Earn as you explore
Fund your travels with local wages instead of draining savings.
The Ultimate Working Holiday Starter Kit
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The Ultimate Working Holiday Starter Kit
Everything you need to work, travel and live abroad - destinations, costs, jobs, visas and a step-by-step timeline.
Why go
The smartest gap-year move you can make
Boost your resume
International experience signals independence and initiative.
Build a global network
Live and work alongside people from every continent.
Level up your confidence
The ultimate personal-growth accelerator.
A legal, supported path
Work legally with GO International handling the paperwork.
Travel deeper
Stay for months and experience a place like a local.
Your adventure is one conversation away.
Book a free, no-pressure consultation. We'll map out your destination, visa and timeline — and answer every question.
Download the Free Kit
Popular destinations
Where will you go?
Some of the most popular destinations for young Canadians — IEC has 30+ partner countries in total.
Australia
The classic first Working Holiday — beach lifestyle and top hourly pay.
- Ages:
- 18–35
- Max stay:
- 12 mo+
- Avg wage:
- ~AUD $24/hr
- Savings:
- ~CAD $5,000
- Hospitality
- Farm work
- Retail
- Tourism
New Zealand
Bungee jumps, glaciers and road trips with a tight-knit backpacker scene.
- Ages:
- 18–35
- Max stay:
- 12–23 mo
- Avg wage:
- ~NZD $23/hr
- Savings:
- ~CAD $4,500
- Tourism
- Ski resorts
- Hospitality
- Vineyards
Japan
World-class ski resorts and unforgettable cultural immersion.
- Ages:
- 18–30
- Max stay:
- 12 mo
- Avg wage:
- Varies
- Savings:
- ~CAD $5,000
- Ski resorts
- Hospitality
- Tourism
- Tutoring
Ireland
English-speaking, welcoming, and a springboard to the rest of Europe.
- Ages:
- 18–35
- Max stay:
- 24 mo
- Avg wage:
- Varies
- Savings:
- ~CAD $4,000
- Hospitality
- Retail
- Office
- Tech
United Kingdom
London and beyond for up to two years — perfect for a city career.
- Ages:
- 18–35
- Max stay:
- 24 mo
- Avg wage:
- Varies
- Savings:
- ~CAD $5,500
- Hospitality
- Retail
- Corporate
- Events
Your adventure is one conversation away.
Book a free, no-pressure consultation. We'll map out your destination, visa and timeline — and answer every question.
Download the Free Kit
How it works
A legal, supported path abroad
Through International Experience Canada (IEC), young Canadians can live and work in 30+ countries. There's no single pool — each country has its own process, so we help you navigate the exact steps for your destination.
- 01 Choose your destination & category
- 02 Read that country's requirements
- 03 Apply through its official process
- 04 Prepare for arrival — we guide every step
Start Planning Early
Some countries have set windows or limited places.
6-12
months ahead is the sweet spot
Your adventure is one conversation away.
Book a free, no-pressure consultation. We'll map out your destination, visa and timeline — and answer every question.
Download the Free Kit
Testimonials
What Our Clients Say About Us:
Evan Emrich
This is my second time using Go international, they helped me with my first and second visa for Japan. The process and help that is provided makes everything so seamless, I really can't recommend them enough I also was able to get both of my visas first try with the help from Alex.
Ale Peters
Awesome program and very helpful staff. I used Go international for my second working holiday visa and would highly recommend over the alternatives. They were affordable, fast, professional, and provided better customer service than SWAP.
Stephanie Víquez
I totally recommend Go International. My experience has been excellent, especially thanks to Zoya, who has been very attentive and always checking in on me since my arrival in Canada with my Working Holiday program. Her support and guidance have been extremely helpful at all times.
I have also really enjoyed participating in the social activities organized by the agency, as they have allowed me to explore different places in Vancouver and meet people from various cultures. It has been a very positive and enriching experience — completely worth it, and I recommend it without any doubt.
Danielle Hogarty
Great experience! Amazing help from Sara and GO international in getting our 2nd IEC visa processed. She helped us through every step of the way , she was very quick to respond to any of my concerns and made sure we had all the information we needed to get through a stressful visa application
Eleanor Tremeer
Super helpful staff, fantastic and conscientious company. Really good to use if you need a second IEC as they have an excellent familiarity with the IRCC process and are there to answer any questions you have along the way.