Eligibility: Canadians aged 18-30. No Student Status required.

Registration Deadline: Apply 8 weeks prior to departure

Repeat Participation: No

Visa Duration: Any period up to 2 years

Registration Fee:
$680 with accommodation
$590 without accommodation
Note: Both prices include the $320 cost of the visa from the British Consulate General. If you already have the visa or a British or EU passport we can deduct the cost of the visa from your fee.

Support Funds: £1800. What are support funds?

• Two year Youth Mobility Scheme (YMS) Visa
• Biometric testing is required to obtain a British Youth Mobility Scheme visa. It can be an intimidating and confusing task but SWAP has you covered! Learn more here.
  

Two nights' accommodation at a hostel in London (optional)

• Arrival orientation in London hosted by our British partner organization BritBound. The orientation provides vital information; you will receive tips on securing work, finding temporary or permanent accommodation and information on red tape issues
• Hosting centre in central London (Shoreditch)
• 2 nights accommodation (optional)
• Choice of UK bank account
• Free money transfer
• Choice of UK SIM card
• National Insurance Number arranged
• Arrival orientation
• Employment advice and CV forwarding
• Weekly job seminar
• Accommodation advice and assistance
• Access to accommodation and job boards
• Traditional pub lunch with orientation group
• 1 week gym membership
• Entry to local clubs/bars
• Membership to social events club
• Ongoing advice and support
• Free wi fi
• 24 hour emergency support line
• Access to computer/printing facilities

• Electronic Welcome Pack and Final Kit including our handbook, SWAP resources to assist with trip preparation, job and accommodation searches
• Travel, map and tourist materials

Registering for SWAP UK is easy.

You can register online here . Or register in-person by visiting any of these locations. The choice is yours and your travel counsellor and SWAP staff will be there to help you either way.