Ireland working holiday visa for Canada citizens

Working Holiday Authorisation · verified against official sources, 13 July 2026

The short answer

Canada citizens aged 18–35 can get the Working Holiday Authorisation and live and work in Ireland for up to 24 months. It costs about ~£65. Age is counted when you apply, not when you travel.

Age window

18–35

Duration

24 months

Cost

~£65

Quota

No fixed quota

The conditions that matter

Aged 18–35; up to 2 years
Proof of funds + insurance

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

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 Canada passports

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

Ireland rules for other passports

Australia New Zealand United States Taiwan