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Here you’ll find top tips for working holidaymakers, our picks for this year’s best tourist destinations, business travel advice & much more



Do I need an eTA for Canada from Ireland?

Planning on travelling to Canada with an Irish passport? Whether you are travelling to explore Canada’s natural wonders or to engage in business, before embarking on this journey, it’s crucial that you understand the entry requirements as an Irish citizen. Among the essentials is the Canadian eTA (Electronic Travel Authorization), a digital travel permit designed […]

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What is eTA Canada?

Have you got a trip to Canada coming up? If you’re planning a trip to Canada, you may need to apply for an eTA Canada beforehand. Securing what you need for a trip overseas can be overwhelming and stressful.

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2023 Canadian IEC (Working Holiday) Program now open

*Updated on: 09.01.2023 Are you looking for adventure in 2023? Does that include a working holiday in Canada? There is great news for those wishing to apply for the International Experience Canada (IEC) program. It was officially announced that the program is to increase capacity by 20% for the upcoming season. New applications for the […]

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Applications for 2019 Canadian Working Holiday programme now being accepted

Considering a big move next year? Perhaps Canada will be your destination of choice. The 2019 International Experience Canada (IEC) programme is now open for applications from young people (aged 18-35) around the world. Approximately 30 countries have a reciprocal work and travel agreement with Canada. Under the Working Holiday programme, citizens can live, work […]

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Canadian Working Holiday Visa Program is Now Open

The new quota for the Canadian Working Holiday Visa is now open. The applicants must be between 18-30 (up to 35 if you are an Irish passport holder) years old. The approved applicants have the right to work and travel within Canada up to 24 months with the IEC program. For more information about the requirements […]

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Need Canadian Work and Holiday Visa? Last Chance September 30th!

If you need a Canada Work and Holiday visa, it is better to hurry up. The quotes for the 2016 season are going to be closed. The deadline for that is September 30th. It is important to submit your application within the last few days of September because you are going to wait for a […]

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