AFSers tell you! “What does AFS overseas exchange mean to me?”

Students and volunteers from different generations gather together to share their growth experiences and the importance of intercultural exchange. They discuss their transformations during the year exchange program and emphasize how these experiences have enriched their lives and future. Grateful for the opportunity to engage in overseas exchange, they are able to “embrace change and enrich their lives.” Participating in the AFS exchange program not only continues the spirit of cultural exchange but also enables them to meet people from diverse cultures, fostering a deeper understanding of the world. This cultural collision promotes mutual influence in each other’s lives and further enriches the lives of friends and family around them.

What does overseas exchange mean to me…? How does overseas exchange inspire personal growth and future development?

Everyone’s experience is unique, so explore it and discover your own answer.


“Overseas exchange” is not just an adventure, but a transformative journey of learning, independence, confidence, and growth.

Watch the videos now to see how the 2025–26 Hong Kong exchange students bravely meet challenges and become stronger versions of themselves.  We hope their stories and experiences will inspire you!

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Program Info

Immerse in a foreign language environment for 9-10 months, study at a local secondary school and live with a host family.

  • Estimated to depart in August – September 2027 and return in June – July 2028
  • Suitable for Hong Kong students aged 15-18.5
  • Program fee including air ticket HK$149,000-190,000 (Depend on country)

Why AFS?

  • Non-profit organization with education as objective
  • Live in safe local community with strong support volunteer network and 24-hour emergency contact number
  • Study at reputable schools, mostly secondary schools attended by the host family’s children themselves
  • Focus on operating exchange programs since 1915
  • 60 offices around the world – Numerous exchange country choices
  • International organization with 500,000+ global alumni
  • 4000+ Hong Kong students joined the program
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Seminar or Inquiry

The 2027-28 Year Exchange Program is COMING SOON. For more detailed information about the overseas exchange program, including the application process, scholarship opportunities, or participant experience sharing, please contact us at 2802 0383 or fill out the registration form below to participate in a seminar as below:

  • 30 May 2026 (Sat), 11:00-12:30 or 14:30-16:00
  • 20 June 2026 (Sat), 11:00-12:30 or 14:30-16:00

Venue:  8/F, Shun Feng International Centre, 182 Queen’s Road East, Wan Chai (AFS office)

出席人數 / No. of participants(Required)
學生年齡 / Student age(Required)
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As long as you are physically and mentally healthy, fulfill the age, language or academic requirements listed on the ‘Destination‘ page, you could be an AFSer too!

The application of 2026–27 year exchange program is closed. If you would like to learn more about the overseas exchange programs, please feel free to contact us at 2802 0383.

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