- Points Based
- Most people below the age of 51 years old, with an occupation (listed on each country’s list), 2+ years of work experience & good English / French are eligible for this
- It is the most popular way of settling overseas
- Similar to skilled immigration
- Occupation must be listed on the state list
- Long term visa converted to PR & citizenship
- Very popular option for most countries
- Candidates who find a full time job & an employer overseas are eligible for this visa
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- Some countries offer permanent residency anyone who has a parent, brother, sister, uncle, aunt or first cousin overseas
- The sponsoring relative needs to be an citizen or a permanent resident of that country
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- Many countries offer a temporary or PR visa in exchange for an investment
- Investment amounts can range from $50,000 to $500,000 or more
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AVAIL THE OPPORTUNITY TO TRAVEL AND WORK IN CANADA
The International Experience Canada, commonly referred to as the IEC, provides youth with an opportunity of travelling to and working in Canada.
Those eligible for the IEC are placed into the IEC pool of candidates.
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The pools for the 2021 season are currently open. While Canada has in place temporary travel restrictions in view of the COVID-19 pandemic, you can still travel to Canada under IEC, provided you have a current, valid job offer. Do ensure that you meet the requirements for the IEC and can enter Canada. |
ELIGIBILITY
There are 2 ways of applying for the IEC of Canada, depending on the country that you are a national of.
(1) Countries with an IEC agreement with Canada
To be able to apply under the IEC, your country (that you hold the citizenship of) must have an agreement with the Canadian government, allowing you to apply for an IEC work permit.
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Australia |
Austria | Belgium | Canada |
Chile |
Costa Rica |
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Croatia |
Czech Republic |
Denmark | Estonia | France | Germany |
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Greece |
Hong Kong | Ireland |
Italy |
Japan |
Korea (Rep.) |
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Latvia |
Lithuania |
Luxembourg |
Mexico | Netherlands | New Zealand |
| Norway |
Poland |
Portugal |
San Marino |
Slovakia | Slovenia |
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Spain |
Sweden |
Switzerland |
Taiwan | Ukraine |
UK |
(2) IEC through a Recognized Organization (RO)
If your country is not on the list of countries eligible for the IEC, you can use a recognized organization instead.
Those from an IEC country or territory don’t have to use an RO.
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An individual that is not from an IEC country/territory can only come to Canada through the IEC if they use a Recognized Organization for the same. |
ROs for the IEC are –
| Name of RO | Target Market | Eligible to |
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AIESEC Canada |
Youth aged 18 to 30 |
· IEC countries/territories · Brazil · India |
| GO International | Youth aged 18 to 35 |
· IEC countries/territories · the U.S. |
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International Association for the Exchange of Students for Technical Experience (IAESTE) |
Youth aged 18 to 35 |
· IEC countries · other IAESTE country partners |
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International Rural Exchange (IRE) |
Youth aged 18 to 35 | IEC countries/territories only |
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Memorial University of Newfoundland (MUN) |
Youth aged 18 to 35 | IEC countries/territories only |
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Stepwest |
Youth aged 18 to 35 | IEC countries/territories only |
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SWAP Working Holidays |
Youth aged 18 to 35 |
· IEC countries/territories · the U.S. |
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University of British Columbia |
Youth aged 18 to 35 |
· IEC countries/territories · Brazil · China · Iceland · India · Pakistan · Singapore · the U.S. |
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University of New Brunswick |
Youth aged 18 to 30 | IEC countries/territories only |
Youth service organizations offering work and travel support to the youth, ROs can be either for profit, non-profit, or educational.
Most of the ROs for the IEC charge a fee for their services.
IEC POOLS
There are 3 different pools of travel and work experiences available under the IEC.
An individual might be eligible for more than 1 pools.
IEC pools –
- Working Holiday: Open work permit for Canada. Fund your vacation with temporary work in Canada.
- Young Professionals: Employer-specific work permit. Gain Canadian professional work experience for being able to better compete in a global economy. Self-employed work not considered.
- International Co-op (Internship): Employer-specific work permit. Gain valuable overseas work experience related to your field of study.
An invitation to apply [ITA] must be received by the candidate before they can submit their application to the IEC.
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While dependents are not eligible for accompanying an individual to Canada under the IEC program, they might apply to visit Canada, study abroad in Canada, or work overseas in Canada. |
AN OVERVIEW OF THE APPLICATION PROCESS
STEP 1: Meeting the IEC Eligibility Criteria
- Complete the “Come to Canada” questionnaire, and get your personal reference code.
- Create an account with Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada [IRCC].
STEP 2: Profile submission and Canada work permit application
- Submit your profile. Choose the IEC pool that you intend to be in.
- Those receiving an ITA via their IRCC account will have 10 days for beginning their application.
- Once a Canada work permit application has been started, 20 days will be available for completing and submitting it.
- [For Young Professional and Co-op categories only] During that 20-day period, their employer will have to pay the employer compliance fee through the Employer Portal.
- [For Young Professional and Co-op categories only] Once the fee is paid, their employer would send you an offer of employment number. This will be required for applying for a work permit for Canada.
- Uploading all supporting documents.
- Paying fees online through IRCC account.
STEP 3: Biometrics
If required, a biometric instruction letter (BIL) will be sent to the individual – via their IRCC account – after they submit their application.
30 days are given, upon receipt of the BIL, for the submission of biometrics at a Canada Visa Application Centre (VAC).
STEP 4: IEC Work Permit Assessment
- Assessment may take up to 56 days. Additional documents might be asked for.
- IRCC to send a Port of Entry Letter to the applicant’s account.
- This letter as well as the job offer confirmation letter must be brought by the individual with them to Canada.
STEP 5: Travel to Canada
- Be aware with the latest quarantine measures in place for Canada.
- Download the ArriveCAN app for providing mandatory travel information.
HOW Y-AXIS CAN HELP YOU?
- Expert guidance
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- Assistance with the documentation