Reciprocal Program Prices for 2025

*Prices to be confirmed based on final airfares. Airlines typically publish their prices 10 to 11 months in advance of the return dates. The final prices for the trip will be confirmed by February 2025. Prices are based on 2024 rates, and significant variations are not expected according to our travel agent. However, minor adjustments could occur once the 2025 rates are released.

Package Basic Package Medium Package All Inclusive Package Information
Duration 6 Weeks 6 Weeks 6 Weeks ...
Dates Estimated dates in France: 6 December 2025 to 17 January 2026 Estimated dates in France: 6 December 2025 to 17 January 2026 Estimated dates in France: 6 December 2025 to 17 January 2026 Estimated dates in France: 6 December 2025 to 17 January 2026
Price $4550* $7950* or $5962 with our early bird special** $8950* Early bird special conditions: Submit your full application and pay the deposit for a 2025 AFX Reciprocal Program by December 31st, 2024, and receive 25% off your for 2025 Reciproacl Program Medium Package program fees. Discount applies to program fees only. Airfare and insurance are not included. Both application and deposit must be fully received by the deadline.
  • Price
  • Includes Flight to France

Basic Package

  • $4,550*

Medium Package
(Early Bird Special Available)

  • $7,950*
    Early Bird Price: $5,962.50 (for applications completed by December 31, 2024)

All-Inclusive Package

  • $8,950*

Program Duration

Estimated Dates: December 6, 2025, to January 17, 2026.

Pricing Clarification: Prices are based on 2024 rates. Final costs will be determined by February 2025, pending airfare confirmations. Minor adjustments may occur.

General Program Inclusions

  • Exclusive Bedroom with Host Family
  • Host Family with Similar-Age Children
  • Enrolment in Host Family’s School
  • Group Flight (Australia ↔ Paris)
  • Chaperone on Group Flights
  • Only International Student with Host Family
  • Coverage of Canteen Fees
  • Coverage of School Fees
  • School Transport Costs
  • Insurance and Visa Assistance

Basic Packag e

AUD 8,3544 Weeks
Group Travel

Medium Package

AUD 9,3544 Weeks
Group Travel

All-Inclusi ve Package

AUD 4,5506 Weeks
Outbond Group travel

Tooltip Information

TBC4 Weeks
Group Travel
  • Includes group travel from Australia to Paris and return.
  • Accompanies group departures if minimum numbers are met.
  • Ensures your child is the only international student with the host family.
  • Covered by the host family for all packages.
  • Covered by the host family for all packages.
  • Covered by the host family for all packages.
  • Available through IDO Travel for Medium and All-Inclusive Packages.
  • Pre-Departure
    Orientation
  • Comprehensive Pre-Departure and
    Intercultural Online
    Course
  • Pre-Departure Information Videos
  • Informative Pre-Departure FAQ
    Sessions
  • Detailed Pre-Departure
    Information Booklet
  • Pre-Hosting Orientation and
    Intercultural Online
    Course
  • Pre-Hosting Webinar
    Briefing
  • Pre-Hosting
    Information Booklet

Basic Package

Medium Package

All-Inclusive
Package

  • 24/7 Emergency Contact Availability
  • Well-Being Assistance for Student Support
  • Appointed AFX Referent within the French School
  • AFX Support Teams in France and Australia
  • Coordinated Airport Assistance at Paris CDG for Seamless Transfers

Basic Packag

AUD 8,3544 Weeks
Group Travel

Medium Package

AUD 9,3544 Weeks
Group Travel

All-Inclus ive Package

AUD 4,5506 Weeks
Outbond Group travel

Tooltip Information

TBC4 Weeks
Group Travel
  • Emergency contact available at all times.
  • Access to student well-being resources.
  • Dedicated contact for student support.
  • Local support for assistance and guidance.
  • Support at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport for smooth transitions.


  • Personalized Assistance for Airfare and Insurance Requirements
  • Group Flight (Australia ↔ Paris)
  • Chaperone on Group Flights
  • Transfer Assistance at the Airport (Melbourne or Perth)
  • Assistance at the Airport for Group Departure from Australia
  • Assistance at the Airport for Group Arrival and Departure from France
  • Transfer in France
  • Assistance with Transfers
  • Insurance Inclusion
  • Visa Application Tutorial
  • Personalized Visa Application Support

Basic Package

AUD 8,3544 Weeks
Group Travel

Medium Package

AUD 9,3544 Weeks
Group Travel

All-Inclusive Package

AUD 4,5506 Weeks
Outbond Group travel

Tooltip Information

TBC4 Weeks
Group Travel
  • Assistance with insurance only available for bookings through our partner, IDO Travel.
  • Available on group departure dates when minimum group numbers are met
  • Assistance included up to 2 hours before the group meeting time.
  • Our AFX team will be at the airports in Melbourne and Perth to welcome your child.
  • Our AFX team will be at the airport in Paris to welcome your child.
  • If not included, AFX will book your transfer and invoice you separately.
  • The AFX team will wait with your child for their transfer.
  • 60 minutes of one-to-one assistance.

  • AFX Representative for Domestic Travel in France
  • Chaperoned 3-Day, 2-Night Group Stay in Paris
  • Tailored Assistance at Paris CDG Airport on Non-Standard Arrival/Departure Days
  • Customized Support for Airport Arrivals/Departures at Alternative Locations in Paris
  • Assured Placement in a Private French School
  • Guaranteed Placement in a Specified Regional Area

Price

AUD 8,3544 Weeks
Group Travel
  • 300 euros for a 4-hour package (+25 euros per additional hour).
  • From $3,000 (includes all meals, accommodations, and outings).
  • 300 euros for a 4-hour package (+25 euros per extra hour).
  • 300 euros for a 4-hour package (+25 euros per extra hour).
  • $1,000.
  • $1,000.

Tooltip

AUD 9,3544 Weeks
Group Travel
  • Accompanies your child for domestic travel within France.
  • This stay includes full accommodations, meals, and organized outings to introduce students to Paris
  • Custom support on non-standard travel days.
  • Flexible support services for unique travel arrangements
  • Secures a placement in a private French school
  • Ensures placement in a specific region within France
  • Food, Transport, Accommodation, and Activities
  • Uniform for the Correspondent
  • School Fees for the Correspondent

Information

AUD 8,3544 Weeks
Group Travel
  • Cover all living costs while your correspondent is in Australia
  • Options for renting or purchasing second-hand are available
  • These are typically waived under the reciprocal arrangement; if applicable, you will be required to cover them

Tooltip

AUD 9,3544 Weeks
Group Travel
  • Uniforms can be rented or sourced second-hand to reduce costs
  • In rare cases where school fees are charged, hosts are expected to cover them.
  • Pocket Money
  • Emergency Funds Access
  • French SIM Card or e-SIM

Information

AUD 8,3544 Weeks
Group Travel
  • Recommended amount of $100 per week for personal expenses.
  • Provide access for urgent needs or medical visits.
  • Arrange for communication availability.

Tooltip

AUD 9,3544 Weeks
Group Travel
  • Covers everyday personal expenses, such as outings.
  • Ensure funds are available for medical or urgent needs.
  • Ensures communication with family and coordinators.

Special Offer for Medium Package

  • Pocket Money
  • Emergency Funds Access
  • French SIM Card or e-SIM

Information

AUD 8,3544 Weeks
Group Travel
  • Recommended amount of $100 per week for personal expenses.
  • Provide access for urgent needs or medical visits.
  • Arrange for communication availability.

Tooltip

AUD 9,3544 Weeks
Group Travel
  • Covers everyday personal expenses, such as outings.
  • Ensure funds are available for medical or urgent needs.
  • Ensures communication with family and coordinators.

Program Inclusions

Inclusions Basic Package Medium Package All Inclusive Package Information
Exclusive Bedroom for the Student in the Host Family Home ✔ ✔ ✔
Host family with children of similar age (+/- 1 year difference in grade level) ✔ ✔ ✔
Enrollment in the Same the School as the Host Family’s Child ✔ ✔ ✔
The only international student residing with the host family ✔ ✔ ✔
Coverage of Canteen Fees ✔ ✔ ✔ (Paid by the host family)
Coverage of school Fees ✔ ✔ ✔ (Paid by the host family)
Coverage of school transport ✔ ✔ ✔ (Paid by the host family)