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1 SWAP Working Holidays UK New Zealand Australia Germany Austria South Africa China Thailand Japan swap.ca SWAP IS A NOT-FOR-PROFIT PROGRAM OF THE CANADIAN FEDERATION OF STUDENTS

2 SWAP is the smartest way to do a WORKING HOLIDAY At SWAP, we work with you to make sure your working holiday experience is the best it can be. Our support system at home and abroad helps you from visa application to getting a job and everything in-between. Here are just some of the invaluable things you get with a SWAP working holiday. It is an incredible experience where you re going to learn heaps of things about the world, other people and about yourself. ~ Gabrielle, SWAP Australia We take care of the details z Detailed, step-by-step visa application instructions. z Ensure your visa gets processed quickly and correctly. z Get practical advice to help you prepare. z Information on what to do and where to go once you arrive. z We book your first two nights accommodation. The easiest transition once you arrive z You will be welcomed at our hosting centre with many resources available to you. z Your arrival orientation - a detailed talk where we go over everything you need to know about living and working in your destination. z Assist you in getting your SIN equivalent, opening a bank account, getting a cell phone connected, and other essentials. z Teach you about employment standards, how to pay and file your taxes, and other work specifics. Find the right job z Our staff work with you to connect you to great employers. z Employment specialists in the hosting centres. z Continuously updated job listings. z Access to exclusive online job banks. z Local employer contacts. z Help you write a resume/cv properly formatted for your country (essential for success). We have your back z Full use of hosting centre and resources for the duration of your stay. z 24/7 emergency support if you need any kind of assistance. z Local staff to help you with any issues, questions, and concerns. z We host many social events so that you can meet like-minded travellers! More often than not people end up saying I wish I did than I wish I didn t. Have no regrets and go for it. ~ Tara, SWAP Join us around the world! For full details on everything you get with SWAP, go to: swap.ca/everything Be a member of the SWAP Community z Join the thousands of Canadians who take advantage of their SWAP membership benefits. z Speak with other SWAPPERs, make friends and network before you go and once you arrive. z Check out job postings, social events, and see what s going in your destination country. swap.ca #GOSWAP swap.ca #GOSWAP

3 ade That tiny voice that m rogram you look at the SWAP p the and begin to dream of O IT. possibilities... LISTEN T You won t regret it. ~ Kristina, SWAP UK Australia It was great to feel I had someon e who could he lp me at every tu rn when I was ab road. ~ Gabrielle, SWAP Austra lia South Africa United Kingdom SWAP DESTINATIONS New Zealand I liked the id ea of having a support sy while abroad stem! It was nice to know I had a bit of a secur ity blanket w hile I adjuste to living in a d different cou n tr y. ~ Austria DO IT! I h ave gaine d so many wonderf ul memorie s that I w ill take with me and reme mber for the re st of my l ife. ~ Stephan ie, SWAP Teach in China/Thailand Japan Melanie, SWA P New Zeala nd swap.ca/destinations Germany #GOSWAP swap.ca/destinations #GOSWAP

4 SWAP AT-A-GLANCE PLEASE NOTE that SWAPPERS are required to have travel insurance while overseas. BON VOYAGE, PLAN B INSURANCE is the lowest-priced option available that will cover both medical and travel. If you choose another insurance package, please make sure it has the same coverage features as BON VOYAGE PLAN B INSURANCE. For more information, contact your travel agent 1 or info@swap.ca COUNTRY ELIGIBILITY & AGE LIMITS REGISTRATION DEADLINES REPEAT PARTICIPATION VISA DURATION SUPPORT FUNDS (BANK LETTER) ACCOMMODATION UPON ARRIVAL REGISTRATION FEE 2 (TAXES ARE NOT INCLUDED) UNITED KINGDOM years of age. student status required. at least 8 weeks prior to departure. Any period up to 2 years 1,800 Two nights in London. OPTIONAL $690 with accommodation; $600 without accommodation IRELAND years of age. student status required. at least 6 weeks prior to departure., in certain conditions, please contact info@swap.ca for information Any period up to 2 years $2,500 CAD Two nights in. $425 GERMANY years of age. student status required. Register at least 4 weeks prior to departure. Any period up to 1 year $2,750 CAD Two nights in Berlin. OPTIONAL $480 with accommodation; $420 without accommodation AUSTRIA Proof of post-secondary student status within 12 months prior to application, years of age. High school students are not eligible. 5 weeks prior to departure. 6 months. 1 year visas available $2,750 CAD Two nights in Vienna. OPTIONAL $590 with accommodation; $540 without accommodation AUSTRALIA years of age. student status required. 3 weeks prior to departure 3. Any period up to 1 year $5,000 AUD Two nights in Sydney. OPTIONAL $900 with accommodation; $825 without accommodation NEW ZEALAND years of age. student status required. 6 weeks prior to departure., see New Zealand 2 nd Visa program. Any period up to 1 year $4,200 NZD Two nights in Auckland. $650 NEW ZEALAND 2 ND VISA years of age. student status required. 6 weeks prior to departure. Any period up to 1 year $4,200 NZD Two nights in Auckland. $850 SOUTH PACIFIC COMBO years of age. student status required. 6 weeks prior to departure. Stay in NZ must occur before Australia. Any period up to 2 years $6,200 NZD Two nights in Auckland. $1,350 INTERNSHIP (INT) + PROFESSIONAL CAREER TRAINING (PCT) * Job must be related to studies or career. INT: Full time students and graduates up to 12 months after graduation., years of age. PCT: graduated and 1 year full-time work experience, or 5 years experience if no post secondary education. Year round departures, submit your application at least 8 weeks prior to departure., if certain conditions fulfilled, please contact SWAP at info@swap.ca 1-12 months (INT) 1-18 months (PCT) Must have US $750 per month of stay in salary OR support funds. t included. Depends on length of stay, check at swap.ca for complete price list. SUMMER * Full-time post-secondary students in 2013/2014. Minimum age 18, no maximum age limit. Part-time students and high school students not eligible graduates are eligible. Summer program. Register at least 4 weeks prior to departure. departures prior to May 1, Any 4 month period between May 1- September 15, 2014 $1,500 t included. $780 with 4 months of Plan B Travel Insurance SOUTH AFRICA WORK Proof of post-secondary student status within 12 months prior to application, years of age. High school students are not eligible. Any period up to 1 year $2,000 Two nights in Cape Town. $850 SOUTH AFRICA VOLUNTEER * years of age. student status required. 3-month tourist visa $2,000, housing is provided free of $1,700 JAPAN years of age. student status required. 5 weeks prior to departure. 6 months (You may extend up to 1 year) $2,500 Two nights in Tokyo. $350 TEACH IN CHINA INTERNSHIP * Canadians aged student status required. You must be fully fluent in English. 6 months $1,500, housing is provided free of $3,700 TEACH IN THAILAND * Canadians aged 20+. You must be fully fluent in English. Applicants must hold a Bachelor s degree in any major. Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) certification and teaching experience are preferred but not required. 1 or 2 semesters $1,500, housing is provided free of $1,385 one semester $1,485 two semesters *Registration forms and instructions for these programs can be downloaded from swap.ca 1)Travel CUTS / Voyages Campus / Adventure Travel Company / Merit Travel. 2) All registration fees are subject to change, please consult swap.ca for the most up-to-date program details. 3) If you plan to work with children, in healthcare, have certain medical conditions, or have travelled or lived in high risk countries, please let SWAP or your travel agent know as this could delay your visa and additional steps will be required for your visa application.

5 Facebook f Logo CMYK /.eps Facebook f Logo CMYK /.eps one ever regrets taking this adventure - make it happen with SWAP! YOUR NEXT STEPS STEP 1: REGISTER Register online at swap.ca OR download the registration form from our website and take it into your nearest Travel CUTS/Voyages Campus/ Adventure Travel Company or Merit location. STEP 2: GET YOUR VISA We will get you all the visa forms and instructions you ll need and we ensure it s done correctly. Once your visa is approved, you ll get your GO SWAP Package that includes your visa,accommodation (optional), and all the resources you ll need to get your trip off to a stress-free start. STEP 3: GO ABROAD Pack your bags and get on the plane your new adventure awaits! STEP 4: YOUR LOCAL SUPPORT Once you arrive in your destination, you will be welcomed by our staff at the hosting centre. Go to your arrival orientation and the staff will start helping you find a great job and long term accommodation right away. We will guide you through the setup of all the essentials required to start working faster. STEP 5: HAVE FUN! With all the basics taken care of, you ll have even more time to go to our social events, meet new people and have exciting new experiences! Travel. Learn about a new culture. Have exciting new experiences. Make a bunch of amazing international friends. Live everyday like it s a new adventure. - Gillianne, SWAP New Zealand swap.ca