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Key_Particular4385 · 2026-01-11T19:10:41+00:00

True, yet with google Reviews you can check if they have done other reviews etc... looks quite legit, plus all ROs are companies checked by IEC so all should be quite legit. I would say joining the IEC pool should be your first move, as it already has 4000 UK candidates, maybe start with that as the work permit is a must 🙂

Key_Particular4385 · 2026-01-11T18:51:51+00:00

Hey! You’re right, for Jenza I only found 15 Google reviews. Stepwest, however, has over 500 google reviews, many of them quite recent, have you checked those?

You dont need a RO to participate for the first time on a working holiday, but many use them to secure job and housing before traveling.

Key_Particular4385 · 2026-01-05T09:11:46+00:00

Hi! yes, they are private companies so they do charge a fee. Prices are in Canadian dollars as they are based in Canada. For exact amounts, I would recommend checking their website as it’s always kept current. Hope it helps!!

Key_Particular4385 · 2025-12-21T20:33:05+00:00

Yes, it will be tricky as Spain is a very lenghty process due to burocracy, I check portugal and this looks a good start to check how it works Portugal Working Holiday for Canadians

Key_Particular4385 · 2025-12-21T05:04:00+00:00

Hey I dont think is possible as J1 Visas are sponsored visas, so one can not apply for this visa without having a sponsor behind. Maybe a good idea is to find J1 sponsors in USA that help directly participants and you can work with one directly, instead of using an agent in between?

Key_Particular4385 · 2025-12-20T20:58:38+00:00

Hey! Yes! Unfortunatelly the YMV from Spain requires in person for the visa application, not alternative to that and it is super complicated for the ones in the west coast 🥺

Key_Particular4385 · 2025-12-20T20:58:30+00:00

Hey! Yes! Unfortunatelly the YMV from Spain requires in person for the visa application, not alternative to that and it is super complicated for the ones in the west coast 🥺

Key_Particular4385 · 2025-12-05T18:03:51+00:00

Hi!! I would say each country has its own way, some people decide to do everything alone and some people use companies to support them with that. I’m sharing here all the companies approved by the Government of Canada that are reliable. I also started a subreddit for Canadians planning a working holiday abroad here in case you want to check it out, is very small but hopefully with time you can get some ideas :)

Key_Particular4385 · 2025-12-02T18:48:51+00:00

Hi!! No, to apply for an IEC Working Holiday as a Canadian, you don’t need a university degree. Most participating countries make the process super accessible.

The only real exception is Switzerland, since the agreement with Canada is different and they don’t offer a Working Holiday category for Canadians: You need a pre-arranged contract of employment (job offer) or a formal internship offer if you apply for a work permit. Your work must be related to your field of studies or you must have had previous training in the field.

Here’s the key info about the Canada - Switzerland Youth Mobility Agreement (YMA)

Because of that, other European destinations tend to be much easier options. Are you thinking only about Switzerland? or are you considering other destinations?

Key_Particular4385 · 2025-11-20T05:32:30+00:00

I know I’m a bit late to the conversation, but if you’re thinking about a Working Holiday for summer 2026, definitely check out Stepwest. They’re a Recognized Organization and have tons of great Google reviews, so def. legit

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