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AFSers Departing 2008

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You must be getting very excited! All of us here at AFS hope you are doing well as you begin to prepare for your upcoming adventure. We know the weeks before departure can be as overwhelming as they are exciting; so, we are here to make preparations easier and to answer many questions you may have.

To retrieve visa and additional program information, click on your AFS country below. (Links will become active as information becomes available.)

In most cases, you will be required to print out these materials. If you are unable to do so, please contact your AFS Advisor at 1-800-237-4636.

Europe Asia/Pacific Rim Americas Africa

Resources for AFSers


AFS Fundraising Wiki

A place for AFSers to share the very best fundraising ideas out there


AFS Bulletin Board

Connect with other AFSers (including students going on your program) & view threads about all things AFS


AFS Facebook Group: “Ask an AFSer”

A place created by AFS Returnees where you can ask questions and share your advice


U.S. Department of State: Americans studying abroad

Includes tips for students and parents on traveling abroad, including health information, safety and alerts

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