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

For SWAP France it is required that you are proficient in French. In order for our partners in France to be able to assist you, you will need to be confident that you can attend a job interview held completely in French. Without this level of language, we do not recommend you choose this program.

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?

The French Consulates in Canada require dealing directly with candidates rather than with third party or intermediary organizations like SWAP. We cannot assist you in securing the necessary documentation to work in France. You must apply at a specific French Consulate-General based on your province of residence. See below:

Montreal: If you live in Quebec or the Atlantic Provinces http://consulfrance-montreal.org/
Toronto: If you live in Ontario, Manitoba or Saskatchewan http://consulfrance-toronto.org/
Vancouver: If you live in BC, Alberta, Yukon or the NWT http://consulfrance-vancouver.org/

SWAP recommends that you begin the application procedure well in advance of your proposed departure date. SWAP, through our Paris-based partner organization, will assist you in France after arrival. SWAP apologizes for not being able to assist you directly in securing the necessary visa. Your Travel CUTS/Voyages Campus counsellor will guide you with your travel arrangements and SWAP will pre-book your orientation prior to your arrival in Paris.

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• Arrival orientation in Paris hosted by our French partner organization, Aquarius. The orientation provides vital information; you will receive tips on securing work, finding temporary or permanent accommodation and information on red tape issues
• The hosting center is equipped with phones, internet, fax machine and computer access
• AQUARIUS provides ongoing guidance and support in Paris for the full duration of your stay
• Mail-drop service
• Access to discounted cell phone rates for purchase or rental
• Social events (i.e. pub crawls, concerts, weekend excursions and much more!)

• Our expert SWAP materials: Pre-Departure package includes our handbook, Le Guide du participant, to assist with trip preparation, job and accommodation searches
• Travel map and tourist materials
• Excellent budget travel advice

Registering for SWAP France 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.