IEC 2024 (International Experience Canada) To End On Oct 21

Last Updated On 17 October 2024, 9:25 AM EDT (Toronto Time)

Canada’s International Experience Canada-IEC 2024 season is nearing its end, as Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced the final round of invitations will take place during the week of October 21, 2024.

To be eligible for this year’s program, prospective participants must act quickly and submit all new IEC profiles by 9 a.m. Eastern Time on October 21, 2024

While new applications will no longer be accepted after the deadline, candidates who receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA) before the season closes will still have time to submit their work permit applications.

Currently, IRCC processing times for the International Experience Canada current season are five weeks.

Each category offers different types of work permits and eligibility requirements.

Here’s an overview of the IEC categories and which countries have the excellent chances of receiving an invitation as the program draws to a close.

IEC Working Holiday Category Invitations

The Working Holiday category offers open work permits, allowing participants to work for multiple employers in different locations across Canada.

This is ideal for travellers looking to fund their stay while exploring the country.

Citizens of the below countries still have an excellent chance of receiving an invitation under the Working Holiday Visa category before the closure of the IEC 2024 season.

Country	Invitations Issued (As of Oct 12, 2024)	Available Spots	Candidates in Pool	IEC 2024 Quota	Chances of receiving an invitation in last Round
Andorra	22	9	0	25	Excellent
Australia	9,504	Unlimited	128	Unlimited	Excellent
Croatia	149	202	0	275	Excellent
Czech Republic	964	393	13	970	Excellent
Denmark	466	61	5	350	Excellent
Estonia	159	29	1	110	Excellent
Finland	139	Unlimited	3	Unlimited	Excellent
Germany	5,232	1101	75	4490	Excellent
Iceland	29	100	0	120	Excellent
Ireland	5,746	7273	53	10500	Excellent
Italy	3,438	116	78	1915	Excellent
Luxembourg	51	49	2	80	Excellent
Netherlands	1,176	187	18	900	Excellent
New Zealand	2,788	725	38	2500	Excellent
Norway	186	38	3	130	Excellent
Poland	777	201	11	635	Excellent
Portugal	1,105	1062	23	1750	Excellent
San Marino	1	24	0	25	Excellent
Slovakia	491	21	6	300	Excellent
Slovenia	82	46	1	80	Excellent
Sweden	440	328	7	580	Excellent
Taiwan	7,499	644	104	3340	Excellent

Pro Tip: Countries like Ireland, Japan, and Germany have a significant number of available spots, increasing the chances of receiving an invitation before the program closes.

IEC Young Professionals Category

The Young Professionals category provides an employer-specific work permit. Participants must have a job offer in Canada that supports their professional development and will work for the same employer throughout their stay.

Below are the countries with an excellent chance of receiving an invitation this week.

Country	Invitations Since Last Week	Available Spots	Candidates in Pool	IEC 2024 Quota	Chances of receiving an invitation in last Round
Australia	4	Unlimited	6	Unlimited	Excellent
Austria	1	2	2	7	Excellent
Chile	19	27	12	150	Excellent
Costa Rica	4	11	11	128	Excellent
Croatia	0	17	0	20	Excellent
Czech Republic	2	7	3	178	Excellent
Estonia	0	1	0	10	Excellent
Finland	0	Unlimited	0	Unlimited	Excellent
France	50	363	68	2200	Excellent
Germany	8	57	11	350	Excellent
Ireland	3	118	3	150	Excellent
Italy	0	11	11	65	Excellent
Korea, Republic	1	26	26	350	Excellent
Latvia, Republic	0	0	0	3	Excellent
Lithuania	0	0	0	18	Excellent
Luxembourg	0	10	0	10	Excellent
Netherlands	4	69	2	200	Excellent
Norway	1	8	0	15	Excellent
Poland	0	69	2	110	Excellent
Portugal	0	189	0	200	Excellent
Slovakia	3	7	1	48	Excellent
Slovenia	0	11	1	15	Excellent
Spain	5	3	3	110	Excellent
Sweden	1	70	3	100	Excellent
Switzerland	5	18	2	200	Excellent
Taiwan	1	80	3	150	Excellent
United Kingdom	32	37	37	400	Excellent

Key Insight: With Portugal and Ireland still having plenty of openings, candidates from these countries should seize the chance to submit their profiles before the October 21 deadline.

IEC International Co-op (Internship) Category

The International Co-op (Internship) stream offers an employer-specific work permit for students requiring a work placement or internship in Canada to complete their studies.

Country	Invitations Since Last Week	Available Spots	Candidates in Pool	IEC 2024 Quota	Chances of receiving an invitation in last Round
Australia	0	Unlimited	0	Unlimited	Excellent
Austria	1	1	0	2	Excellent
Chile	0	1	0	5	Excellent
Costa Rica	0	0	0	2	Excellent
Croatia	0	5	0	5	Excellent
Czech Republic	0	1	0	2	Excellent
Estonia	0	5	0	5	Excellent
Finland	0	Unlimited	0	Unlimited	Excellent
France	45	1433	46	3800	Excellent
Germany	1	90	4	160	Excellent
Greece	0	2	0	2	Excellent
Ireland	0	33	0	50	Excellent
Italy	0	8	1	20	Excellent
Korea, Republic	0	11	1	25	Excellent
Latvia, Republic	0	2	0	2	Excellent
Lithuania	0	2	0	2	Excellent

Note: France and Germany offer favorable chances for students seeking internships, with plenty of spots remaining for last-minute applicants.

Key Information for Applicants

Final Round of Invitations: Week of October 21, 2024
Deadline to Submit IEC Profiles: October 21, 2024
Processing Time: 5 weeks from the date of application submission

What Happens If You Receive an ITA?

If you receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA) before the season ends, you can still complete and submit your work permit application.

The processing time for approved applicants is five weeks, ensuring that even late-season participants have an opportunity to travel and work in Canada.

The IEC 2024 season is drawing to a close, with the final round of invitations scheduled for the week of October 21, 2024.

With several countries like Ireland, Japan, Germany, and France still offering open spots across various categories, interested participants should act fast and submit their profiles by the October 21 deadline.

Whether you’re applying under Working Holiday, Young Professionals, or International Co-op, now is the time to secure your chance to explore and work in Canada through this unique program.

What is IEC 2024?

The IEC program offers young individuals from over 30 participating countries the opportunity to work and travel in Canada.

IEC is divided into three categories:

Working Holiday,
Young Professionals, and
International Co-op (Internship)

Can I still apply if I receive an ITA after October 21?

Yes, if you receive an ITA before the season ends, you can still complete your work permit application even after the deadline.

How long does IRCC take to process IEC applications?

IEC applications typically take 5 weeks to process.

Which countries have the highest chances of getting an invitation under IEC?

Countries like Ireland, Japan, and France have many available spots, improving the chances of receiving an ITA.

What type of work permit do I get under the Working Holiday category?

The Working Holiday program offers open work permits, allowing participants to work for multiple employers across Canada.

Can I change employers under the Young Professionals category?

No, the Young Professionals permit is employer-specific, meaning you must work for the same employer during your stay.

Kamal Deep Singh, RCIC

Kamal Deep Singh, RCIC (Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant) licensed by CICC (formerly known as ICCRC) with member number R708618. He brings extensive knowledge of immigration law and new changes to rapidly evolving IRCC.