Covid-19 travel rules for Working Holiday Visa holders

We know the situation is particularly challenging if you hold a Working Holiday Visa and plan to travel. Below, we clarify the key rules for two popular destinations.

For Canada:

New PVT applications are currently not being processed and invitations have been suspended until further notice, though profiles remain accepted in the IEC pools.

If you already have a valid PVT:

• You must enter Canada with all required documents: passport, Port of Entry Letter (POE), proof of funds, travel health insurance, a departure ticket from Canada or proof of sufficient funds to purchase one, and copies of all documents submitted to support your work permit application.

• You must have a confirmed job offer from a Canadian employer to start work after the mandatory 14-day isolation period.

• You must present a 14-day isolation plan.

Even if you possess all the necessary documents, entry will be denied if you lack either a confirmed job offer with your Letter of Introduction or verification of a 14-day isolation location.

If you have a valid PVT but were outside Canada when borders closed:

Re-entry is allowed only if you can prove you are established in Canada (main residence there) and have secured a 14-day isolation location upon arrival.

For Australia:

Applications for the 2020/2021 season are still open, but priority will be given to visa applicants who fall under exempt categories such as: Australian citizens, permanent residents or their immediate family, New Zealand citizens usually residing in Australia or their immediate family, accredited diplomats, transit passengers (≤72 hours), airline crew, maritime crew, or those recruited under approved seasonal worker programs.

All international borders remain closed to new entries as of today, with no announced reopening timeline.