2024 International Experience Canada
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Today we would like to share news about the 2024 International Experience Canada (IEC). The 2024 IEC application is now available. If you are interested in participating, you can register with the pool of candidates now. (Click here to see the article about the 2023 International Experience Canada.)
What is International Experience Canada (IEC)?
IEC is a program designed to provide youth (aged 18 to 35) with the opportunity to travel and work in Canada. There are three IEC categories:
- Working Holiday
- Young Professionals
- International Co-op (Internship)
Each program has unique requirements and differs by country of applicant’s citizenship. You can check the eligibility below.
https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/eligibility.html
Registrations for the 2024 IEC are Now Open!
The 2024 IEC program is now open and accepting applications since December 11, 2023. The first round will take place on January 8, 2024.
▶︎ Application Fee
IEC Fee: $161 → $172
Biometrics: $85
Open Work Permit Holder Fee: $100 (Working Holiday Participants)
Employer Compliance Fee: $230 (Young Professionals & International Co-op Participants)
▶︎ Current Application Status for Japan – Working Holiday (as of January 4, 2024)
Quota: 6,500
First round of invitations: Week of January 8
Final round of invitations: To be announced
Candidates in the pool: 783
For more information, please check the link below.
https://ircc.canada.ca/english/work/iec/selections.asp?country=jp&cat=wh
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As noted above, registration for the 2024 IEC is now open! If you are interested in participating, we encourage you to plan ahead and apply in time.
If you are interested in applying for this program and need our assistance or advice, please feel free to send your form from here. We will get back to you as soon as possible.
“You are one step closer to Canada!”