New IEC 2024 Draw Sent 14,209 Work Permit Invitations

The New International Experience Canada (IEC) draw of 2024 sent 14,209 invitations for open work permits during the week ending February 29, 2024.

Out of 14,209 invitations, 12,972 invitations were sent out under the Working Holiday category.

751 invitations were sent for the Young Professional category, and 486 invitations were sent for the International Co-op (internship) category.

IEC 2024 sent out the second-highest number of invitations this week.

According to the latest update, Finland is now on the list of IEC member countries. Starting from March 1, 2024, Finns can enter their information into the IEC pools. The first invitations will go out during the week of March 11, 2024.

Attention Finnish youth 🇫🇮!

Unlock work and travel opportunities in Canada through IEC! Enhance your work experience, embrace diverse cultures, and explore Canada's breathtaking landscapes and lively cities.

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— IEC (@IEC_EIC) March 2, 2024

The IEC 2024 Season began on December 11, 2023. If you are a young person from a qualifying country, you can now submit your profile to the pool.

In early January 2024, the Canadian government started sending invitations.

As of the latest update on February 13, 2024, from IRCC, the processing time for IEC 2024 applications is 3 weeks.

Working Holiday Visa Invitations:

In the latest round of invitations, 12,972 open work permit invitations were sent.

If you meet the requirements for the Working Holiday category, you can get a work permit allowing you to work for any company in Canada. T

his is great if you don’t have a job offer yet and want to work for various employers while traveling and earning money.

Click here to learn more about Working Holiday Visa.

Young Professionals Invitations:

In the latest round of invitations, 751 invitations were sent in this category.

The Young Professionals category offers a work visa tied to a particular employer for eligible applicants from specific countries.

To qualify, you need a real job offer from a Canadian company that supports your career growth. You also have to agree to work for the same company and at the same location.

Click here to learn more about Young Professionals Invitations

International Co-op (Internship):

In the latest round of invitations, 486 invitations were sent under this category.

If you’re a college student and have a job offer for an internship or work placement in Canada, you can apply for a work visa in the International Co-op (Internship) category.

This allows you to gain work experience in Canada while you’re still in school.

Click here to learn more about International Co-op (Internship)

List Of Countries Eligible For IEC 2024 Season

Here’s the list of countries eligible for Working Holiday Visas in IEC 2024:

• Andorra
• Australia
• Croatia
• Czech Republic
• Denmark
• Estonia
• Finland
• Germany
• Greece
• Iceland
• Ireland
• Italy
• Korea Republic
• Luxembourg
• Netherlands
• New Zealand
• Norway
• Poland
• Portugal
• San Marino
• Slovenia
• Spain
• Sweden
• United Kingdom
• Austria
• Belgium
• Chile
• Costa Rica
• France
• Hong Kong
• Japan
• Latvia
• Lithuania
• Slovakia
• Taiwan

IEC 2024 Fees

For the 2024 season, Canada has set the IEC cost for all athletes at $172 CAD.

The IEC fees depend on the immigration program you choose.

If you’re applying for a working holiday, you’ll need to pay a $100 Canadian fee.

Young professionals and overseas co-op candidates don’t have extra costs, but their employers must pay a $230 CAD employer compliance fee.

If you need to provide biometrics, you’ll have to pay an additional $85 CAD along with the IEC charge.