SWAP France
  • Giant bottle of wine in Paris.
  • The City of Lights.
  • Sante!
  • Be prepared to become more fashionable.
  • Running around Paris.
  • Some of the world's best chefs are from France.
  • Cody adore travailler en Allemagne, visiter Paris et ecouter AC/DC
  • Sunning along the Seine.
FRANCE: At a Glance

Eligibility: Canadians aged 18-35. No Student Status required

Registration Deadline: Apply at least 2 weeks prior to departure. You must have obtained your French visa prior to applying

Repeat Participation: No

Visa Duration: Any period up to 1 year

Registration Fee:
$470

Support Funds: $3,000 (varies between provinces). What are support funds?

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Here's a showcase of the resources, support, hosting centre, and partners Aquarius, that you'll have unlimited access to while in France.
SWAP Facebook
Join our discussion board for SWAP France. Get advice. Meet friends.
SWAP Blog
Jump to the SWAP Blog France section and get informed on the fun and bizarre stuff.
SWAP Twitter
Follow our French stories. #SWAPFrance
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 France 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 French news.
SWAP e-mail
Feel free to e-mail us with your questions. We will get back to you within 24 hours.
SWAP articles
Picnicking in Paris is the Way to Go to Save in Style

Paris is expensive, but there are ways to eat cheaply and well while people watching and sightseeing. You can save your money for the museums and nightclubs, and enjoy Paris for less.

10 Reasons to Travel to France Now

You may long to visit Paris, and so you should! It's a world capital and one of the most beautiful, vibrant cities on earth. But saying you've been to France because you've visited Paris is like saying you've been to Canada because you've visited Toronto. In other words: Not so much. Here's 10 reasons why France, all of France, is ready and waiting for you to discover it right this very moment.

Paris Underground

Getting there? It involves manholes and endless ladders. What to wear? Miner's helmets are good. What to do? Work, party, paint or just explore the dark web of tunnels.

How Much Money Do I Need?

Here's an idea of how much day-to-day things in France will cost you, on average.

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.