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AFS-USA is excited to again partner with Belo Tours USA, a Chicago-based travel operator with over 20 years of experience offering cultural and educational trips for international exchange students!
Our Throwback Thursday series continues with a fascinating look at how thousands of exchange students used to travel across the United States to reach their host communities.
The temporary policy restricting all international travel during a student’s program will be lifted effective April 6, 2026.
Effective immediately, AFS students may travel with their host families to Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. These destinations will now be treated as domestic travel under our program guidelines.
The 2026 Flight/Belo Chaperone and Program Leader application closes on…
It’s time to apply to be a 2026 Travel Chaperone or Summer Program Leader!
Applications for 2026 Flight/Belo Chaperone and Program Leader Positions open on…
Interested in offering full scholarships for students? Read more about the 2026 Global STEM Academies and how to apply below!
The Travel Advisory Group plays a pivotal role in ensuring seamless travel experiences for exchange students and host families. Learn more in this article!
Advocacy by AFS-USA, AFS-Japan, staff, volunteers, and host families has elicited a response from the US embassy’s cultural affairs section, who are working to secure appointments.