Canada

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Canada is the second largest country in the world by size just after Russia. Despite Canada’s great size, it is one of the world’s most sparsely populated countries. Comparatively few, Canadians have nevertheless created what many observers consider a model multicultural society, welcoming immigrants from around the world. Canada boasts stunning scenery, including vast forests, pristine lakes and picturesque coastlines that attract millions of tourists each year.

The capital of the country is Ottawa, other big cities include Toronto, Montreal, and Vancouver. Canada is officially bilingual in English and French, reflecting the country's history as a territory once contested by two of Europe's biggest powers. It also has a rich Native American heritage, which has gained in importance over recent decades.

Conditions of eligibility and practical arrangements
1. Application for a long-stay Working Holiday visa for Canada
  • must be aged between eighteen (18) and thirty-five (35) years old inclusive at the time of application;
  • hold a valid Luxembourg passport;
  • be in possession of a valid Luxembourg passport;
  • not be accompanied by dependents (e.g. dependent children);
  • have sufficient financial means to support themselves locally (min. 2 500€);
  • have sufficient financial means to purchase a return ticket;
  • meet the health criteria required to obtain a medical certificate;
  • have a clean criminal record;
  • not have previously participated in the Working Holiday Program for Luxembourg.
2. ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS TO BE MET AND SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS TO BE SUBMITTED:
  • 1 application form completed and signed;
  • 2 passport photos;
  • passport valid for at least 15 months from the date of issue of the visa;
  • visa application fee;
  • criminal record less than 3 months old;
  • medical certificate;
  • reservation of a return ticket or proof of sufficient resources to obtain one;
  • a signed cover letter in French or English ;
  • a CV in French or English ;
  • proof of sufficient resources equivalent to or greater than €2 500 (bank statements or notarized deed attesting to possession of this sum);
  • proof of accommodation for the first 15 days (hotel reservation, or letter of invitation with copy of ID);
  • health insurance covering the entire stay up to €30 000.
3. How to apply for a Working Holiday Program visa for Canada:

Luxembourg citizens must submit their application to:

        Embassy of Canada in Bruxelles

        58 Avenue des Arts

        1000 Bruxelles, Belgique

        Tel : +32 2 741 06 11

        Website: https://www.international.gc.ca/country-pays/belgium-belgique/index.aspx?lang=eng

 

4. Further information
  • Working Holiday Program visas are issued to a maximum quota of 100 participants from Luxembourg per year.
  • The applicants will receive a long-stay, multiple-entry visa for 12 months. Extensions or changes in visa type are not possible.
  • Participants are authorized to take up temporary employment with one or more employers during the period covered by the long-stay visa.
  • Beneficiaries of this visa are not eligible for unemployment or social welfare benefits.

 

Organisation

Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs