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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.
Guide
Getting your Canadian Social Insurance Number
Applying for a Social Insurance Number (SIN) is a straightforward and mandatory step if you want to work during your Working Holiday adventure in Canada.
25-03-2025
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Guide
Everything you need to know about living, working or studying in Vancouver
Vancouver is a popular destination with IEC permit holders wishing to live, work or study in English-speaking Canada.
24-03-2025
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Guide
Your to-do list before going to Canada
Are you heading to Canada with an International Experience Canada (IEC) permit? We give you the information and advice you need!
21-03-2025
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Article
5 most beautiful islands in Australia
Australia is a dream destination! Let's set off together to discover the 5 most beautiful Australian islands...
21-03-2025
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Article
Working Holiday in Canada: Best job search websites
List of Job Search Websites in Canada and general information (resume builder, finding a job from your home country...)
20-03-2025
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Guide
Introduction to the Canada Working Holiday permit
How to apply for a Working Holiday permit in Canada? How does the scheme work? What are the eligibility requirements and paperwork?
19-03-2025
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Offer
Fizz: mobile and Internet plans in Canada (referral bonus + 20 GB of data + 1 month of free Internet)
Fizz mobile plan in Quebec, Ottawa, Vancouver, Calgary and Edmonton: benefit from a reduction and 20 GB of free mobile data!
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Guide
The arrivals process and your first steps in Canada
Learn more about the landing process and your first steps in Canada (Working Holiday Visa, Young professionals Visa and Internship Visa).
17-03-2025
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Guide
Opening a bank account in Canada
There are many banks in Canada. Here are some of the most common ones (non-exhaustive list): National Bank, Desjardins...
14-03-2025
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Article
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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Article
What’s different when applying for a Working Holiday Permit from within Canada?
Are you applying for a Canada WHV from Canada? Here is some information you should keep in mind, especially regarding biometrics.
04-03-2025
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Article
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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Article
Getting a second Working Holiday permit to Canada—Loopholes and exceptions
You’ve heard that you can’t get a Working Holiday permit to Canada more than once. There are exceptions for the lucky citizens of these few countries.
28-02-2025
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Article
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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Article
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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Interview
Meet Lucile, social media manager at pvtistes.net
Hi my name is Lucile, I’m 27. After 5 years of studies in communications, I started my career in the digital space.
17-02-2025
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Offer
Air Canada: airfare between Canada and France with 2 free checked bags
If you hold a student or work visa and are travelling between Canada and France, get 2 checked bags for free with Air Canada.
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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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Article
pvtistes.net Timeline (from 2005 to today)
De la naissance du site à son bientôt 9e anniversaire, apprenez en plus sur son évolution grâce à notre "chronologie de PVTistes.net".
30-01-2025
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Guide
All permit and visa options for going to Canada
This guide reviews the permit and visa options and the different routes for going to Canada, either temporarily or permanently.
22-01-2025
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Article
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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Article
IEC Working Holiday Permit to Canada for Brits: 2025-2026 Guide
Everything British citizens need to know about Canada's IEC programme: eligibility, application, costs, benefits, and FAQs.
19-01-2025
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Article
IEC Working Holiday Permit to Canada for Irish: 2025-2026 Guide
Everything Irish citizens need to know about Canada's IEC programme: eligibility, application, costs, benefits, and FAQs.
19-01-2025
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Article
Open and closed work permits in Canada – The fine print explaining the difference
Not sure what "open work permit" and "closed work permit' mean? We have all the info you need to make the decision that’s right for you!
16-01-2025
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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
IEC permit to Canada: Travelling as a couple and/or with kids
Tackling the Working Holiday permit adventure in Canada with your significant other and/or with kids? Read on, this article will answer all your questions!
15-01-2025
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Guide
Working in Canada: what is meant by TEER categories 0, 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5?
You may have heard about job levels while doing your research about working in Canada: National Occupational Classification (NOC) system.
15-01-2025
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Offer
National Bank of Canada: 3 years without fees + $100 cashback
Welcome offer for newcomers from National Bank of Canada: 3 years without monthly fees (Working Holiday, Young Pro...) + a $100 cashback.
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Article
IEC Canada – Spouse or common-law partner open work permit 101
You are an IEC permit holder? Your spouse or common-law partner may be eligible for a student visa or an open work permit.
15-01-2025
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Guide
“Flagpoling” or how to cross the US-Canada border to activate your permit
Flagpoling or how to cross the US-Canada border to activate your permit (for work, study or tourism).
14-01-2025
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Article
10 free things to do in the Canadian Rockies
We’ve compiled the best free activities available year-round in the Canadian Rockies to help you make this bucket list trip on a budget.
06-01-2025
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Article
16 good reasons to apply for a Working Holiday Visa
Here are 16 unique perks of the Working Holiday Visa that should convince you to pick a destination right now!
23-12-2024
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Guide
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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Article
FAQs about the third year in Canada for Brits applying to IEC
This article will answer all your FAQs about the third year in Canada that is now available for British citizens applying to IEC.
13-12-2024
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Article
Changes in your body that you might experience on a WHV
WHVs can lead to changes in your body. We're sharing the reasons why, plus how to deal with any bodily changes you experience when travelling.
10-12-2024
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Article
WHV in Japan: How to get a phone number, data, and pocket wifi
Getting a phone number is crucial upon arrival in Japan if you’re planning to stay a year or several months. Read this to learn how.
08-12-2024
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