Interview
Camille spent a year in Japan on a WHV before going back to school
Meet Camille, a 24-year-old student from Paris who embarked on an exciting Working Holiday Visa (WHV) adventure in Japan. After completing her master's degree, Camille chose Japan for its allure and the personal challenges it presented. During her stay, she lived in Tokyo and juggled various jobs—from working in a cheese shop to teaching languages and assisting at a film festival. This allowed her to fund travels across Japan, exploring places like Kyoto, Osaka, and even experiencing the snowy onsens of Hokkaido.
Camille's WHV journey was transformative, giving her freedom, personal growth, and the chance to overcome everyday challenges in a foreign culture. Her advice to future WHV participants is to shed biases, embrace mistakes, and truly immerse themselves in the local and diverse cultures. Curious about how Camille turned an embarrassing moment with a Starbucks emergency button into a memorable anecdote? Dive into her full story to discover more about her adventures and insights from her year in Japan.
09-07-2024
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Air Transat (Canada): extra 23kg luggage allowance
If you’re heading to Canada with an IEC or a student permit, Air Transat offers a special additional baggage allowance (23 kg) through pvtistes.net.
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How to create a Wise account and get your first international money transfer for free with pvtistes.net
Comment bénéficier d'un premier transfert d'argent à l'international sans frais de transfert, à hauteur de 3 000 £ grâce à pvtistes.net ?
04-07-2024
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Interview
Pamela, from a New Zealand WHV to permanent residency
Pamela went on a WHV in New Zealand. 5 years later, she got her residency. Find out more in this interview!
02-07-2024
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Interview
Enola, a WHV in South Korea followed by another in Japan
Enola did a working holiday in South Korea and she is soon going to Japan for another WHV! Learn more in this interview.
30-06-2024
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Interview
Marie, 2 years in Canada followed by tour of South America
Having completed two years of WHV in Canada, Marie is getting ready to go explore South America for a few months!
28-06-2024
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Article
10 free things to do in Toronto
It's not always easy to combine travel in Canada with a small budget! Here are 10 ideas for free or cheap things to do in Toronto.
27-06-2024
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Interview
Lisa, recently arrived in Toronto on a WHV (Working Holiday Visa)
Lisa arrived in Toronto, Canada three months ago for her working holiday. Read about her experience so far!
27-06-2024
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Interview
Romane, realising her childhood dream of moving to Canada
Romane has wanted to move to Canada since she was 13. Thanks to the Working Holiday Permit, her dream has become reality.
27-06-2024
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Offer
Airline tickets AUSTRALIA (negotiated price + 30kg baggage + other benefits)
Benefit from airline tickets with exclusive advantages on your flights to or from Australia through Ulysse.
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Guide
Buying a car or a van in New Zealand
Driver licences, buying a van, resale, checks to be carried out, WOF, a guide to help you buy a vehicle in New Zealand
21-06-2024
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Article
Which Melbourne suburb is best for working holiday makers?
This article talks you through the best suburbs to live in if you're on a WHV or looking to settle in Melbourne, Australia on a budget.
19-06-2024
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Article
What is International Experience Canada (IEC)?
International Experience Canada (IEC) gives 18-35 year-old travellers from 34 selected countries the opportunity to work in Canada.
19-06-2024
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Article
10 free things to do in Vancouver
It's not always easy to combine travel in Canada with a small budget! Here are 10 ideas for free activities and things to do in Vancouver.
18-06-2024
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Article
Iconic dishes to try in Japan, from least to most expensive
You don’t have to love anime or manga to have an amazing time in Japan: it’s a foodie’s paradise! Here are some of my favourite dishes.
14-06-2024
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Article
Canada immigration fees for temporary permits and permanent residence
Depending on the type of permit you have chosen to travel to Canada (visitor, study, work, etc.), here are the fees you will have to pay.
30-05-2024
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Article
Looking to work or settle in Canada? Watch for immigration scams!
Canada is a popular destination. Plenty of people are looking to travel, intern, study, work or settle in Canada—and scammers know that well.
27-05-2024
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Article
How to open a bank account in Hong Kong and make transfers
Once you arrive in Hong Kong, you’ll want to open up a local bank account, especially if you plan to start working. Here's how to do it.
24-05-2024
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Offer
Wise: free first international money transfer, up to £ 3,000
Wise Offer on pvtistes.net: you can get a free first international money transfer if you've never used Wise before.
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Guide
Fascinating animals that live in Australia (wallabies, wallaroos, quokkas…)
This article offers a complete overview of the animals you’re likely to come across during your working holiday in Australia.
17-05-2024
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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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Article
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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Article
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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Article
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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Article
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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Article
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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Article
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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Article
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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Article
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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Guide
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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Guide
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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Guide
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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Offer
Fizz: Mobile & Internet Plans in Canada (1 month free + $25 + Perks)
Fizz in Canada: 1 month free + $25 discount + 20 GB of free mobile data + 1 month of free Internet with promo code PVTZZ!
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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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