SWAP Ireland
  • The Cliffs of Moher: One of 28 finalists in the "New 7 Wonders of Nature"
  • Blue skies do happen in Dublin.
  • Agreed.
  • It is possible to love Guinness too much...
  • Melissa makes her mark
  • Chillin' out rural style
  • Working at a pub in Ireland = living the life
  • Slainte!
  • Yield
SWAP IRELAND: At a Glance

Eligibility: Canadians 18-35. For student/non-student visa difference, click here Note: Your passport must be valid for 18-months from arrival date into Ireland.

Registration Deadline: Apply 8 weeks prior to departure for students; 6 weeks for non-students.

Repeat Participation: Yes, but you must wait a year between programs.

Visa Duration: 1 year

Registration Fee: $400

Support Funds: $2,500. What are support funds?

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Our partners, USIT in Dublin will help you have a fun time and successful working holiday while in Ireland.
SWAP Facebook
Join our discussion board for SWAP Ireland. Get advice. Meet friends.
SWAP Blog
Jump to the SWAP Blog Ireland section and get informed on the fun and bizarre stuff.
SWAP Twitter
Follow our Irish stories. #SWAPIreland
SWAP Flickr
There are lots more photos to see at our Flickr galleries.
SWAP and Google Maps
Need to get your bearings? Click here for a Google Map of Ireland that we've earmarked for you.
SWAP currency calculator
Use this handy currency calculator to find our what things cost in Euros.
Follow what's going on in the Irish news.
SWAP e-mail
Feel free to e-mail us with your questions. We will get back to you within 24 hours.
SWAP articles
Brit-Ireland Combo

Would you like the best of both worlds? We've combined 2 of our most popular programs to create the ultimate travel experience. On the SWAP Brit-Ireland program, you can do 1 year in Ireland, and then a year in the UK, without having to return to Canada between visas. The cost of the program is $795. This fee gets you both visas, all of the resources you'll need before leaving Canada, and provides you with unlimited support while in Ireland and the UK. Please note that due to visa restrictions, it's required that you arrive in Ireland first. E-mail swapinfo@swap.ca for more information.

Irishmen Lecture on Pub Ettiquette

You'd want to know when you're being out-of-line in another country, right? Maybe you've thought: Gee, it'd be great to get a local's perspective on etiquette. No? Well then do us all a favor and park your patoot just where it is, if you don't mind.

5 of Ireland's Best Beaches

Inviting culture, fascinating history... and even stunning beaches! Ireland really does have it all. We'd like to introduce you to 5 beaches that are among Europe's best, all of them in the southwest of County Donegal.

How Much Money Will I Need?

Here's an idea of how much day-to-day things in Ireland will cost you, on average. The source is the experts themselves, our partners USIT in Dublin.

How Much Will It Cost to Get There?

Travel CUTS offers special rates for students and youth. The awesome travel counsellors at Travel CUTS are committed to getting you the best possible rate on your flight. They are SWAP experts, and understand the time requirements, insurance, and everything else you'll need to get ready for you big adventure.