Canada working holiday visa for United Kingdom citizens

International Experience Canada — Working Holiday · verified against official sources, 13 July 2026

The short answer

United Kingdom citizens aged 18–35 can get the International Experience Canada — Working Holiday and live and work in Canada for up to 24 months — Open work permit up to 24 months. It costs about ~£205 (CAD 172 + CAD 100 + CAD 85 biometrics). Places: 2026 UK Working Holiday allocation ~9,330 (pool & invitation). Age is counted when you apply, not when you travel.

Age window

18–35

Duration

24 months

Cost

~£205 (CAD 172 + CAD 100 + CAD 85 biometrics)

Quota

2026 UK Working Holiday allocation ~9,330 (pool & invitation)

The conditions that matter

Enter the pool, wait for an Invitation to Apply before turning 36
~CAD 2,500 funds + health insurance for the full stay

Apply on the official site Check all your options Packaged working holidays in Canada

Guidance only — youth-mobility rules, ages, quotas and fees change. Always confirm on the official government page before you book flights or apply.

Other countries open to United Kingdom passports

Australia — ages 18–35, up to 12 months New Zealand — ages 18–35, up to 36 months Japan — ages 18–30, up to 12 months South Korea — ages 18–35, up to 12 months Taiwan — ages 18–30, up to 12 months Hong Kong — ages 18–30, up to 12 months

Canada rules for other passports

Ireland Australia New Zealand Germany France Netherlands