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France

Experience "La vie en rose"

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Prices and Financial Resources 2025

INTENSIVE programme to France:

  • Programme price $10,537

SEMESTER programme to France:

  • Programme price $20,344
  • Scholarships and Grants Available

YEAR programme to France:

  • Programme price $24,132
  • Scholarships and Grants Available
AFS would like to make intercultural exchange accessible to as many students as possible

Eligibility Requirements

  • You must be between 14 years and 6 months to 17 years and 9 months
  • Enrolled in an NZ school or graduated
  • Language requirements: Beginner – intermediate French (French A1)
  • Covid/immunisations required

The Schengen 90 day visa is applicable for the intensive programme. All other France programmes require an interview in Wellington for Visas.

What's included in your experience

  • Airfare
  • Airport Pick-up
  • Host Family Placement
  • Housing
  • Meals
  • School Placement
  • Individual Contact Person
  • Medical Insurance
  • 24/7 Emergency Support
  • School Transport
  • Assistance with Application Process
  • Visa Application Assistance
  • Pre-Departure Orientation
  • Orientations during your time abroad
  • Continuous Support
  • Worldwide Presence
  • 70 Years Experience

What you are responsible for

  • Vaccinations
  • Cultural Tours
  • Visa and Passport Fees
  • Stipend
  • School Uniform

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