IEC Working Holiday Visa Insurance for Canada

Travel Insurance Brokers can set out cover options designed for your Canadian adventure.

Cover Built for the Full Length of Your Visa

The IEC Working Holiday Visa requires travel insurance that covers your entire stay in Canada.

Sorting this before you leave means your cover meets the visa requirements from day one, with no renewals needed along the way.

Our team has experience working with Kiwis heading to Canada on IEC visas and keeps its knowledge of the specific visa requirements current, so your cover is right before you even book your flights.

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What the Cover-More Great Stay Policy Can Include

The Cover-More Great Stay Policy is designed with Canadian working holidays in mind.

Whether you are picking up cafe shifts in Vancouver, snowboarding in Banff or exploring the Rockies, cover options can include:

Cover for the full 24 months, one policy from the day you leave until the day you return
Unlimited medical and repatriation, including hospital visits, treatment and getting you home if needed
Working holiday employment cover including hospitality, retail, labouring and casual work*
Optional snow sports add-on for skiing and snowboarding
Luggage cover up to $8,000 for lost, stolen or damaged belongings including electronics
Rental vehicle excess cover up to $10,000
$2.5 million personal liability cover

*Some employment exclusions apply. Terms, conditions, limits and exclusions apply.

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Travel Insurance Brokers will help you find cover options that fit your IEC visa and your Canadian adventure.

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Who Travel Insurance Brokers Helps with IEC Cover

We work with a range of travellers heading to Canada on IEC visas. The most common situations are:

First-Time IEC Travellers

If this is your first working holiday in Canada, navigating the IEC insurance requirements can feel like one more thing to sort before you leave. Our experienced team can explain what the visa requires, what the Cover-More Great Stay Policy includes, and which optional extras are worth considering for your plans.

Snow Sports and Adventure Travellers

Travel Insurance Brokers can explain how the add-on works before you hit the slopes. With cover sorted you can make plans to hit that beautiful Canadian powder fresh snow or hike the terrain!

Travellers with Pre-existing Medical Conditions

If you have a pre-existing medical condition, we can explain how the insurer's assessment process works and where you stand, so there is clarity if you ever need to make a claim.

Why IEC Travellers Choose Us

With specific experience in IEC visa insurance for Canada, we can connect you with cover options that are built for the way working holiday travellers actually travel.

In fact, we've worked closely with Cover-More for over 15 years and even have brokers that worked directly with their underwriting team to help build the Great Stay policy for travellers just like you!

With Travel Insurance Brokers you get clear explanations, no service fees, and ongoing support with claims communication, wherever in Canada you happen to be.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a polcy that covers my full length of stay for an IEC visa?

Yes, to meet IEC visa requirements your insurance must cover your entire stay in Canada. A policy that covers the full duration of your trip ensures you remain compliant and avoids issues at the border.

Does the Cover-More Great Stay Policy meet IEC visa requirements?

Yes, the policy is designed to meet the medical insurance requirements for the IEC Working Holiday Visa for Canada.

Can I add snow sports cover?

Yes, snow sports cover can be added to the policy so you are protected while skiing or snowboarding in Canada. Travel Insurance Brokers can outline how the add-on works and what it includes.

Can I extend my insurance during my trip?

Yes, the Cover-More Great Stay Policy can be issused for up to 24 months. If you're having a great time and want to stay longer reach out to one of our friendly team members and we can arrange an extenstion on your policy if required.

Is working holiday employment covered?

Yes, cover includes typical working holiday jobs such as hospitality, retail, labouring and seasonal work. Some employment exclusions apply, so Travel Insurance Brokers can set out what is and is not included for your specific work plans.

What if I have a pre-existing medical condition?

Some pre-existing medical conditions are covered automatically under the Cover-More Great Stay Policy. Please contact Travel Insurance Brokers if you have any pre-existing conditions to discuss.

Do you charge any service fees?

No. Travel Insurance Brokers does not charge any service fees. Remuneration is received directly from the insurers. You can find full details in the Disclosure Statement.