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Departure checklist for a working holiday in New Zealand in 2025-2026
This checklist focuses on what you will need to have ready on you the day of your departure to New Zealand.
05-03-2025
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Your checklist for travel to Canada on the IEC program
This easy-to-follow checklist will help you prepare for your departure to Canada on its International Experience Canada program
05-03-2025
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Which city should you start your Australian working holiday in?
Going on a working holiday to Australia but don't know which city to start or live in? This article will help you find the answer!
28-02-2025
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How much should I budget for my Working Holiday adventure in Canada?
What budget should you budget for going to Canada? It depends on several factors but here are some tips to help you plan ahead enough.
25-02-2025
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National Bank of Canada: how to claim the $100 welcome bonus
Open an account at the National Bank of Canada via the pvtistes link and get a $100 welcome bonus plus 3 years of free banking!
22-02-2025
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7 tips for a smooth Working Holiday permit activation in Canada
The activation of your Canada WHV is an often stressful step about which you have a lot of questions. Here are a few tips...
19-02-2025
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Sydney or Melbourne: Which city is better for a WHV?
Sydney or Melbourne: two of the most popular cities to settle in during an Australian WHV. We'll help you pick which city is best for you.
10-02-2025
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5 reasons to choose the United Kingdom for your working holiday
The United Kingdom has a lot to offer. In this article, we give you 5 reasons to choose the UK for your working holiday.
22-01-2025
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Culture shock on a Working Holiday Visa
In this article, we talk through the different stages of culture shock that you might experience when moving to a new country on a WHV.
13-12-2024
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How to open a bank account in Australia
We’ll cover all the options for opening a bank account in Australia, so that you can pick the bank that suits you best during your WHV.
04-12-2024
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Which South American country should you choose for your WHV?
If want to go on a South American working holiday but aren't sure which country to choose, here is more info about the available options.
26-11-2024
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I moved to Korea without speaking Korea: learnings and recommendations
Moving to South Korea without knowing Korean is a scary thought, but if you're really motivated, do let it stop you from making the move.
10-11-2024
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Air Transat special offer for family of pvtistes.net members
Are you a working holiday maker wanting to travel with family members? They can qualify for a free 23 kg checked bag too!
17-09-2024
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What to have in your Working Holiday adventure first-aid kit
Here are some must-have products that you really should pack in your first-aid kit for a Working Holiday Visa!
01-08-2024
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How to pack like a pro for your trip to Canada
If you're overwhelmed with how exactly to pack for your IEC permit - or epic holiday - in Canada, check out our packing tips.
31-05-2024
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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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How to fill in your New Zealand Traveller Declaration online
Ready to travel to New Zealand? In this tutorial, we show you how to fill in your New Zealand Traveller Declaration online.
11-12-2023
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Where Can You Live and Work in France During Your Working Holiday Adventure?
Would you like a WHV in France? Here is more information on the regions you will have the opportunity to explore during your trip.
16-11-2023
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The complete packing list of essentials for your working holiday adventure
The question that always comes up: what are the essentials to take with you on your PVT? Here we try to enlighten you...
17-10-2023
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8 Insightful Tips for a Great Working Holiday Adventure
The WHV is an incredible experience! However, it can sometimes be a lonely process. Here are few tips from friends for your WHV!
12-09-2023
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Flying 101 – A Comprehensive Guide for First-Time Air Travellers
Here's a guide to flying for the first time. We hope it will help reduce your stress. Have a good trip and enjoy your WHV!
25-05-2023
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10 Surprising Aspects of Life in Canada for Newcomers
The prices, jobs, landscapes, food, climate, wildlife and much more may surprise you when you arrive in Canada.
15-03-2023
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What’s the best month to start your Canadian Working Holiday adventure?
What is the best month to go to Canada? If you are going without a job, it can be difficult to decide on a date...
17-02-2023
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Arriving in New Zealand on a Working Holiday Visa: a few tips
Your WHV year in New Zealand has just begun, here are our best tips for starting it off with peace of mind!
09-06-2022
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WHV issued but not ready to travel to Canada yet? Here are your options
Many of you are wondering if you can leave Canada during your WHV. The answer is yes! Read more about it...
03-06-2022
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9 simple steps to get ready to apply for your Working Holiday permit to Canada
Here are 9 Simple Steps to Get Ready to Apply for Your Working Holiday Permit to Canada (passport, police certificate...)
23-02-2022
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Air Transat: extra 23kg luggage allowance for IEC student/work permit
Air Transat : young Europeans with a student or International Experience Canada (IEC) work permit can get an extra 23 kg of checked luggage at no extra cost.
04-01-2022
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Guide to a Working Holiday in Canada (free illustrated PDF guide)
The Guide to a Working Holiday in Canada gives you a very comprehensive overview of the Workinf Holiday permit, trip planning, options to consider and more.
02-03-2020
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Registration of Canadians Abroad (Working Holiday Visa)
Registration of Canadians Abroad is a free service that allows the Government of Canada to notify you in case of an emergency abroad or a personal emergency at home.
22-05-2017
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My Spontaneous, Last-Minute WHV Experience
My WHV experience helped me grow as a person, I have contacts in several countries as well as precious memories and I discovered a beautiful country...
09-05-2017
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