member of the 36 partnered countries (Youth Mobility Agreement) with active citizenship and passport.

• Proof of Funds - Have funds equivalent to CAD 2,500 upon landing in Canada.

• Passport validity - Have a valid and active passport for your stay in Canada.
• Health Insurance - Must be eligible to avail of health insurance.
• Admissible eligibility - Must qualify according to the Canadian admissible rules.
• Age Limit - Must be within the age of 18-35.
• Nationality Limit - Must check eligibility based on their respective nationality.
• Flight expenses - Have sufficient capital to afford departure flight tickets upon the termination of their stay in Canada.
• No dependents policy - Must not be attended by dependents.
• Fee eligibility- Must have the required fees for the processes.

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Why to choose IEC Program?

The IEC program is an excellent opportunity for youth and individuals to travel to Canada and work with plenty of career-driven goals. The country is evolving into a home for many applicants, opening doors for skilled candidates who align with the requirements and eligibility.

Over 800,000 immigrants are said to migrate to Canada in the next three years in search of valuable work experience and better job prospects.

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