Looking to travel to Canada on a Working Holiday Visa safely and with the support of a reputable agency? The website visavacancestravail.be is managed by Languages ​​& Travel , a licensed Belgian travel agency (license A1602) based in Brussels. Specializing in language and educational travel since 1992 , we now offer our more than 30 years of experience to young applicants for the Canadian Working Holiday Visa .

Our goal: to offer you a professional, reliable, and reassuring environment to prepare for your departure to Canada. As a travel agency subject to European regulations , we strictly adhere to the GDPR , provide you with clear information on passport and insurance requirements, and, most importantly, we carry insolvency insurance (with AMLIN) to protect you financially in the event of bankruptcy .

But our commitment goes far beyond formalities. We have a duty to assist you if you encounter a problem once you arrive. We kept this promise from the very first days of the COVID-19 pandemic, when many working holiday visa holders in Canada requested urgent repatriation to Belgium or France . Thanks to our responsiveness, they were able to return home quickly and safely.

Canada attracts an increasing number of working holiday visa holders each year, and it is now one of the countries for which we develop the most varied and most requested programs .

We offer several packages depending on your profile and objectives:

1. The Basic Pack is ideal for independent travellers who want to leave quickly without enrolling in a language course.

2. The Complete Pack with English courses , available in many Canadian cities, to improve your language level before looking for a job.

3. The Experience Packs+ , to enrich your Canadian Working Holiday Visa with unique programs: guaranteed employment in a ski resort or in the hospitality industry , half-pair in Toronto, farm experience , or even company internships in your field of study.

And if you have a project of your own or particular desires, our team is ready to listen to you and create a tailor-made stay that reflects your personality.

Why a Working Holiday Visa in Canada? A country with a high quality of life and abundant natural beauty: Canada's popularity is no accident! In addition to its vast, unspoiled landscapes and the hospitality of its cosmopolitan population, job opportunities abound in numerous sectors. With a Canadian Working Holiday Visa, enjoy a more relaxed lifestyle than in Europe, along with a breath of fresh air during a unique experience abroad . Do you feel the call of the great outdoors and nature?

VisaVacancesTravail.be offers three distinct destinations where you can settle down in places where there will always be something to see, do, and share . Toronto , with its welcoming and vibrant neighborhoods, is one of the most multicultural cities on the planet, with over 140 languages ​​spoken and a wealth of activities. Vancouver , in the far west, is regularly ranked among the most livable places in the world. Or Whistler , for adventure sports enthusiasts, both summer and winter. Also for those who want to improve their English, you have the opportunity to go on a Working Holiday in Australia or New Zealand .

The participation fee for the International Experience Canada (IEC) program is CAD 172 , and the fee for obtaining a Working Holiday Visa CAD 100. You must also provide your biometrics through an agency authorized by Canadian immigration and pay the biometric collection service fee of CAD 85 when you pay your IEC participation fee . This brings the total to CAD 357 (approximately €232 at an exchange rate of CAD 1 = €0.65).

Unlike Australia and New Zealand, most job opportunities in Canada are concentrated in the service sector . These opportunities cover a wide range of fields, including tourism, hospitality, food service, retail, technology, and even seasonal farm work. At ski resorts, these positions will be specific to the winter or summer season. As a seasonal worker in the winter, a job can be guaranteed before your departure under the Working Holiday Visa program, but only at ski resorts, and these jobs begin in November. Employers in Canada prefer longer contracts, so a minimum commitment of six months is required.

When on a Working Holiday Visa in Canada, health insurance is mandatory : without it, you risk being refused entry into the country . This insurance must cover your entire stay, including:

• medical and hospitalization costs ,

• repatriation ,​

• civil liability ,

• and if possible, loss or theft of luggage.

For Belgian (and other nationalities) Working Holiday Visa holders, Visavacancestravail.be offers a Working Holiday Visa insurance policy specifically designed to meet the requirements of the Canadian authorities. Our coverage is comprehensive, with no upfront costs in case of emergency, allowing you to travel with peace of mind for the entire duration of your stay (up to 12 months).

👉 This contract was designed by and for Working Holiday Visa holders , with guarantees adapted to the reality on the ground, 24/7 telephone assistance in French and the possibility of subscribing online in a few clicks , an application to download on your mobile phone, geolocation of a doctor or the nearest hospital, reimbursement within 48 hours of medical expenses up to €500 so as not to burden your budget, etc.

The Working Holiday Visa (WHV) for Canada allows young Belgians aged 18 to 30 (35 for French citizens) to live, travel, and work in Canada for one year (two years for French citizens). To be eligible, you must first register in the International Experience Canada (IEC) candidate pool and then hope to receive an invitation to apply for a permit . Once you receive the invitation, you have approximately 30 days to complete your application, pay the fees, provide your biometrics, and undergo a medical examination, depending on your health and medical history.

This permit offers you great freedom : you can work in almost any field , change jobs or cities at any time, all while exploring Canada's natural and cultural treasures. However, be sure to carefully follow the entry requirements (mandatory insurance, minimum funds upon arrival) and prepare your departure thoroughly to ensure a successful Working Holiday Visa experience in Canada !

It is essential to make an appointment before going to the Canadian immigration-approved center, otherwise you risk being refused entry. Currently, there is no agency authorized by Canadian immigration to collect your biometric data. The nearest agency is in Paris; there are also agencies in the Netherlands and Germany.

The visa can be obtained online in an average of 5 weeks, provided the quota is not exhausted. Apply as soon as you have your passport. Belgians can only apply in one category: "Working Holiday," the one for which we have developed Job Assistance. To guide you through the process, consult our Working Holiday Visa tutorial for Canada . Once granted, you have one year to travel to Canada, and your visa becomes valid on the day of your arrival. It is valid for one year (two years for French citizens) with no possibility of extension.

First and foremost, it's a question of nationality . Currently, 37 nationalities are eligible for a Working Holiday Visa in Canada, including Belgians, French, Luxembourgers, Swiss, Italians, Spaniards, etc. A complete list is available on the official website here .

To participate in the Canadian Working Holiday Program (WHP) as a Belgian citizen, you must meet the following criteria:

1. To have Belgian nationality and a Belgian passport valid for the entire planned duration of the stay.

2. Be aged between 18 and 30 inclusive at the time of application (you can submit your application up to the day before your 31st birthday).

3. Have at least CAD 2,500 in savings to cover your needs at the beginning of your stay.

4. To be admitted into the IEC (International Experience Canada) pool and receive an invitation to apply (random draw).

5. Purchase health and hospitalization insurance covering the entire duration of your stay (mandatory upon entry into Canadian territory).

6. Not to be accompanied by dependent children.

7. Present a clean criminal record upon request (or provide the requested supporting documents in case of prolonged stay in another country).

8. Pay the participation fee : see above and, in some cases, undergo a medical examination (especially if you wish to work with children or in the health sector).

For Belgian nationals, the maximum duration of the Working Holiday Permit (WHP) in Canada is 12 months .

Unlike other nationalities (such as the French, who can benefit from a 24-month Working Holiday Visa), Belgians cannot obtain a Working Holiday Visa for more than one year. This limitation is defined by the bilateral agreement between Canada and Belgium , within the framework of the International Experience Canada (IEC) .

Note:

• It is not possible to extend a Working Holiday Visa once you are there.

• You cannot submit a second application for a Canadian Working Holiday Visa (WHV) if you have already obtained one (only one application per person). Some recognized organizations (ROs) sell WHVs through their quota from Canadian immigration. We would be happy to provide you with more information.

• If you wish to remain in Canada after your Working Holiday Visa, you will need to consider other types of residence or work permits (closed work permit, study permit, etc.).

18 and 30 years old at the time of application (you can submit your application up to the day before your 31st birthday). It is not possible to apply before your 18th birthday. For French citizens, the minimum age is 18 and the maximum age is 35. The 18-30 age range applies to most nationalities. Beyond the age limit, it is still possible to obtain a Canadian Working Holiday Visa (WHV) through a Canadian organization recognized by Canadian immigration. Contact us for more information.

You must have at least CAD 2,500 in savings to cover your expenses at the start of your stay. You will need to provide proof of this when applying online for your Canadian Working Holiday Visa. The bank statement must be recent and in your name. At Visavacancestravail.be, we recommend having this amount in a personal account before you leave to cover your initial expenses (accommodation if you are not taking an English course/full package), food, transportation, etc. This is especially important if you purchase a one-way plane ticket, although your job there will likely allow you to finance it once you arrive.