  Australia
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Eligibility: Canadians aged 18-30. No student status required |
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SWAP Australia is one of our most popular programs! With the vast number of employment opportunities available in the tourism industry, SWAPPERs typically locate jobs on the busy east coast, but many participants choose to remain in the thriving cities and earn excellent wages doing clerical or career-related work.
Before you leave on SWAP you will have online access to job and accommodation listings and the ability to arrange your bank account and other details before departure. Our main hosting centre in Sydney is a fantastic base with everything you need to get set up when you first arrive. Melbourne is an alternative arrival option, even though it is smaller, it still offers orientations and support resources for you throughout the year.
Click the headings below for more information on what the SWAP Australia package includes
Got a question? SWAP Australia FAQs
- One-year Australian Working Holidaymaker visa that allows for multiple entry into the country
- Want to stay another year in Australia? Find out more here
Two nights’ accommodation at a hostel in Sydney or Melbourne (optional)
We are also happy to announce that our Australian partner organization has teamed up with YHA Australia to offer you an extensive country-wide network of internet access and support throughout your working holiday.
- Online access to pre-arranged bank accounts that allows you to deposit your funds from Canada prior to departure
- Online access to lodge your Tax File Number (same as S.I.N.) application prior to departure
- Arrival orientation in Sydney or Melbourne hosted by our partners, IEP. The orientation you will get is vital since you will receive tips on securing work, finding accommodation and information on red tape issues
- Online access to IEP’s exclusive Members’ Lounge, geared to answer any question you may have about life in Australia before you leave
- Airport transfer to your hostel (when you choose the accommodation package)
- 10 hours of free internet access at more than 30 YHA locations throughout Australia
- Hosting centres with phone, fax machine, internet and computer access
- IEP provides ongoing guidance and support services in Sydney and Melbourne for the full duration of your stay
- After-hours emergency line
- Mail-drop and mail-forwarding services
- Social events
- Exclusive membership to the SWAP Exchange. Meet fellow travellers before you depart Canada and while you’re abroad
- Excellent budget travel advice and access to our unique SWAP South Pacific Airfares
- Our expert SWAP materials: Electronic Welcome Pack and Final Kit to assist with trip preparation, job and accommodation searches
- Work in Australia handbook provided at the orientation . This essential guide will prepare you for living and working in Australia
- Travel, map and tourist materials
ApplicationRegistering for SWAP Australia is easy. Download SWAP Registration Form below
SWAP Registration Form for 2010 (PDF)
Checklist:
Include the following documents as part of your registration.
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One copy of a typed letter of reference from a past employer or teacher (keep the original for your records). You may choose to usethe SWAP Reference Form available here (PDF) |
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The 2010 SWAP Registration Form completed and signed |
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To complete your registration take all your documents to our closest partner office click here to find an office |
For more information on registration and what happens next click here