Working Holiday Visas for Australians Going to Canada

Last Updated: November 2007

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Eligibility

To be eligible you must:

be aged 18 amd 30 inclusive at the time of application
hold an Australian passport valid for the entire period of your intended stay
not have previously participated in this Working Holiday Program
meet health and character requirements
not be accompanied by dependants

Visa Fee

The visa costs AUD$165 payable by bank cheque or Australia Post money order made payable to the Canadian Consulate General. Australians applying from overseas may pay with an international bank draft in Australian dollars. Cash, credit and personal or company cheques are not permitted.

Proof of Funds

You must have approximately AUD$4,000 in available funds and may be asked to prove this when you enter Canada.

Quota

There are 7,550 visas available each year from January 1st on a first come, first serve basis. Visit this site to see how many visas remain.

Validity

The visa is valid for 12 months from the date you enter Canada. You have 12 months from when your 'Letter of Introduction' is issued to enter the country.

Employment Restrictions

There are no restrictions on where you may work but education and medical jobs will require you undergo a medical examination in Canada.

Re-Entry

You may leave and re-enter multiple times but the time allowed for your visa will not be paused while you are away.

How to Apply

Go to http://www.whpcanada.org.au/apply_online.shtml and follow the instructions.

General Comments

You may apply for the visa from outside of Australia as long as you have an Australian mailing address. You can enter Canada on a one way ticket but may need to show evidence of enough funds to pay for a ticket to leave Canada at the end of your stay.

Contact Details

Canadian Consulate General
Level 5, 111 Harrington Street
Sydney
NSW 2000

Phone: (02) 9364 3082
Email: whpcanada.sydney@international.gc.ca

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