Young professionals from various countries worldwide have the opportunity to work in Canada through special work permits that can be granted for up to two years.
Citizens between the ages of 18–35 or 18–30 from select countries are eligible for priority-access work permits under the International Experience Canada (IEC) program.
| Country | Upper-age limit | Maximum lifetime participations* |
|---|---|---|
| Andorra | 30 | 1 |
| Australia | 35 | 3 |
| Austria | 35 | 3 |
| Belgium | 30 | 1 |
| Chile | 35 | 2 |
| Costa Rica | 35 | 2 |
| Croatia | 35 | 2 |
| Czech Republic | 35 | 2 |
| Denmark | 35 | 1 |
| Estonia | 35 | 2 |
| Finland | 35 | 3 |
| France | 35 | 3 |
| Germany | 35 | 2 |
| Greece | 35 | 2 |
| Hong Kong | 30 | 1 |
| Iceland | 30 | 1 |
| Ireland | 35 | 3 |
| Italy | 35 | 2 |
| Japan | 30 | 2 |
| Korea, Rep. | 35 | 2 |
| Latvia | 35 | 2 |
| Lithuania | 35 | 2 |
| Luxembourg | 35 | 1 |