IEC Working Holiday Visafor 🌍 Tunisia citizens travelling to 🇨🇦 Canada
Tunisia citizens are required to obtain a IEC Working Holiday Visa before travelling to Canada. You must submit a formal application at the Canada embassy, consulate, or a designated visa application centre in your country. Apply well in advance of your planned travel date.
📋Required Documents9
- ✓Biometrics (fingerprints and photo)
CAD 85 fee.
- ✓CV / résumé in one of Canada’s official languages
- ✓Family information form (IMM 5707)
- ✓Health insurance for the entire stay in Canada
Checked at the port of entry — insufficient coverage can shorten your permit.
- ✓Invitation to Apply (ITA) from the IEC pool
Issued by IRCC after random draws from your country’s pool.
- ✓Police certificates from every country lived in 6+ months since age 18
- ✓Proof of funds: minimum CAD 2,500
Recent bank statement dated within a week of submission.
- ✓Return ticket or proof of funds to purchase one
- ✓Valid passport (must cover the full intended stay)
The work permit cannot be issued beyond the passport expiry date.
ℹ️What to Expect
To apply for a IEC Working Holiday Visa, book an appointment at the nearest Canada embassy or visa application centre in your country. Submit the required documents in person or via a designated courier service. Processing takes approximately 35 days. The government fee is CAD 184.75. Plan well ahead of your intended travel date to allow time for processing and any additional document requests from the consulate. Always verify current requirements with the Canada embassy or official government website before booking travel.
📎Supporting Documents (may strengthen your application)
- ○Immigration medical exam (IRCC panel physician)
Required if you will work in healthcare, childcare or have lived in designated countries.
🌐Why Tunisia passport holders need a visa for Canada
Tunisia citizens require a visa to enter Canada based on the current immigration requirements set by Canada's government. Tunisia passport holders must apply through the Canada embassy, consulate, or a designated visa application centre before travelling. Requirements are subject to change, so always verify at the official government portal.
Requirements last reviewed: June 2026 · Source: official government portal
🔗More Canada Visa Options
- Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) →
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- Canadian Experience Class (CEC) →
- Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) →
- Federal Skilled Worker (FSW) →