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A goldmine of info to get ready for your Working Holiday adventure—in-depth articles, step-by-step guides and feedback from Working Holiday permit holders.
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Guide
Everything you need to know about living, working or studying in Montreal
Montreal is a popular destination with IEC permit holders wishing to live, work or study in French-speaking Canada.
17-05-2024
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Article
Applications for WHV to Australia — Documents and requirement rules
Applying for a WHV to Australia used to be quick and very straightforward. It still is, but new requirements make it a bit trickier than before.
17-05-2024
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Working Holiday Visa to Australia: Latest updates
Working Holiday Visa to Australia - What's new? Updates for the 2023-24 season for both Subclass 417 and Subclass 462 visa holders.
10-05-2024
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The best weekend trips from Vancouver
Make the most of your time in Vancouver and explore the best places to visit on a weekend trip, from Vancouver Island to the United States.
06-05-2024
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Faux pas to avoid in Japan, ranked from least to most serious
To make the most of your experience while also respecting local customs, here are some of the most common faux pas to avoid when in Japan.
02-05-2024
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Volunteering in Canada (WWOOF, HelpX…) – do you need a work permit?
WWOOF, HelpX, Workaway... If you don’t get paid, do you need a work visa to volunteer in Canada?
30-04-2024
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Duration of your IEC insurance = duration of your stay in Canada
The duration of your insurance coverage impacts your Working Holiday visa/permit in Canada.
24-04-2024
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What’s the Difference Between a Canadian Working Holiday and a Young Professionals Permit?
What are the differences between the Young Professionals permit and the WHV? Here's what sets them apart (price, procedures, flexibility...).
19-04-2024
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Article
Reasons for refusal of the Canada IEC permit
This article goes through the main reasons for refusal of a Canada IEC permit application and how to avoid this happening to you.
16-04-2024
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Canada Immigration Fees Update – How Much to Budget for Permanent Residence and More
Canada has increased the application fees for permanent residence under the economic class in 2020 and 2022.
15-04-2024
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How to open Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada PDF forms
In this article, we explain how to open any Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada PDF forms, such as the IMM 5707 form.
12-04-2024
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How to find housing in New Zealand, from hostels to flatmates
Where and how to find housing in New Zealand? Hostels, CouchSurfing, living in your vehicle, work for accommodation...
09-04-2024
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How to choose a bank and open an account in New Zealand
Heading to New Zealand? Once you arrive, you will need to open a local bank account to pay and get paid. Here's how to do it.
09-04-2024
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Important steps upon landing in New Zealand (IRD, bank, phone…)
Upon landing in New Zealand, you should expect to take some important actions to ensure a smooth start to your adventure.
09-04-2024
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Guide
Applying for a Young Professionals Visa to France (3A visa for Canadians)
This visa is intended to simplify approval of work authorization for foreign young professionals who have obtained a job offer in France.
08-04-2024
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How to apply for your IRD number in New Zealand
Going on a Working Holiday in New Zealand? In this guide, we’re walking you through all the steps to a successful IRD number application.
06-04-2024
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Top 10 common mistakes to avoid in your IEC application
Here are 10 mistakes to avoid in your IEC application to make sure you have the best chance of securing your Canada Working Holiday permit.
04-04-2024
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7 Tips for finding housing during your working holiday abroad
Finding housing in a foreign country can be daunting, but it is essential. Here are a few tips for how to find a place to stay.
04-04-2024
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Guide
Finding accommodation in Canada
Finding accommodation in Canada when on a Working Holiday Visa : how does it work, and tips about finding a rental, roommates, subletting, etc !
28-03-2024
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Buying a car in Canada
Buying a car in Canada: choosing the perfect vehicle for your needs and budget; where, when and how to buy a car; registering and insuring your vehicle...
28-03-2024
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8 ways to travel across Canada
Crossing Canada by bus, train, van, rental car, motorbike, bicycle or on foot? And if everything was possible, during your WHV...
28-03-2024
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Everything you need to know to plan for a campervan road trip
What should you bring? How can you save space and organize your life? Where can you eat, sleep and shower? Where can you park your van?
25-03-2024
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Interview
Aiyana, a WHV in Canada after New Zealand and Australia
Aiyana, a British citizen, is about to make a WHV in Canada after New-Zealand and Australia. Learn more about her experience...
19-03-2024
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Interview
Julien, hiking New Zealand’s Te Araroa on a whim
Julien decided to hike New Zealand's Te Araroa on a whim. He shares with us his amazing adventure.
12-03-2024
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Interview
Laura became a ski instructor during her New Zealand WHV
Laura has always loved skiing. Now, since her WHV in New Zealand, she has made it her way of life, travelling the world to ski.
08-03-2024
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Interview
Julie, WHV in Canada and Australia, cofounder of pvtistes.net
Hi, my name is Julie. I’m 39 years old. I’m from Paris, where I majored in foreign languages before going my working holidays.
05-03-2024
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The difficulties of returning home after 3 years of travelling
I don't think anyone ever really gets used to coming back home after travelling. Why can it be so hard to go back home?
05-03-2024
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Interview
Mathieu, cofounder of pvtistes.net, from a WHV to Canadian citizenship
About 18 years ago, I went to Canada on a working holiday. This decision was largely influenced by Julie, my cofounder for pvtistes.net.
03-03-2024
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Interview
Maëlys, sedentary and nomadic during her working holiday in New Zealand
Maëlys and her partner embarked on a working holiday in New Zealand. They met countless locals through HelpX and hitchhiking.
01-03-2024
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What Insurance Should You Choose for Your Working Holiday Adventure?
Which WHV insurance should I choose? Here we explain why you should take out insurance and what we recommend.
29-02-2024
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Introduction to the Working Holiday Visa (WHV) to France
Every year around 5000 young adults from around the world move to France on a Working Holiday Visa. What is it and who can get one?
23-02-2024
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Canada: Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA)
The eTA has been mandatory for any foreign person exempt from a visitor’s visa who wishes to travel to Canada.
15-02-2024
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