Can EU family members enter Belgium with a tourist visa and then change status to family reunification ?
Hi all, I have this question to which I need an urgent answer. I do know that people planning to study in Belgium shouldn't go there on a tourist visa as a change of status to provisional sojourn on the basis of studies is not possible. My question is, me as a EU family member, can I go to Belgium on a tourist visa and then apply for a change of status to family reunification or it's the same case as with student residence ? I'm thinking of doing that because my university starts next month and I won't be able to be there on time if I were to submit all the required documents to get a D-type visa for student provisional sojourn, due to this reason I'm considering going on a tourist visa and then apply for a change of status. I do know, that when one applies for family reunification, he/she has to submit the same documents required for a student visa, I read that this is possible for people who do not require a visa to Belgium, in my case I do require one, but if I had a Schengen tourist visa will I then be a able to change status like I mentioned above. Thank you. I hold a Lebanese passport. I hold no visas at the moment. I'm currently in Lebanon. I'm a spouse of a EU. I hold a Lebanese passport. I hold no visas at the moment. I'm currently in Lebanon. I'm a spouse of a EU. I used to have a polish residence card which has already expired months ago. I'm being asked for a certificate of good conduct from Poland which is totally ridiculous, I either have to go to poland to get that or wait for two weeks to have that sent to me by my wife which is nonsense considering the fact that I have to be in Belgium next month as classes start at the end of September. It pisses me off that they didn't have that written on their website nor on the MOF website, just a cerificate of good conduct without mentioning that it has to be in accordance to the countries of residence during the last 5 years, that is not specified instead they only had written a Certificate of good conduct of the last 5 years. Another thing that I can't get to understand, both countries are in the EU and the Schengen, considering only the fact that they are both in Schengen there shouldn't be such a requirement as everything would be visible in the Schengen system if there's anything against me. I do know about the reunification visa which I can apply for in Belgium as well as abroad, but my question is can I be on a tourist visa and I do so in Belgium ! I read somewhere that those not requiring a visa can deal directly with the municipality and apply for the reunification, but I'm not sure if that includes those who do posses a visa to go there.
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since you are of lebanese nationality, you need to have a specific "eu reunification/accompanying family member" type d visa BEFORE entering. Then, within three months you must apply for a family permit. Within 6 months, the government should give you it.
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Friday, December 28, 2012
Friday, December 14, 2012
I’m an American girl & my Love is a Belgium man. I want to marry him & move there.I have no idea how to start!?
I’m an American girl & my Love is a Belgium man. I want to marry him & move there.I have no idea how to start!?
I have a year and a half to go before I graduate with my MFA in Design Management. I rent an apartment, don't have a pet nor many things. He recently got a good job and bought his family’s house (and has a cat their too! :) ) My father is ill so we will be getting married in my hometown and then move to Belgium. (we were told that would be better anyways paperwork wise) I have student loans and will have a very fancy degree so I would like to be able to get a job ASAP once I graduate and move. Also I am a bit paranoid about heath care (I don’t want to be stuck with medical bills if something happens to me epically just in-case we have a family a little earlier then we plan. ) I also have some assumptions. I am assuming I will need a new Belgium divers license and have to retake the test? I am assuming once we get married all the visa stuff wont be toooo traumatic, but I am getting conflicting reports about that once I am married I get I am streamlined to get citizenship but some places say no! I would also kind of like to have full legal rights if I am making a place my home for most likely the rest of my life. I am assuming he does not have to-do anything but actually marry me? (He has been reading and asking to and he is confused as well) But how do I start getting a visa!? Who do I talked to first and what questions do I ask? (who do i actually talk to!) And then, I don’t have allot of stuff! But how do I go about actually moving there! (Shipping stuff and so on) just! It’s over whelming, any help is really welcome! oh! I am living in GA, (usa) and i will be outside of Gent (Belgium) for a week in a month to see him again! P.S. He is my darling and I would move to Timbuktu to be with him but I am glad I am not because I suspect that would even be more paperwork! We are both in our mid20s, (we have known each other for years though! And I swear our story plays out like a slow-motion romantic comedy) I have never been arrested, nor married before (nether has he) He speaks English and I am learning Dutch (very slowly :( and his family is Flemish so french will come latter!) We should be married by the time I move there. But once I move there I will be there for +10 years to a lifetime! But I have just a little less then a year and a half left till then!
Immigration - 2 Answers
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You must be over 21.... the affidavit of celibacy is different http://www.diplobel.us/TravelingBelgium/Visas/Partners_EU_Citizens.asp
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An enchanted couple...first start at the Belgium Consultant for rules of immigration, travel, marriage and getting a passport etc. then learning French might help but you guys are in love so talking is the least of ways you are communicating, ask him about the things you need to do and have him create a lists of do's and don'ts.
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Friday, December 7, 2012
how hard is it to learn dutch?
how hard is it to learn dutch?
i'm going to belgium for 6 months (student exchange) and it requires a basic understanding of dutch. I have one year to prepare. How hard is the grammar? How hard is it to understand? Read? Write? just learn in general? Could i attain a basic skill level in one year?
Languages - 5 Answers
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Very Hard
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why do you need to know dutch? go to french part lol
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The grammar of Dutch/Flemish is not really too daunting for an English speaker - and certainly considerably easier than German. Where English people often come to grief is in the pronunciation but even that is not really difficult if you are prepared to imitate what you hear. And in my view, a basic knowledge of the language is easily attainable in a year.
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Dutch is one of the closest languages to English. There are a lot of features you'll recognized. It's not as difficult as German, and one of the benefits of learning Dutch is that it's mutually intelligible with Afrikaans (in Southern Africa). Edit: Flemish is to Dutch as is UK English is to North American English.
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I agree with GrahamH and Allan. You should be able to learn much more than just the basics in a year. Start by practicing the guttural 'g' and you're already halfway. I don't speak Dutch, but I understand and read it quite well.
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Saturday, December 1, 2012
Can I travel to other EU countries if I have a Spanish visa?
Can I travel to other EU countries if I have a Spanish visa?
I'm going to be going to school next semester in Spain and have already been granted by student visa from the Spanish Consulate. While in Europe I would like to visit other countries (Portugal, France, Belgium) during school vacation periods and would like to know if this is possible. If it is, what exactly are the documents I will have to or should bring with me when I travel there?
Other - Europe - 4 Answers
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You must have a passport. I don't know about visas. that may depend on your native country. Usually you can travel between those countries without a visa.
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I don't believe you do, but the laws have changed since I did it. Is your visa FOR SPAIN, or is it a Schengen Visa, in which case it would cover all the Schengen countries (most of Europe). Check with the consulate that issued the visa you have. I'm pretty sure you'll be fine, since the move has been to make it EASIER to travel across international borders within Europe, rather than harder.
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It depends where you are from. There are many countries that do not require a visa for entering their country (such as Canada, US, etc)...check out more here http://europa.eu/abc/travel/doc/index_en.htm You definitely need a passport & cannot get by with just a visa. With it, you can stay 90 days...unless you can get a visa for that country (ie: work, student, etc). After 90 days, you must go to another country. If they ask why you don't have a return flight/how long you plan to stay, just tell them you are traveling/backpacking & will leave after a few weeks.
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You hold a national visa (type D) which is valid for Spain only. In order to travel to Portugal, France and Belgium you would either need a travel visa (type C) or have a passport of a country which is visa waived. Those are Andorra, Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Brunei, Canada, Chile, Costa Rica, Croatia, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Israel, Japan, Liechtenstein, Malaysia, Mexico, Monaco, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Norway, Panama, Paraguay, San Marino, Singapore, South Korea, Switzerland, USA, Uruguay, Vatican City, and Venezuela. If you should not hold a passport of the above listed countries you would have to apply for a travel visa at the foreign embassy of your residence. The application must be made based on an itinerary at the embassy of the country you plan to stay most of your visit time. If that should be equally distributed you should apply at the embassy of the country to plan to visit at first. Documents needed for a tourist visa application: • A passport with one blank page • Visa application form with colour photo • A travel health insurance covering at least €30,000 and valid for all member states of Schengen. • Confirmed hotel booking covering all your stay in the Schengen countries. • Evidence that you have sufficient funds to support yourself during your stay, e.g. recent bank statement or traveller´s cheques. • Proof of travel health insurance (see above) to cover the whole period of the visa´s validity. Street on the way to/from Victoria Station). • Evidence of occupation/student status, i.e. recent letter from your employer / school / university. Source(s): http://www.mne.gov.pt/mne/en/ http://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/en/france_159/entering-france_2045/getting-visa_2046/do-you-need-visa_1559.html http://www.diplomatie.be/en/travel/visaShortdetail.asp?TEXTID=1180
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Wednesday, November 28, 2012
People to People Student Ambassador trip 2009?
People to People Student Ambassador trip 2009?
This summer I am going on a people to people trip to England, Ireland, Wales, France, Belgium, and the Netherlands. Now with the trip quickly approaching, I'm getting really excited but also super nervous! Has anyone been on one of these trips before?? Do you have any advice on some things that I might overlook while packing?? How many pictures did you take appx.? Thanks!!
Other - Europe - 1 Answers
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I went on a People to People trip in 2005 to Australia. I absolutely loved it! People to People is really an amazing program. You've got nothing to be nervous about. When it comes to packing, make sure you really look at the list that you're given, and have everything on it. Don't over pack, because you're the one that will be carrying your stuff around, no one is going to do it for you. As for pictures, my trip to Australia I only took like 300 pictures, but that's something I regret. Last summer I went to Europe with a different program, and only for 10 days, and took close to 1400 pictures. So be prepared to be snapping photos all the time, especially with the amazing places you'll be going to! Have fun!
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Wednesday, November 14, 2012
Best way to go about communication while I'm visiting Europe?
Best way to go about communication while I'm visiting Europe?
This summer, I'm visiting Europe through a Student Ambassador Program. I will be spending time in England, Wales, France, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Ireland. Currently, I have an LG EnV3, with unlimited calling, text messaging, and Internet capabilities. I was wondering if anybody knew what some reasonable ideas were to communicate with people back at home in the USA during my trip. Will I have cell phone reception while in Europe? I will be away for nineteen days. Any ideas or feedback would be appreciated!
Other - Europe - 5 Answers
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Honestly leave your phone off and just enjoy your time there as much as you can. You will be able to fill your friends in when you get home. And buy a calling card to use at a pay phone to talk to your parents.
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I visited Europe last summer on a sports trip> if you are expecting to call home, it will cost more and you will need to contact your cell phone company for further details on how to get service overseas. Some companies do not have service out of the US, so it would be wise of you to find out as soon as possible. Another good way of communication is email. If you are staying in a nice hotel in Europe, they usually supply at least one computer. Especially since you are going with a student program, they should make sure communication is available. I'm sorry but I'm not sure if you can text overseas, it sounds very unlikely. But you can also purchase calling cards when you get to Europe, where you can call home with however many minutes you have on your card. If i remember correctly, it was either an American dollar or maybe a little more per minute to call home with the cell phone service. Well, I hope I helped. Enjoy your trip :)
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Check with your cell provider to make sure your phone is compatible with European systems in the countries you will visit. I had no problem, except for some reason I couldn't get my voicemail messages and racked up some expenses trying to access it. Also, calls were about 90¢ a minute because I was out of my area. I even had calls billed from a country I didn't visit because I happened to connect to a service over the border! I found it better to just periodically send an e-mail to my address list saying I'm OK. It was good to turn the phone off for often several days at a time and just enjoy my travels without feeling the need to always be a slave to an electronic device. You may wish to do the same. It is not important to be in 24/7 contact when you are traveling. Your attention is always wandering to your phone instead of appreciating the cultures you are visiting. Have a great trip!
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Best way? Thats what i'm talking about
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Its not your phone its your service, personally ive stuck with t-mobile for years because i know my phone has worked in every country ive been to for the last 6 years. Make sure your phone is "unlocked" before you travel and that your service will work in all those areas.
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Wednesday, November 7, 2012
i am going to be a foreign exchange student?
i am going to be a foreign exchange student?
I am only interested in countries in Europe: Austria Belgium Flaners Denmark Finland Iceland Netherlands Norway Sweden(yeah! im 100% swedish!) Switzerland Turkey which sounds best?? I will be leaving August 2008 an ruturn July 2009 I will be 17 when I leave and 18 when i return.. ahh im sooo excited!!
Other - Europe - 13 Answers
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France
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i think all of those sound amazing!!!! look into all of those countries and find out which one interests YOU and your personality the best
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i say sweden or denmark. learn the language while your there.
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Iceland!!
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Sweden, if you are Swedish!
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I've been to Switzerland before. Kinde boring in my opinion. Depends on where about in Switzerland. Turkey?
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I always thought Spain as cool but if you're swedish go there.
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Congratulation! Sweden and Switzerland sounds good.
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Australia (the outback)would be nice, not to mention Japan.
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You should have gone to GERMANY my friend did and she loved it! but I say Sweden so you can explore your roots!
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ICELAND
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The Netherlands are big as far as foreign exchange programs go, Sweden would be cool because of your heritage, and Austra would be a great choice if you are into history, art, and music (Mozart was born there, Beethoven lived there for a time, and a lot of art was made there). Those would be my choices. Between the three, I would choose Austria because I am a history/music buff.
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Switzerland, have the best things anyway, respected neutral country m, which education worth a lot
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I am only interested in countries in Europe: Austria Belgium Flaners Denmark Finland Iceland Netherlands Norway Sweden(yeah! im 100% swedish!) Switzerland Turkey which sounds best?? I will be leaving August 2008 an ruturn July 2009 I will be 17 when I leave and 18 when i return.. ahh im sooo excited!!
Other - Europe - 13 Answers
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France
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i think all of those sound amazing!!!! look into all of those countries and find out which one interests YOU and your personality the best
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i say sweden or denmark. learn the language while your there.
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Iceland!!
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Sweden, if you are Swedish!
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I've been to Switzerland before. Kinde boring in my opinion. Depends on where about in Switzerland. Turkey?
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I always thought Spain as cool but if you're swedish go there.
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Congratulation! Sweden and Switzerland sounds good.
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Australia (the outback)would be nice, not to mention Japan.
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You should have gone to GERMANY my friend did and she loved it! but I say Sweden so you can explore your roots!
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ICELAND
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The Netherlands are big as far as foreign exchange programs go, Sweden would be cool because of your heritage, and Austra would be a great choice if you are into history, art, and music (Mozart was born there, Beethoven lived there for a time, and a lot of art was made there). Those would be my choices. Between the three, I would choose Austria because I am a history/music buff.
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Switzerland, have the best things anyway, respected neutral country m, which education worth a lot
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Thursday, November 1, 2012
Whould i be able to start as a senior with football?
Whould i be able to start as a senior with football?
Hey, i'm from belgium and im 17. I Play football as a QB in the belgium football league and this year we became national champion in the -18 league. I was starting QB and season mvp. During schoolyear 2011-2012 i'm going to the us as an exchange student. I'll be a senior. Whould i be able to join the schools football team? Greets don And what time does summer camps start normally in us for football.( summer practices)
Football (American) - 4 Answers
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I think not
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idk...I believe it matters where u go..and the state rules and even the coaches personal rules with playing exchange students
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Here it wouldn't matter. Say you want to play and they'll find a way.
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yes, you would.
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Hey, i'm from belgium and im 17. I Play football as a QB in the belgium football league and this year we became national champion in the -18 league. I was starting QB and season mvp. During schoolyear 2011-2012 i'm going to the us as an exchange student. I'll be a senior. Whould i be able to join the schools football team? Greets don And what time does summer camps start normally in us for football.( summer practices)
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I think not
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idk...I believe it matters where u go..and the state rules and even the coaches personal rules with playing exchange students
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Here it wouldn't matter. Say you want to play and they'll find a way.
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yes, you would.
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Sunday, October 28, 2012
I want to go on an international student exchange.?
I want to go on an international student exchange.?
I live in Australia, and I would reeeeallllyyy like to go on a student exchange to somewhere french-speaking, like Belgium, Switzerland or France. I have looked on the internet and found a company called WEP and I've tried to convince my mum about the idea. She is all for it EXCEPT that she doesn't want me to mess up other school yeârs, be away for tooo long or do it with a company she doesn't trust or have any kind of recoard. I really want to do this, but... Mums... So, Does anybody know of anykind of record the WEP may have or be able to recommend a better company for an Aussie. Also, any idea how long would be a good idea??? And where. Oh, at the moment I'm 13 and a half... I'm a forward planner... Help!!! Thnx!
Studying Abroad - 1 Answers
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13 and a half is a good time to start thinking about going on exchange! I am a 5-time host mom and volunteer with Youth For Understanding (YFU) in the USA. YFU, AFS, and Rotary are frequently called "the big 3" when it comes to exchanges - long histories and good reputations. Please forgive my bias towards YFU - it's the one that I have direct experience with (I am a 5-time host mom and volunteer). I am gaining indirect experience by corresponding with former students. When I have asked exchange students why they chose YFU, I get the following answers: (1) YFU gave them more bang for their buck and/or (2) someone they knew and trusted recommended YFU. 95% of the fees collected by YFU go for direct program costs (airline tickets, support in hosting country, etc.). YFU has been around for 59 years and has learned how to make exchanges successful. Which ever program you choose, make sure they are listed with the Council for Standards on International Educational Travel (csiet.org). They routinely audit programs for quality. I checked the CSIET list for WEP and did not find it. I can't tell you to not choose them, but you will need to do more investigation on your own. If I may, I would like to suggest checking out YFU. I just took a quick look at the YFU Australia website and they have done a really good job of expanding it. YFU does have programs to Belgium (French and Dutch speaking), Switzerland (French and German speaking), and France. One note: All three of those programs require students from the USA to have 2 years of French study in order to participate in the year programs. The YFU Australia made that notation for France; it is most likely the same for Belgium and Switzerland (you'll have to contact your local office). It's only natural for mothers to worry - they are responsible for you. The YFU website has a whole section for parents. I did happen to notice that France has a shorter program (I did not notice if Belgium or Switzerland did or not). Personally, I would suggest going for the full school year. You'll get a fuller experience and the price is usually the same. But that is just my own opinion. Regarding "messing up" your schooling - you'll have to check with your school to see what you'll need to do in order to "keep on track". It is not unusual for a student to not have any credit from an exchange year applied to their 'normal' school. It really depends on your school and what you do while away. Good luck to you no matter what you choose!!
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I live in Australia, and I would reeeeallllyyy like to go on a student exchange to somewhere french-speaking, like Belgium, Switzerland or France. I have looked on the internet and found a company called WEP and I've tried to convince my mum about the idea. She is all for it EXCEPT that she doesn't want me to mess up other school yeârs, be away for tooo long or do it with a company she doesn't trust or have any kind of recoard. I really want to do this, but... Mums... So, Does anybody know of anykind of record the WEP may have or be able to recommend a better company for an Aussie. Also, any idea how long would be a good idea??? And where. Oh, at the moment I'm 13 and a half... I'm a forward planner... Help!!! Thnx!
Studying Abroad - 1 Answers
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13 and a half is a good time to start thinking about going on exchange! I am a 5-time host mom and volunteer with Youth For Understanding (YFU) in the USA. YFU, AFS, and Rotary are frequently called "the big 3" when it comes to exchanges - long histories and good reputations. Please forgive my bias towards YFU - it's the one that I have direct experience with (I am a 5-time host mom and volunteer). I am gaining indirect experience by corresponding with former students. When I have asked exchange students why they chose YFU, I get the following answers: (1) YFU gave them more bang for their buck and/or (2) someone they knew and trusted recommended YFU. 95% of the fees collected by YFU go for direct program costs (airline tickets, support in hosting country, etc.). YFU has been around for 59 years and has learned how to make exchanges successful. Which ever program you choose, make sure they are listed with the Council for Standards on International Educational Travel (csiet.org). They routinely audit programs for quality. I checked the CSIET list for WEP and did not find it. I can't tell you to not choose them, but you will need to do more investigation on your own. If I may, I would like to suggest checking out YFU. I just took a quick look at the YFU Australia website and they have done a really good job of expanding it. YFU does have programs to Belgium (French and Dutch speaking), Switzerland (French and German speaking), and France. One note: All three of those programs require students from the USA to have 2 years of French study in order to participate in the year programs. The YFU Australia made that notation for France; it is most likely the same for Belgium and Switzerland (you'll have to contact your local office). It's only natural for mothers to worry - they are responsible for you. The YFU website has a whole section for parents. I did happen to notice that France has a shorter program (I did not notice if Belgium or Switzerland did or not). Personally, I would suggest going for the full school year. You'll get a fuller experience and the price is usually the same. But that is just my own opinion. Regarding "messing up" your schooling - you'll have to check with your school to see what you'll need to do in order to "keep on track". It is not unusual for a student to not have any credit from an exchange year applied to their 'normal' school. It really depends on your school and what you do while away. Good luck to you no matter what you choose!!
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Sunday, October 14, 2012
where to go on student exchange ...?
where to go on student exchange ...?
i need to decided where to go for student exchange. i'm torn between USA, france, korea, belgium?? this is for high school exchange in the next year or so
Studying Abroad - 3 Answers
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Which are you most interested in, and why? Culture? language? history? I would use that as a guideline, and, to be honest...most companies give you a list, then tell you to pick three and rank them, and they put you where they can find you a host family. Rather diverse selections, I'd say!
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Korea sounds like fun. It's a very different culture!
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i would say france, but the days are a lot longer. A lot of foreign exchange students to the u.s. find that it's hard because the parents are much more strict and the people aren't as quick to invite you places as in other countries. good luck in your decision making :)
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i need to decided where to go for student exchange. i'm torn between USA, france, korea, belgium?? this is for high school exchange in the next year or so
Studying Abroad - 3 Answers
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Which are you most interested in, and why? Culture? language? history? I would use that as a guideline, and, to be honest...most companies give you a list, then tell you to pick three and rank them, and they put you where they can find you a host family. Rather diverse selections, I'd say!
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Korea sounds like fun. It's a very different culture!
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i would say france, but the days are a lot longer. A lot of foreign exchange students to the u.s. find that it's hard because the parents are much more strict and the people aren't as quick to invite you places as in other countries. good luck in your decision making :)
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Sunday, October 7, 2012
How/where do I buy a eurail pass?
How/where do I buy a eurail pass?
I need to know how to buy a eurail pass and what type I should get. I will be traveling for 15 days in 8 countries: Sweden, Denmark, Germany, Netherlands, Belgium, France, Switzerland, and Italy. Will any pass cover all of that? Also, can I reserve train seats from Canada ahead of time (as opposed to at a station in Europe when I get there) and will a eurail pass cover the overnight trains (with beds)? By the way I am 20 years old and a student.
Other - Europe - 3 Answers
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Go to google and type in "man in seat 61". Its a fabulous website giving all the information you require. If you still have questions give me a shout if you like , I have done similar trips over 19 countries in the past 4 years . Its the best way to travel and the Sleepers are a hoot (laugh) as are hostels, both safe and cheap.
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You can actually purchase those online. Just go to eurail.com. You can purchase different countries or just one country. You can also go to www.bahn.de. That is the German rail system. Have a good time. The food is awesome.
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I need to know how to buy a eurail pass and what type I should get. I will be traveling for 15 days in 8 countries: Sweden, Denmark, Germany, Netherlands, Belgium, France, Switzerland, and Italy. Will any pass cover all of that? Also, can I reserve train seats from Canada ahead of time (as opposed to at a station in Europe when I get there) and will a eurail pass cover the overnight trains (with beds)? By the way I am 20 years old and a student.
Other - Europe - 3 Answers
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Go to google and type in "man in seat 61". Its a fabulous website giving all the information you require. If you still have questions give me a shout if you like , I have done similar trips over 19 countries in the past 4 years . Its the best way to travel and the Sleepers are a hoot (laugh) as are hostels, both safe and cheap.
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You can actually purchase those online. Just go to eurail.com. You can purchase different countries or just one country. You can also go to www.bahn.de. That is the German rail system. Have a good time. The food is awesome.
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Monday, October 1, 2012
belgium or france?
belgium or france?
of course, just as i was sure i wanted to stay in northern france somewhere relatively close to paris, the option of belgium opened up to me. im a high school student and i want to study abroad in a european country, and i decided since i know some french already, a french speaking country. ive made a list of all the pros and cons of going to france vs. belgium, but i still can't decide. both the experiences seem great. tell me anything you know about your experience in france or belgium. if possible, about high school there. or give me a link to what someone wrote about it. i dont care. i just need info to make my decision.
Studying Abroad - 2 Answers
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France is obviously a bigger country, extremely nationalistic, and a major player in European politics and economics. Its history is important to European history and world history (it was the dominant country in the 18th century as England was in the 19th and America in the 20th). It is a geographically various, with different parts (Breton, Paris, Norman, Gascony, etc.) each a study in itself. It's inexhaustible. Some French (e. g., Baudelaire, who should have known better) look down on Belgians as dumb lovers of "frites" and little else, but at its best it's a reasonable, intelligent place. Belgium is friendlier, more masterable as a country, culturally very various to the point of having two languages (Walloon and French) so that it is almost riven, and in some ways more open than France. Les francais sont tres "chez eux." The Musee des Beaux Arts is not the Louvre, but since it takes a year of going to a world class museum to start to know it, there's not much practical difference. The pleasures of the table are equal in both, although there's more variety in France because it's bigger. It's easier to get from Belgium to some other countries such as Holland (any of the Benelux countries) and Germany. If you've never been to either, I'd guess I'd go to France because having been there opens more doors socially, culturally, and economically, but I've had good times in both places.
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Roger's got point. You should take his advice. After all, he's a top contributer.
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of course, just as i was sure i wanted to stay in northern france somewhere relatively close to paris, the option of belgium opened up to me. im a high school student and i want to study abroad in a european country, and i decided since i know some french already, a french speaking country. ive made a list of all the pros and cons of going to france vs. belgium, but i still can't decide. both the experiences seem great. tell me anything you know about your experience in france or belgium. if possible, about high school there. or give me a link to what someone wrote about it. i dont care. i just need info to make my decision.
Studying Abroad - 2 Answers
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France is obviously a bigger country, extremely nationalistic, and a major player in European politics and economics. Its history is important to European history and world history (it was the dominant country in the 18th century as England was in the 19th and America in the 20th). It is a geographically various, with different parts (Breton, Paris, Norman, Gascony, etc.) each a study in itself. It's inexhaustible. Some French (e. g., Baudelaire, who should have known better) look down on Belgians as dumb lovers of "frites" and little else, but at its best it's a reasonable, intelligent place. Belgium is friendlier, more masterable as a country, culturally very various to the point of having two languages (Walloon and French) so that it is almost riven, and in some ways more open than France. Les francais sont tres "chez eux." The Musee des Beaux Arts is not the Louvre, but since it takes a year of going to a world class museum to start to know it, there's not much practical difference. The pleasures of the table are equal in both, although there's more variety in France because it's bigger. It's easier to get from Belgium to some other countries such as Holland (any of the Benelux countries) and Germany. If you've never been to either, I'd guess I'd go to France because having been there opens more doors socially, culturally, and economically, but I've had good times in both places.
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Roger's got point. You should take his advice. After all, he's a top contributer.
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Friday, September 28, 2012
HI everybody! i applied for a schengen visa but i got refused,would this affect my chances to get visa again?
HI everybody! i applied for a schengen visa but i got refused,would this affect my chances to get visa again?
I applied at Embassy of Hungary to visit my sister , and now i want to apply for student visa from Embassy of Belgium.would this visa refusal affect my chances to get student visa?Do you have any idea if the schengen countries share data on visa refusals?
Embassies & Consulates - 2 Answers
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i don't think about sharing data.. but it wont affect your student visa before you applied for a tourist visa but now its you carrier so i don't think it affect this.. all the best
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When you apply for a Schengen visa, ALL the Schengen countries share information as it's valid for all of them. A student visa for Belgium wouldn't be a Schengen visa - it'd be valid for Belgium only - but they certainly have the facility to ask around the other Schengen countries if they wanted to. You will undoubtedly be asked if you have been refused a visa anywhere before and it will not be good for you if you are discovered not to have told the truth. You need to know why you were refused and be able to explain that. Most visa refusals are because you didn't supply the right documents, and that should be understood - anyone can make a mistake.
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Friday, September 14, 2012
People to People Student Ambassador Program?
People to People Student Ambassador Program?
Im 13 (8th grade) Ive been Invited but i don't know. Ive been getting mixed reviews like its a scam , or its great.Id like to know how much will it be , Is it as good/bad as people say, and would i enjoy myself i get to go to england, france, germany, belgium, the Netherlands, and Switzerland.. it sound great but expensive. Im sure we could get the money but is it worth it?
Studying Abroad - 2 Answers
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idk, lets see, give it a try man
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It's definitely worth it. I've answered a lot of questions about the People to People program recently, so just search for them, and you can read my responses. It doesn't make sense to keep repeating my answers, but they have programs for even 8th grade. They actually have programs from 5th-6th grade, all the way up to 12th grade, in high school. It is safe, and an experience that is worthwhile. You can even use your experiences as one thing you did while in high school, for your college application personal statement, as I did. You get a homestay for 2-4 nights, and can also get high school credit. But only some high schools actually award the credit. I knew a lot of people who got credit, but my high school did not allow it. So it depends on your counselor and school district. I know that there are a lot of bad things people say about the program, but it's usually about the cost and not the actual program itself. So you should look at that observation too. Or about the safety, or that it's just a travel agency trying to get money from kids. I don't think it's that. There are usually 4 adults who travel with all the students, who are all teachers, counselors, or people associated with schools and education. They can also people who you can get recommendation letters later too, if that is an interest you want. All in all, the program is definitely worth it, even if it costs a lot. If you think about the cost if you went by yourself, you'd spend twice or three times as much, so I think the cost is fair. Good luck on your choice.
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Im 13 (8th grade) Ive been Invited but i don't know. Ive been getting mixed reviews like its a scam , or its great.Id like to know how much will it be , Is it as good/bad as people say, and would i enjoy myself i get to go to england, france, germany, belgium, the Netherlands, and Switzerland.. it sound great but expensive. Im sure we could get the money but is it worth it?
Studying Abroad - 2 Answers
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idk, lets see, give it a try man
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It's definitely worth it. I've answered a lot of questions about the People to People program recently, so just search for them, and you can read my responses. It doesn't make sense to keep repeating my answers, but they have programs for even 8th grade. They actually have programs from 5th-6th grade, all the way up to 12th grade, in high school. It is safe, and an experience that is worthwhile. You can even use your experiences as one thing you did while in high school, for your college application personal statement, as I did. You get a homestay for 2-4 nights, and can also get high school credit. But only some high schools actually award the credit. I knew a lot of people who got credit, but my high school did not allow it. So it depends on your counselor and school district. I know that there are a lot of bad things people say about the program, but it's usually about the cost and not the actual program itself. So you should look at that observation too. Or about the safety, or that it's just a travel agency trying to get money from kids. I don't think it's that. There are usually 4 adults who travel with all the students, who are all teachers, counselors, or people associated with schools and education. They can also people who you can get recommendation letters later too, if that is an interest you want. All in all, the program is definitely worth it, even if it costs a lot. If you think about the cost if you went by yourself, you'd spend twice or three times as much, so I think the cost is fair. Good luck on your choice.
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Friday, September 7, 2012
How to get a cheap ticket and good deal to go to Europe?
How to get a cheap ticket and good deal to go to Europe?
I am planning to go to Belgium two weeks before the month of April ends but I still could not find the cheap airfare and the right one. I am still a student, usually there are discounts for students but I just dont know where to find it. I've been searching and still I could not find it. Can somebody help me? thanks!
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good luck on the airfare you may try travelocity.com
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Check out the airline company "Flyme." They offer incredibly cheap rates for Europe, and just filed bankruptcy on Friday. I bet they would sell you a ticket for very cheap...
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i have a little travel blog that will help you! If you search the kayak bar on the right you'll find the lowest airfare! http://besttravelsearch.blogspot.com/
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I am planning to go to Belgium two weeks before the month of April ends but I still could not find the cheap airfare and the right one. I am still a student, usually there are discounts for students but I just dont know where to find it. I've been searching and still I could not find it. Can somebody help me? thanks!
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good luck on the airfare you may try travelocity.com
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Check out the airline company "Flyme." They offer incredibly cheap rates for Europe, and just filed bankruptcy on Friday. I bet they would sell you a ticket for very cheap...
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i have a little travel blog that will help you! If you search the kayak bar on the right you'll find the lowest airfare! http://besttravelsearch.blogspot.com/
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Saturday, September 1, 2012
Best summer exchange program for a reasonable cost?
Best summer exchange program for a reasonable cost?
I would like to spend the summer of 2011 as an exchange student, preferably in New Zealand, Greece, or Belgium. I have looked at a few places like YFU and ASSE, but they seem so expensive. Any ideas will help!
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Hi there I am international student, used to live in bay of plenty, I earn good money in last summer....from kiwi farm work... you should come to new zealand, for summer. because in summer time its time for kiwi fruit and you can find easily jobs in farm work which is very easy.. and you can earn good NZ dollars.
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Tuesday, August 28, 2012
Question about Belgium..........?
Question about Belgium..........?
Does it snow in Belgium??? We got this new foreign exchange student and he is soooooo hot. its snowing here and he says he likes how the snow is white and fluffy looking, so i thought maybe it was the first time he saw snow.
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It does snow in Belgium. But if he lives near the coast not often and it hardly stays long. On the eastern end of Belgium snow is much more regular and deeper, and skiing is happening every few years. At this time the question made me smile, as all of western Europe has snow, even the coast of Belgium.
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Yes, it can snow in Belgium. Not so often but in some regions every winter it snows. In the Ardennes they have some ski resorts (not so much, but they exist). It's rare that the snowfall is higher than a few cm. When your exchange student says he never has seen snow, it must be a full time nerd, always staying behind his computer... (lol) or he is not a belgian.
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Yes, it snows in Belgium. It's been snowing for a month now. I live in the north-east of Belgium.
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I was just there for 2 years and it does snow every once in awhile but it is usually wet snow and not very much at all. And rarely last for longer than a day.
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It does. It has now for the last couple of weeks actually. But, in your exchange student's defence, he might be too young to remember the last time it snowed remarkably. I was about 6 years old when I last saw snow around Christmas and I'm now 25. So roughly 19 years the winters have been mild to relatively warm here. In those 19 years, the only snow we ever saw was few, and disappeared after touching the ground. So it's to no surprise that poor young man got excited by seeing blankets of snow.
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Does it snow in Belgium??? We got this new foreign exchange student and he is soooooo hot. its snowing here and he says he likes how the snow is white and fluffy looking, so i thought maybe it was the first time he saw snow.
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It does snow in Belgium. But if he lives near the coast not often and it hardly stays long. On the eastern end of Belgium snow is much more regular and deeper, and skiing is happening every few years. At this time the question made me smile, as all of western Europe has snow, even the coast of Belgium.
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Yes, it can snow in Belgium. Not so often but in some regions every winter it snows. In the Ardennes they have some ski resorts (not so much, but they exist). It's rare that the snowfall is higher than a few cm. When your exchange student says he never has seen snow, it must be a full time nerd, always staying behind his computer... (lol) or he is not a belgian.
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Yes, it snows in Belgium. It's been snowing for a month now. I live in the north-east of Belgium.
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I was just there for 2 years and it does snow every once in awhile but it is usually wet snow and not very much at all. And rarely last for longer than a day.
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It does. It has now for the last couple of weeks actually. But, in your exchange student's defence, he might be too young to remember the last time it snowed remarkably. I was about 6 years old when I last saw snow around Christmas and I'm now 25. So roughly 19 years the winters have been mild to relatively warm here. In those 19 years, the only snow we ever saw was few, and disappeared after touching the ground. So it's to no surprise that poor young man got excited by seeing blankets of snow.
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Tuesday, August 14, 2012
Working in France/Belgium as an Australian/British?
Working in France/Belgium as an Australian/British?
How hard is it to get work (legally) in France/Belgium as an Australian citizen or a British citizen. I ask this because I'm thinking of going there but I'm not sure if I'll go over with a student visa or just the working one (I'm crossing my fingers that I get accepted for a B in Languages - French)
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Hi, If you are from UK, you can get a job without specific visa. France and UK are member of the European Union and the workers can cross the border. If you are Australian, you have to apply for a Visa to work. If you are Australian and student, you can get a part-time job.
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As an Ozzie, it is quite a complicated process you would need to go through. A UK passport (NOT British expat passwort!) will open you all of the 'old' European Union member states including France and Belgium. In France, the job office ( www.anpe.fr ) must treat you as if you were a French citizen and may not discriminate you. They will give you all relevant information, especially where to go to obtain the 'permis de séjour' which you need to apply for as a strict formality. They cannot deny you this. Even in the large cities, it is unlikely that you will easily get along in a job if you do not speak and write French well. If not working for a very international company, meetings will be held in French only. As to Belgium, the registration process for the 'permis de séjour' in fairly much the same. However the national job office is completely different than in France and will only help you with unemployment benefits. For finding a (new) job, you have to check with the regional offices. 1 - Brussels capitale: ORBEM/BGDA (Office Régional Bruxellois de l'Emploi / Brusselse Gewestelijke Dienst voor Arbeidsbemiddeling) 2 - région Wallonie: FOREM (Formation - Emploi) The flemish speaking part of the country has a separate office. Hope this was helpful for you.
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Tuesday, August 7, 2012
High school student spending year abroad in Europe.?
High school student spending year abroad in Europe.?
And I want to learn a new language as well as experience the culture. Only problem is a lot of European countries speak awesome english, or want to practice it. What european countries(preferably West) speak not so much English? I want to be forced to speak a lot of the languge of the country, I want to isolate myself from English speakers. I am thinking along the lines of Belgium,Austria,Switzerland,Germany,France,etc. I don't really liek Spanish btw, and please dont recommend something like spanish or eastern european liek polish.
Studying Abroad - 2 Answers
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I had a wonderful time in the Czech Republic last summer and would recommend going to Praha. However... whereever you choose to go, simply make it known by attempting to speak in the local language that you wish to practice. Don't give up! Be persistent in using as little English as possible and choosing to speak in the local language. People will appreciate your effort and reward you with assistance.
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well programs like YFU and AYUSA as well as some other ones say that its recommended, not REQUIRED to know the language of a certain country. As for the other programs, some aren't really specific so i would suggest what they suggest also: just contact them and they should be able to answer any of the questions you have. I did.
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And I want to learn a new language as well as experience the culture. Only problem is a lot of European countries speak awesome english, or want to practice it. What european countries(preferably West) speak not so much English? I want to be forced to speak a lot of the languge of the country, I want to isolate myself from English speakers. I am thinking along the lines of Belgium,Austria,Switzerland,Germany,France,etc. I don't really liek Spanish btw, and please dont recommend something like spanish or eastern european liek polish.
Studying Abroad - 2 Answers
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I had a wonderful time in the Czech Republic last summer and would recommend going to Praha. However... whereever you choose to go, simply make it known by attempting to speak in the local language that you wish to practice. Don't give up! Be persistent in using as little English as possible and choosing to speak in the local language. People will appreciate your effort and reward you with assistance.
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well programs like YFU and AYUSA as well as some other ones say that its recommended, not REQUIRED to know the language of a certain country. As for the other programs, some aren't really specific so i would suggest what they suggest also: just contact them and they should be able to answer any of the questions you have. I did.
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Wednesday, August 1, 2012
Foreign Exchange Student Questions please help!?
Foreign Exchange Student Questions please help!?
One of my best friends lives overseas in Belgium. They are thinking about coming to America for a school year as an exchange student. Is there anyway they could pick a specific city, school and host family? If so, what organization would you recommend going through? I have heard Rotary is good, but I don't know if they would let you pick the city, school and only have one host. Thanks so much! :)
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How cool that you have a friend there! Are you thinking of hosting him/her? If your friend wants a specific host family (which would also cover the city and school), what (s)he needs to ask for is a "Direct Placement" (DP). To the best of my knowledge (and forgive me, I don't know that much about Rotary - your local Club should be able to answer your questions) most (if not all) reputable organizations will do a DP *IF* the host family meets the organization's requirements to be a host AND *IF* the school accepts the student. Think about it this way -- it saves the organization the stress involved with finding a host family. If I may, I would like to recommend Youth For Understanding for your friend to use. YFU, AFS, and Rotary are frequently called "the big 3" when it comes to exchanges - long histories and good reputations, although a few others are making their way up that list. Please forgive my bias towards YFU - it's the one that I have direct experience with (I am a 5-time host mom and volunteer). I am gaining indirect experience by corresponding with former students. When I have asked exchange students why they chose YFU, I get the following answers: (1) YFU gave them more bang for their buck and/or (2) someone they knew and trusted recommended YFU. 95% of the fees collected by YFU go for direct program costs (airline tickets, support in hosting country, etc.). YFU has been around for almost 60 years and has learned how to make exchanges successful. If your friend chooses another organization, (s)he should make sure that it is listed with the Council for Standards on International Educational Travel (csiet.org). They routinely audit programs for quality. While it is possible that a good organization is not listed with them, it is less likely and I would advise doing more research on anyone that is not listed with them. I know that YFU does exchanges with Belgium as there are still some Belgian students who need homes for this year. Good luck to your friend!
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Saturday, July 28, 2012
What should I take on my trip to Europe?
What should I take on my trip to Europe?
I am going with Poeple to People Student Ambassadors to England, France, Belgium, and the Netherlands. My itinerary is here: http://studentambassadors.org/students-programs-details-baj.asp Thanks for helping!
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I'd like to mount a campaign to encourage people not to go anywhere. Travel has become so expensive and unpleasant that it's hard to understand why people don't stay home. Why are we crowding our highways and airports to get someplace else? Newspapers and magazines are filled with ads trying to get us to travel. They want us to go somewhere - anywhere but home.
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Saturday, July 14, 2012
P2P Student Ambassadors, I need money before I go!?
P2P Student Ambassadors, I need money before I go!?
I got an invitation to travel and study in England, France, Belgium, and the Netherlands but my parents mainly are saying no now because we dont have 5000 dollars + spending money right now. I'm considering getting a job during the school year but idk if I'll have time for it. I'm taking 2 APs, PreCal, Anatomy, Music theory, Physics, and Spanish 3. What do you guys think i should do? I need a way to raise money in time to go. Thanks!
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um... time to get a job
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Saturday, July 7, 2012
People to People Student Ambassador's Program?
People to People Student Ambassador's Program?
I've been receiving the letters every year since third grade for this program and now I'm in ninth grade and my mom is finally taking me to the meeting for this. The destinations are France, England, Ireland, Wales, Netherlands, Belgium. I was wondering if someone who has been to the meetings before or actually did the summer program if you know what the cost is and is there any other information you could give me? Thanks (:
Studying Abroad - 5 Answers
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Cost can run as much a 7,000. A very large amount for parents to pay.
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I went like 2 years ago to Australia for about 3 weeks. It was the best time I have had! It is really fun and a different place. It cost about 3k(yours might cost alittle more cause more countries), yea its pretty expensive, but worth it if you got the spare money. It is really fun, they will be a group of about 40 of people around your age and you got to different parts of the county and just learn about there life and history. but you also just hangout and have fun. We went to beaches, the Great Barrier Reef and other great places. We just had the time of our lives. So its really fun Before you go on the actual trip you would meet around every other week (or so) with other people that are interested and you would talk about the rules and what you are going to experience. Also you will have some "games" that will make friends from people to people. It is just a great experience. Go have a blast and make everyday over there count cause once you leave, you would want to go back again!!!!
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A bunch of my friends have gone and they all really liked it. I've also been getting those letters and I definitely think you should go, if you have the money. It is kinda expensive.
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It is expensive but they give you ways to fundraise. I think that it is a great oppertunity. Just go to the meeting, and you will learn more about the program and the aproximate dates and cost. I just got accepted, and I couldn't be happier! They are like a huge family. We haven't gone on the trip yet, but we have already built friendships. I hope you have a wonderful time, if you do go. ~Ashley
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This is a very overpriced tourist trip. Although the letters might make you feel "special", they are an advertising ploy and thousands go out every year. If you are interested in a true exchange, go to a program like YFU, AFS or Rotary. For the cost of the average People to People program you have most of the money needed for a year abroad -- with all the benefits that go with it (such as language immersion).
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Sunday, July 1, 2012
i just got a letter to be a student ambassador. what does it mean?
i just got a letter to be a student ambassador. what does it mean?
i got a letter saying i was chosen to go on this trip thing to England, France, The Netherlands, and Belgium. has anyone else gotton one of these? why did i get it? it sounds fun but i dont know how much it will cost or how long it will be ? is it fun? i will be going into my junior year next summer, would there be people my age?
Words & Wordplay - 1 Answers
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It costs some money, in the thousands, and it's a good experience if you want to go. You must be able to take care of yourself and be mature though, because they won't babysit you. This program has had very bad reviews, just google "student ambassador program reviews" such as student negligence. But if you are sociable and can handle yourself well for a few weeks or so, by all means do it!
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i got a letter saying i was chosen to go on this trip thing to England, France, The Netherlands, and Belgium. has anyone else gotton one of these? why did i get it? it sounds fun but i dont know how much it will cost or how long it will be ? is it fun? i will be going into my junior year next summer, would there be people my age?
Words & Wordplay - 1 Answers
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It costs some money, in the thousands, and it's a good experience if you want to go. You must be able to take care of yourself and be mature though, because they won't babysit you. This program has had very bad reviews, just google "student ambassador program reviews" such as student negligence. But if you are sociable and can handle yourself well for a few weeks or so, by all means do it!
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Thursday, June 28, 2012
Foreign Exchange student scholarships?
Foreign Exchange student scholarships?
Are their any scholarships specifically made for foreign exchange students applying to college? Can someone please provide a link to a scholarship for this? What do colleges view exchange students as? I want to study abroad in Belgium my junior year of high school, and my mom says that colleges don't care. I'm trying to prove to her that they do.....please help!
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Any reputable college will look very favorably on an applicant who has studied abroad. Students with this type of experience tend to have very desirable personal qualities, such as maturity, leadership, ability to adapt to new situations, command of a foreign language, etc. Companies you apply to in the future will look more favorably on you for your multi-lingual, multicultural experience, initiative, etc. Scholarships for foreign exchange students are rare. However, if you go through AFS and similar well established programs for high school juniors/seniors, you will have a family to live with, etc. It is not all that expensive and absolutely worthwhile.
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Are their any scholarships specifically made for foreign exchange students applying to college? Can someone please provide a link to a scholarship for this? What do colleges view exchange students as? I want to study abroad in Belgium my junior year of high school, and my mom says that colleges don't care. I'm trying to prove to her that they do.....please help!
Studying Abroad - 1 Answers
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Any reputable college will look very favorably on an applicant who has studied abroad. Students with this type of experience tend to have very desirable personal qualities, such as maturity, leadership, ability to adapt to new situations, command of a foreign language, etc. Companies you apply to in the future will look more favorably on you for your multi-lingual, multicultural experience, initiative, etc. Scholarships for foreign exchange students are rare. However, if you go through AFS and similar well established programs for high school juniors/seniors, you will have a family to live with, etc. It is not all that expensive and absolutely worthwhile.
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Thursday, June 14, 2012
Help me figure out my European vacation plans! College student on a budget...up for the challenge?
Help me figure out my European vacation plans! College student on a budget...up for the challenge?
I'm trying to plan an itinerary for a three week or so European vacation. I am a 22 year old student and would like to spend less than 2500 (not counting airfare to Europe). I know that's possible, especially in Europe. I'd like to visit England, Italy, Germany, Netherlands, Belgium and Greece. Does anyone else have any other good suggestions? And which parts of these countries are not to be missed? Your input is greatly appreciated!
Other - Europe - 4 Answers
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Get in touch with youre Students Union. USIT they are the International Travel Organisation for Students and will supply you with Cheaper Travel and Accomodation Worldwide. Just show them your Student Card. Hostel Accomodation is cheapest on a Budget. In England see London and Bath go to Wales,go to the Lake district in Cumbria, Try to see Scotland and Edinburgh.In Belgium you have Brussels ,De Groot Market Le Grande Place. The Piss Mannequin The Statue of the little Boy having a Piss and they put different Clothes on him nearly every Day. Then there is the Town of Brugge and Ghent.They have a lot of Festivals throughout the Year, Medieval Pageants etc. In Amsterdam there is the Riksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum, The Anne Frank Museum etc.Anywhere in Italy is Brilliant no matter where you go. There is the Northern Lakes of Laggo Maggiore, Lake Garda ,Lake Como etc.Venice. Florence.Rome. Sorrento.Naples ,Pompei.Ihave not been to Germany yet but Berlin and Dresden and the Munich Beer Festival should be good . Have a nice Vacation Good Luck.
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Parts you shouldn't miss: England : London, York, Bath Italy: Rome, Florence , Venice Germany: Munich Netherlands: Amsterdam Belgium: Brussels Greece: Athens, Mikonos Other suggestions: France: Paris, Normandy Scotland : Edinburgh Spain: Barcelona Austria: Salzburg Czech: Prague And yes 2500 are enough for 3 weeks. Enjoy
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From Germany to Italy its worth spending a day in lovely Salzburg in the Austrian Alps, and going down to Venice by train through the mountains. Then down Italy, and across to Greece by ferry. In Germany the Rhine valley between Mainz and Bonn is really lovely. The vineyard covered hills above the river are full of old walled towns and castles crown almost every corner of the river. Its also right on the direct train route from Amsterdam to German Bavaria and Austria.
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To maximize your experience, look at the low cost airlines (i.e. Ryan Air, German Wings, Easy Jet) to plan your general frame work. For places to stay look up Hostels on the net. For food, stick to pizza stands & donner kababs (ps dont buy any donner in the UK ... in the UK go for the prefab foods in the grocery stores). Use sites like Virtual Tourist to ask people in the know about specific areas. Do your reading and research at your home town library and on the net BEFORE traveling to the sites ... so you dont need a tour guide to tell you what things are. In the UK the great museums are free, but it costs to get into churches (huh?) In the rest of Europe, the churches are free and in many cases outshine the greatest castles and palaces. Dont forget about the parks ... especially in the summer. Lastly, if comming to Europe you need to take the time to visit the great American Cemetaries of WWI & WWII ... it is a life changing experience that must not be missed.
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I'm trying to plan an itinerary for a three week or so European vacation. I am a 22 year old student and would like to spend less than 2500 (not counting airfare to Europe). I know that's possible, especially in Europe. I'd like to visit England, Italy, Germany, Netherlands, Belgium and Greece. Does anyone else have any other good suggestions? And which parts of these countries are not to be missed? Your input is greatly appreciated!
Other - Europe - 4 Answers
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Get in touch with youre Students Union. USIT they are the International Travel Organisation for Students and will supply you with Cheaper Travel and Accomodation Worldwide. Just show them your Student Card. Hostel Accomodation is cheapest on a Budget. In England see London and Bath go to Wales,go to the Lake district in Cumbria, Try to see Scotland and Edinburgh.In Belgium you have Brussels ,De Groot Market Le Grande Place. The Piss Mannequin The Statue of the little Boy having a Piss and they put different Clothes on him nearly every Day. Then there is the Town of Brugge and Ghent.They have a lot of Festivals throughout the Year, Medieval Pageants etc. In Amsterdam there is the Riksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum, The Anne Frank Museum etc.Anywhere in Italy is Brilliant no matter where you go. There is the Northern Lakes of Laggo Maggiore, Lake Garda ,Lake Como etc.Venice. Florence.Rome. Sorrento.Naples ,Pompei.Ihave not been to Germany yet but Berlin and Dresden and the Munich Beer Festival should be good . Have a nice Vacation Good Luck.
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Parts you shouldn't miss: England : London, York, Bath Italy: Rome, Florence , Venice Germany: Munich Netherlands: Amsterdam Belgium: Brussels Greece: Athens, Mikonos Other suggestions: France: Paris, Normandy Scotland : Edinburgh Spain: Barcelona Austria: Salzburg Czech: Prague And yes 2500 are enough for 3 weeks. Enjoy
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From Germany to Italy its worth spending a day in lovely Salzburg in the Austrian Alps, and going down to Venice by train through the mountains. Then down Italy, and across to Greece by ferry. In Germany the Rhine valley between Mainz and Bonn is really lovely. The vineyard covered hills above the river are full of old walled towns and castles crown almost every corner of the river. Its also right on the direct train route from Amsterdam to German Bavaria and Austria.
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To maximize your experience, look at the low cost airlines (i.e. Ryan Air, German Wings, Easy Jet) to plan your general frame work. For places to stay look up Hostels on the net. For food, stick to pizza stands & donner kababs (ps dont buy any donner in the UK ... in the UK go for the prefab foods in the grocery stores). Use sites like Virtual Tourist to ask people in the know about specific areas. Do your reading and research at your home town library and on the net BEFORE traveling to the sites ... so you dont need a tour guide to tell you what things are. In the UK the great museums are free, but it costs to get into churches (huh?) In the rest of Europe, the churches are free and in many cases outshine the greatest castles and palaces. Dont forget about the parks ... especially in the summer. Lastly, if comming to Europe you need to take the time to visit the great American Cemetaries of WWI & WWII ... it is a life changing experience that must not be missed.
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Thursday, June 7, 2012
I would like to learn that where is the most important area of Fransa to visit?
I would like to learn that where is the most important area of Fransa to visit?
Now I am in Belgium as a Erasmus Student, and 2 month later I would like to go to visit Fransa ,and stay there 3 or 4 days, during that time where must I visit
France - 2 Answers
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easy answer is Paris! How will you travel? If you are taking the car or train, Lille is enroute, and fairly interesting. If you are flying and don't need sleep, you could also head to Lyon, Bordeaux and Marseille.
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Paris is the cultural capital of France, if not all of Europe. Even with 3 or 4 days you won't see everything there.
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Friday, June 1, 2012
People to People Student Ambassador Program?
People to People Student Ambassador Program?
I got an invitation in the mail the other day to go to Ireland, Wales, Scotland, & England. After reading the letter, I got onto the website and looked at the itinerary and I also looked at other programs. I found a different program that I liked more than this one (you go to England, France, Germany, Belgium, The Netherlands & Switzerland). I reserved seats at the meeting for the letter that I got, and I have a couple of questions: 1. Can I change the program? 2. How much does it cost? 3. Is it worth the cost? Thanks!
Embassies & Consulates - 3 Answers
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My daughter participated in this recently. She thoroughly enjoyed the experience. As the somewhat apprehensive financier of the whole experience, I cannot say one way or the lother if it was worth the money, but, again, she thoroughly enjoyed it and still corresponds with several friends she made during the trip.
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This organization tries to sell its programs to all schoolchildren. It's not an exclusive thing as it wants you to believe by sending you an 'invitation'. It's just marketing of a highly exorbitant vacation. Decide if you really want to participate and if your parents can afford it. I would suggest visiting these places for less with your family or later on when you're older by yourself.
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its a vastly overpriced private tourist company ..selling to gullible parent with more money than sense ...any of their trip could be done for half of their price
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Monday, May 28, 2012
What to no about Belgium on exchange.?
What to no about Belgium on exchange.?
Ok so im going to be a foreign exchange student and was going to go to France but I turned out to be a few months old to go to France so I decided to go to South Belgium. What food is mostly serverd on a daily base whats a good way to approach people in Belgium and just stuff to expect maybe even if any one knows what high school there is like please let me know. THANKS
Belgium - 3 Answers
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You'll be eating a lot of meat and potatoes, that's what they eat in the south of Belgium. There are lots of different foods to try. Are you going on a high school exchange? You might be in a semester at a local high school, but all the classes will be taught in French. People will try to speak English to you, so try to speak to them in French! Make sure to buy a good dictionary before you go.
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Potatoes in any form. Typical lunch is : liquid vegetable soup, meat, veggies, potatoes, sweet. Be sure to have at least a basic knowledge of French otherwise you are in for a difficult time. In Flanders it would have been much more easy: everyone speaks english.
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As for school, smart casual or jeans. Sweat pants or jogging bottoms are not considered cool on the whole. If you're in a catholic school most likely it will be uniform and possibly single sex. Schools are streamed into vocational, technical and academic. Wednesday is half day school. No idea wat they eat in the south but I would imagine pretty much the same as in the north. Breakfast is usually bread based or cereal. Main dinner is most likely to be potato, veg and meat with sauce or gravy. Very few people drink tea and milk is UHT most of the time. Quick is the Belgian version of McDonalds.
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Ok so im going to be a foreign exchange student and was going to go to France but I turned out to be a few months old to go to France so I decided to go to South Belgium. What food is mostly serverd on a daily base whats a good way to approach people in Belgium and just stuff to expect maybe even if any one knows what high school there is like please let me know. THANKS
Belgium - 3 Answers
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You'll be eating a lot of meat and potatoes, that's what they eat in the south of Belgium. There are lots of different foods to try. Are you going on a high school exchange? You might be in a semester at a local high school, but all the classes will be taught in French. People will try to speak English to you, so try to speak to them in French! Make sure to buy a good dictionary before you go.
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Potatoes in any form. Typical lunch is : liquid vegetable soup, meat, veggies, potatoes, sweet. Be sure to have at least a basic knowledge of French otherwise you are in for a difficult time. In Flanders it would have been much more easy: everyone speaks english.
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As for school, smart casual or jeans. Sweat pants or jogging bottoms are not considered cool on the whole. If you're in a catholic school most likely it will be uniform and possibly single sex. Schools are streamed into vocational, technical and academic. Wednesday is half day school. No idea wat they eat in the south but I would imagine pretty much the same as in the north. Breakfast is usually bread based or cereal. Main dinner is most likely to be potato, veg and meat with sauce or gravy. Very few people drink tea and milk is UHT most of the time. Quick is the Belgian version of McDonalds.
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Monday, May 14, 2012
Serious Answers Please !!!!!! Can I become a commercial pilot in Canada or Belgium without being a citizen ?
Serious Answers Please !!!!!! Can I become a commercial pilot in Canada or Belgium without being a citizen ?
Please answer ........ Also I'm not a science student. I hope that won't be an obstacle. Please answer only if you know what you are saying. Thank You & Warm Regards
Aircraft - 4 Answers
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Canada? Sure. As long as you can get a student visa (usually pretty easy, but you have to prove you have the money for your studies), you can study here and get your license. Lots of people do. We have good schools. Actually working here is another matter, and is the subject of another visa. Get your license first.
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I cant answer for Belgium, but in Canada, Yes. The old school i was at had plenty of over-seas students. As pointed out all you need is a student visa. As for working over here, that is also not that difficult but you need a valid job offer to get the ball rolling. Figure on working way up north if you do seek employment here.
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Begium, mais oui, if you can find a job ;-)
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Sure, if you can get a work visa from the country's government where you want to work... With the world economy the way it is today, I doubt that's possible. No competent government is going to allow foreigners to come into their country to do work that their own citizens could do. And no, I never said Obama's government was competent.
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Monday, May 7, 2012
What's the weather like in Brussels, Belgium?
What's the weather like in Brussels, Belgium?
What's the weather like in Brussels? Is it easy getting a job there while you're a student? Is it expensive living there? What's the night life like?
Belgium - 5 Answers
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Rainy. Not too hard. Very expensive. Party hearty.
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I am from Brussels. The weather varies between sun and clouds. Temperature is less cold than NY in winter and less hot than NY in the summer. You might have to learn French to get a good student job, but you will learn it quickly (2 months) - which is an asset for your career. Life is not that expensive, especially compared to other European capitals but indeed often more expensive than US cities. But the social security is amongst the most generous in the world, i.e. you can have an appointment with a dermatologist for USD 40 and medicines are reimbursed up to 80%. We have a great night life here and excellent electronic and dance clubs. Check for instance the much appreciated Dirty Dancing parties @ Mirano: http://www.dirtydancing.be/ Being also the capital of Europe, Brussels is very very international. This "multiculturality" is often appreciated! Moreover people are warm and welcoming unlike cities such as Paris. Check the links below, hope this helps
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For the moments it's cold and it rains. Not easy to get a job here you have to speak Flemish AND French (because of Brussels). Not so expensive (more expensive since the Euro came in to force). Nightlife can be very busy but like in all city's take care and don't leave your drinks unattended.
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Comparable with New York . Yes , you can find a job being a student , but you will have to pay taxes on it , like everybody else . It's the third most expensive country in Europe . Night life is great . It's a great country to live in actually . Very friendly people .
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It rains year round, because it's on a hilltop. Unemployment is 20% among Belgians and 40% among immigrants. The city is bilingual Dutch-French and I would never accept help from a shop assistant who doesn't speak my language, so it's difficult to work here as a foreigner unless you only work with foreigners. That would be at the European institutions, so forget it. The city is very expensive, and the most dangerous (or only dangerous city) in Northern Belgium. And forget about learning French in two months. It's not even French here, it's a Walloon dialect! For night life, better go to the college towns Leuven and Gent, and the city of Antwerpen, Belgium's most populous city.
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Tuesday, May 1, 2012
Please help me something on Belgium? its very critical condition?
Please help me something on Belgium? its very critical condition?
Dear Experts this is ram, My wife is studying in Belgium. She has got student permit in Belgium. She wants me to go there and stay with her in Belgium during her stay over there. I wanted to ask you if this is possible or not. If this is possible then what process I must follow and what are the necessary documents that are required? If i cannot go and stay with her for longer time then can I go there and visit her once? It is already more than 1 year that i have not seen her. Can you please explain me in detail about the process and requirements under both the cases. I am waiting for your kind response
Belgium - 3 Answers
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It's been one year and you've never taken the actual effort to get a passport or surf to diplobel.us and go on holiday there? Belgium is not a communist dictatorship, it's a free country.
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A. You can come to Belgium any time you like as a tourist for 3 months which you can prolong another 3 months. After 1year of inaction and indifference it is now a critical situation? You want us to believe that?
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You can go to Belgium for 3 months and then you need to go back home or make the necessary steps with immigration to have a longer permit of residence. Just go to the Belgian embassy they will tell you what to do.
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Dear Experts this is ram, My wife is studying in Belgium. She has got student permit in Belgium. She wants me to go there and stay with her in Belgium during her stay over there. I wanted to ask you if this is possible or not. If this is possible then what process I must follow and what are the necessary documents that are required? If i cannot go and stay with her for longer time then can I go there and visit her once? It is already more than 1 year that i have not seen her. Can you please explain me in detail about the process and requirements under both the cases. I am waiting for your kind response
Belgium - 3 Answers
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It's been one year and you've never taken the actual effort to get a passport or surf to diplobel.us and go on holiday there? Belgium is not a communist dictatorship, it's a free country.
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A. You can come to Belgium any time you like as a tourist for 3 months which you can prolong another 3 months. After 1year of inaction and indifference it is now a critical situation? You want us to believe that?
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You can go to Belgium for 3 months and then you need to go back home or make the necessary steps with immigration to have a longer permit of residence. Just go to the Belgian embassy they will tell you what to do.
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Saturday, April 28, 2012
What is a good country to go as interchange student?
What is a good country to go as interchange student?
these r the countries i can go to sorry for any mistakes...... * Germany * Austria * Belgium Flemish * Belgium French * Denmark * Slovakia * France * Italy * Norway * Switzerland * Turkey * Australia * Hong Kong * Japan * Philippines * Malaysia * New Zealand * Thailand * Brazil * Canada * United States
Home Schooling - 2 Answers
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google it i am sure that you will be able to find some legit answers on google or bing search engines
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Personally I would lean towards Australia or New Zealand. I think the culture there is interesting and it's not real likely that there will be any fighting between different religious or political groups.
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Saturday, April 14, 2012
Language for foreign students in belgium.?
Language for foreign students in belgium.?
Are there any kind of language courses for foreigners who come to belgium for studying? If there are, are they obligatory(part of the studying program) or optional?and how long will they be? Thanx
Studying Abroad - 1 Answers
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Brussels, as capital of Europe is a very international city and offers a lot of different language courses for foreigners. In certain rare case, they could be obligatory to have access to certain university programmes where you will have to prove that you understand correctly French or Dutch in order to get accepted. You should first ask to the university/High School where you want to register but remember that severallectures, especially at the Master level, are given in English. If you are looking for good level languages classes at a cheap price, the well subsidised and top level universities often offers such opportunity .
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Are there any kind of language courses for foreigners who come to belgium for studying? If there are, are they obligatory(part of the studying program) or optional?and how long will they be? Thanx
Studying Abroad - 1 Answers
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Brussels, as capital of Europe is a very international city and offers a lot of different language courses for foreigners. In certain rare case, they could be obligatory to have access to certain university programmes where you will have to prove that you understand correctly French or Dutch in order to get accepted. You should first ask to the university/High School where you want to register but remember that severallectures, especially at the Master level, are given in English. If you are looking for good level languages classes at a cheap price, the well subsidised and top level universities often offers such opportunity .
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Saturday, April 7, 2012
HIGH SCHOOL FOREIGN EXCHANGE STUDENT QUESTIONS?
HIGH SCHOOL FOREIGN EXCHANGE STUDENT QUESTIONS?
Im going to be 15 in february and i am in 9th grade in California,USA. I really want to be an exchange student to Belgium, England(if possible), New Zealand, or Norway. But i have a few questions. -What programs are like official programs and reliable -How do i convince my parents to let me go? -How do i convince them that i can do it and not want to come home? -How do i raise the money? -On some of the programs applications to submit the pre-application thing it cost money but some of them are nonrefundable. why is that? What if you dont get accepted? -How likely is it that you will get accepted. -What happens when you first arrive in the country? Please answer as much as you can thank you:)
Studying Abroad - 1 Answers
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Studying abroad in those countries is a great idea! I'm a study abroad advisor for AYUSA Study Abroad, and while we do offer several programs in Europe, we don't have any programs in those specific countries. To answer your questions: - To find out a list of reputable study abroad companies, check out the Council on Standard for International Educational Travel (CSIET) website - A lot of students have a hard time convincing their parents to let them study abroad, and I actually answered that question to another person on Yahoo Answers. Check it out at: http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=Ahd6t7IHPw8qfRbmCAZ7jLrty6IX;_ylv=3?qid=20101031111926AAitZk4. - Study abroad can cost a lot, but there are some ways for you to help fund your trip. You can check out some options at AYUSA's fundraising page (link below). - Yes, you are right, some programs require you to submit a deposit with your application submission. The fee to apply varies from company to company, and the reasons why you are charged this fee are because 1) it takes a lot of time to process your application and 2) study abroad companies want students who are truly serious about study abroad (in other words, if you weren't serious about study abroad, you wouldn't be willing to pay the deposit fee). With AYUSA, we have a $500 application fee that goes towards your total program price. However, if you don't get accepted into any of our programs or you decide to cancel your application (within two weeks) you will receive everything but $150 back. This $150 is still charged to you because of the application processing. If other companies are charging you a nonrefundable pre-application fee, it's probably a smaller amount. - Here is a list of AYUSA's minimum requirements (other companies are more or less the same): 1) Be high school student 2) 15-18 years old 3) 2.5GPA on a 4.0 scale (exceptions considered on a case-by-case basis) 4) meet language requirement (different from country to country) 5) Sound and stable mental and physical health 6) Responsible, mature, adaptable, resilient, and excited about cultural exchange 7) Have parent & school support AYUSA is selective of their students, but if you meet those above requirements and display that you are really ready to study abroad (number 6!!) then you will be a great candidate. Whatever company you do choose to go with, make sure you talk to your high school guidance counselor and see how studying abroad can fit into your graduation! Your school may have more information about local scholarships that you could apply to as well. I hope I answered at least a few of your questions! Good luck!
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Sunday, April 1, 2012
What is the best club/discoteque in Brussels, Belgium (FUSE?)?
What is the best club/discoteque in Brussels, Belgium (FUSE?)?
We are four university students wondering what is the best club in Brussels, to dance and meet young travelers and europeans. We heard FUSE was a crazy fun club, but it may be gay? Its cool if it is, just not exactly what we're looking for.
Belgium - 1 Answers
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I'm not familiar with FUSE, but if you want to meet young travelers and Europeans who enjoy European life, (performing) arts, and care about current issues you can go to this bar in Merode called akaZOE. They have live music, indie concerts, MCs & DJs, open mic night, and other art presentations. Their visitors are very international and fun people to get to know. They have dance nights as well but you may want to check their agenda first. You can do that by logging on to their website www.akazoe.be and adding them on MySpace/Facebook; I think the guys in charge of it are called Liam and Steve.
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We are four university students wondering what is the best club in Brussels, to dance and meet young travelers and europeans. We heard FUSE was a crazy fun club, but it may be gay? Its cool if it is, just not exactly what we're looking for.
Belgium - 1 Answers
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I'm not familiar with FUSE, but if you want to meet young travelers and Europeans who enjoy European life, (performing) arts, and care about current issues you can go to this bar in Merode called akaZOE. They have live music, indie concerts, MCs & DJs, open mic night, and other art presentations. Their visitors are very international and fun people to get to know. They have dance nights as well but you may want to check their agenda first. You can do that by logging on to their website www.akazoe.be and adding them on MySpace/Facebook; I think the guys in charge of it are called Liam and Steve.
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Wednesday, March 28, 2012
hat is the best club/discoteque in Brussels, Belgium (FUSE?)?
What is the best club/discoteque in Brussels, Belgium (FUSE?)?
We are four university students wondering what is the best club in Brussels, to dance and meet young travelers and europeans. We heard FUSE was a crazy fun club, but it may be gay? Its cool if it is, just not exactly what we're looking for.
Belgium - 1 Answers
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I'm not familiar with FUSE, but if you want to meet young travelers and Europeans who enjoy European life, (performing) arts, and care about current issues you can go to this bar in Merode called akaZOE. They have live music, indie concerts, MCs & DJs, open mic night, and other art presentations. Their visitors are very international and fun people to get to know. They have dance nights as well but you may want to check their agenda first. You can do that by logging on to their website www.akazoe.be and adding them on MySpace/Facebook; I think the guys in charge of it are called Liam and Steve.
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We are four university students wondering what is the best club in Brussels, to dance and meet young travelers and europeans. We heard FUSE was a crazy fun club, but it may be gay? Its cool if it is, just not exactly what we're looking for.
Belgium - 1 Answers
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I'm not familiar with FUSE, but if you want to meet young travelers and Europeans who enjoy European life, (performing) arts, and care about current issues you can go to this bar in Merode called akaZOE. They have live music, indie concerts, MCs & DJs, open mic night, and other art presentations. Their visitors are very international and fun people to get to know. They have dance nights as well but you may want to check their agenda first. You can do that by logging on to their website www.akazoe.be and adding them on MySpace/Facebook; I think the guys in charge of it are called Liam and Steve.
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Wednesday, March 14, 2012
People to People Student Ambassador Program?
People to People Student Ambassador Program?
Ive been Invited to People to People Student Ambassador Program, but i don't know. Ive been getting mixed reviews like its a scam , or its great.Id like to know how much will it be , Is it as good/bad as people say, and would i enjoy myself i get to go to england, france, germany, belgium, the Netherlands, and Switzerland.. it sound great but expensive. Im sure we could get the money but is it worth it?
Studying Abroad - 3 Answers
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I got invited to that too... someone referred me or something, don't know who. But I didn't do it.
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I got a letter from People to People too! I would be going to Australia for 17 days next summer! My friend who just went to France, Italy, Switzerland, and Austria throught them, and then she nominated me:) She said that it was the best time of her life, and an experience that she will remember for the rest of her life. She said that it was definitely worth the money. I don't know what trip you would be going on (Adventures in Europe, or European Heritage), or what age group you are ine (9th-12th, 6th-8th, or 5th-6th). But, for the Adventures in Europe, the base tuition is $6,344, this includes delegate protection plan, but not your pass port and spending money. The European Heritage costs $6,844. But, once again, that does not include your pass port or spending money. Here is the link to the trips to Europe: http://www.peopletopeople.com/OurPrograms/Pages/StudentItineraries.aspx?region=Europe You can figure out which one you would be going on, and then you will know the price. And, People to People has it's own website for ideas to raise money: http://www.fundingyoureducation.org/
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I got the same letter. If u go I probably see you there. You should go to the meeting in mid September so you'll get your answers!
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Wednesday, March 7, 2012
How much is the People to People Student Ambassador Program?
How much is the People to People Student Ambassador Program?
On average, I mean. I've been nominated to go to England, France, Germany, Belgium, the Netherlands and Switzerland for 20 days from the US. Also, is it worth it? If you've been on this program, some knowledge would be great. THANKS.
Embassies & Consulates - 1 Answers
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From $5,000 to $7,000... depending on the trip. That's the reason you can't find the price anywhere. They hold that surprise until you attend the meeting.
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On average, I mean. I've been nominated to go to England, France, Germany, Belgium, the Netherlands and Switzerland for 20 days from the US. Also, is it worth it? If you've been on this program, some knowledge would be great. THANKS.
Embassies & Consulates - 1 Answers
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From $5,000 to $7,000... depending on the trip. That's the reason you can't find the price anywhere. They hold that surprise until you attend the meeting.
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