Fukuoka JaLS 30+ Fukuoka, Japan
Co-working/co-learning space Q, Amu Plaza Hakata B1F, 1-1 Hakata Station Chuo-gai, Hakata-ku - 812-0012 Fukuoka - see on mapPay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
- Convenient location on the 1st basement floor of Hakata Station.
- Award winning JaLS GROUP since 2015.
- Small class sizes
What we dislike about the school
- An older average age per class than in other schools in the same city.
Venue: Fukuoka JALS is located in the Hakata Ward of the city of Fukuoka. Near to the port and the main attractions of Hakata Ward, once a city in its own right, the school is about a 10 minute trip by public transport to the main downtown area. Nearby attractions within walking distance include the Hakazakigu and Kushida shrines, the Shofukuji Temple and the Canal City shopping centre. The school is on a direct line to the Fukuoka Airport, and travel between the two takes 10 minutes.
Focused study: Fukuoka JALS is a school specialising in language learning for adults over 30. Classes are small and, in a group of like-minded students, learning can be quick paced. The biggest difference between this school and other JALS schools is that the curriculum and activities have been adapted thematically for adult students. The Fukuoka campus is small, with a maximum of 50 students at any given time, allowing for a more individualised attention to all students.
Getting around: The school is literally connected to Kyushu’s main train station, Hakata, so getting around Fukuoka and nearby destinations is simple. Both intercity and suburban trains as well as the subway all stop here.
Study Options: In keeping with Fukuoka JALS’ mandate of themed programmes adapted to adult students 30+, they offer short-term study options which include Standard Japanese, Business Japanese, JLPT exam preparation, and Language and Culture courses. The Language and Culture courses follow a season based theme, as well as general.
Japanese Courses
General Language
Standard Course
15 lessons per week | 6 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from¥39,000¥37,050 / week More
Standard Course
15 lessons per week | 6 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
¥39,000¥37,050 / week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (¥) Our price (¥) | 39,000 37,050 | 78,000 74,100 | 117,000 111,150 | 156,000 148,200 | 191,100 181,545 | 226,200 214,890 | 261,300 248,235 | 296,400 281,580 | 331,500 314,925 | 366,600 348,270 | 436,800 414,960 |
| Price in US$ | 235 | 470 | 705 | 940 | 1,152 | 1,363 | 1,575 | 1,786 | 1,998 | 2,209 | 2,632 |
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- Starting dates
- For all levels except of absolute beginners:Every MondaySee starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a Japanese course before:
05 Jan 2026, 02 Feb 2026, 02 Mar 2026, 30 Mar 2026, 04 May 2026, 01 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 07 Sep 2026, 05 Oct 2026, 02 Nov 2026, 30 Nov 2026
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 3 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 12:20 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 30 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 6 / Average: 5
- Lesson duration
- 50 min
Student reviews about "Standard Course" at Fukuoka JaLS 30+
Maike
"Too inflexible."
Eva Louise
"I've found the standard course to already be pretty intense, so don't worry that you'll not be learning enough. "
Additional information for all courses
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Standard Course + Private Lessons 21 lessons per week | 6 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from¥72,000¥68,400 / week More
Standard Course + Private Lessons
21 lessons per week | 6 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
¥72,000¥68,400 / week
More
FREE changes
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (¥) Our price (¥) | 72,000 68,400 | 144,000 136,800 | 216,000 205,200 | 288,000 273,600 | 352,800 335,160 | 417,600 396,720 | 482,400 458,280 | 547,200 519,840 | 612,000 581,400 | 676,800 642,960 | 806,400 766,080 |
| Price in US$ | 434 | 868 | 1,302 | 1,736 | 2,126 | 2,517 | 2,907 | 3,298 | 3,688 | 4,078 | 4,859 |
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- Starting dates
- For all levels except of absolute beginners:Every MondaySee starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a Japanese course before:
05 Jan 2026, 02 Feb 2026, 02 Mar 2026, 30 Mar 2026, 04 May 2026, 01 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 07 Sep 2026, 05 Oct 2026, 02 Nov 2026, 30 Nov 2026
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 4-5 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 12:20
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:20 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 30 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 6 / Average: 5
- Lesson duration
- 50 min
Additional information for all courses
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Autumn Course15 lessons per week | 6 students (max)Offer!from¥47,800¥45,410 / week More
Autumn Course
15 lessons per week | 6 students (max)
Offer!from
¥47,800¥45,410 / week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (¥) Our price (¥) | 47,800 45,410 | 95,600 90,820 | 143,400 136,230 | 191,200 181,640 | 234,220 222,509 | 277,240 263,378 |
| Price in US$ | 289 | 577 | 865 | 1,153 | 1,412 | 1,671 |
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- Starting dates
- For all levels except of absolute beginners:2026: 02 Nov 2026, 09 Nov 2026, 16 Nov 2026, 23 Nov 2026, 30 Nov 2026See starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a Japanese course before:
02 Nov 2026, 30 Nov 2026
Additional information for all courses
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Culture Course15 lessons per week | 6 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from¥47,800¥45,410 / week More
Culture Course
15 lessons per week | 6 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
¥47,800¥45,410 / week
More
FREE changes
| Weeks | 1 | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price at school (¥) Our price (¥) | 47,800 45,410 | 95,600 90,820 |
| Price in US$ | 289 | 577 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 3 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 12:20
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:20 - Possible course durations
- 1, 2 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 30 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 6 / Average: 5
- Lesson duration
- 50 min
Additional information for all courses
See Availability
Summer Course15 lessons per week | 6 students (max)Offer!from¥47,800¥45,410 / week More
Summer Course
15 lessons per week | 6 students (max)
Offer!from
¥47,800¥45,410 / week
More
FREE changes
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (¥) Our price (¥) | 47,800 45,410 | 95,600 90,820 | 143,400 136,230 | 191,200 181,640 | 234,220 222,509 | 277,240 263,378 |
| Price in US$ | 289 | 577 | 865 | 1,153 | 1,412 | 1,671 |
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- Starting dates
- For all levels except of absolute beginners:2026: 01 Jun 2026, 08 Jun 2026, 15 Jun 2026, 22 Jun 2026, 29 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 13 Jul 2026, 20 Jul 2026, 27 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 10 Aug 2026, 17 Aug 2026, 24 Aug 2026See starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a Japanese course before:
01 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 3 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 12:20 - Possible course durations
- 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 30 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 6 / Average: 5
- Lesson duration
- 50 min
Additional information for all courses
See Availability
Our prices for Fukuoka JaLS 30+ include
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
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Classrooms at Fukuoka JaLS 3/8
Tea ceremony experience activity4/8
YATAI Experience activity5/8
Japanese SAKE tasting activity6/8
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8/8
Student opinions about Fukuoka JaLS 30+, Fukuoka
4.0
Overall school rating of
Fukuoka JaLS 30+, Fukuoka
Fukuoka JaLS 30+, Fukuoka
2 authentic ratings from students who booked with us
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Location of the school
Facilities
Social activities
Organisation
Course
Quality of teaching
Value for money
Accommodation
Shared Flat (apartment)
Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
Maike
60 yearsOverall rating
3.0
“The teachers were all friendly and approachable. There was a clear structure. There was a good atmosphere. The language of instruction was predominantly Japanese.”
“The system was incredibly inflexible. There were hardly any opportunities to change classes - simply because there were hardly any classes on site. Since the students in Fukuoka are mostly from Taiwan, there were mainly upper-level classes, so there were few opportunities (to switch) for the lower ones.
There was no serious opportunity to learn kanji at all. When asked, they played "Japanese dead", i.e. they kept quiet. Although we were involved in small conversations before and after class, the lessons were almost exclusively about grammar. With the exception of two teachers, pure "book didactics" were used.
Explanation as it is in the book, then two sentences, now you have understood it. Plus weekly tests that were not corrected in a meaningful way. (Since I am an English teacher, I know about these things… Motivation and long-term learning are different).
I believe that a person taking a 4-week course is in good hands there. You are then together with others who are similarly timed, which fits. As a long-term student, as I was, it was difficult. I was put on a course that was too difficult at the beginning - simply because the one that was more suitable for me was actually full (which I only realised later).
When I pulled the ripcord after a few weeks, I had to go to an absolute beginners course. That was very unsatisfactory for another four weeks.
The private lessons I had booked beforehand to try and keep up were not very helpful: nice, but not prepared, far too expensive for virtually no help.
Some of the activities were appealing. However, they never went beyond "doing". You didn't get any background information on cultural particularities (because that's what it was all about).
The school is located in the basement of the train station. No daylight, the train rattles overhead, the air was often bad in the tiny rooms.”
There was no serious opportunity to learn kanji at all. When asked, they played "Japanese dead", i.e. they kept quiet. Although we were involved in small conversations before and after class, the lessons were almost exclusively about grammar. With the exception of two teachers, pure "book didactics" were used.
Explanation as it is in the book, then two sentences, now you have understood it. Plus weekly tests that were not corrected in a meaningful way. (Since I am an English teacher, I know about these things… Motivation and long-term learning are different).
I believe that a person taking a 4-week course is in good hands there. You are then together with others who are similarly timed, which fits. As a long-term student, as I was, it was difficult. I was put on a course that was too difficult at the beginning - simply because the one that was more suitable for me was actually full (which I only realised later).
When I pulled the ripcord after a few weeks, I had to go to an absolute beginners course. That was very unsatisfactory for another four weeks.
The private lessons I had booked beforehand to try and keep up were not very helpful: nice, but not prepared, far too expensive for virtually no help.
Some of the activities were appealing. However, they never went beyond "doing". You didn't get any background information on cultural particularities (because that's what it was all about).
The school is located in the basement of the train station. No daylight, the train rattles overhead, the air was often bad in the tiny rooms.”
Insider tip: “If possible, venture out on your own little trips in the surrounding area early on.”
Quality of teaching / language progress: Too inflexible.
Other comments: Unfortunately, the management changed after a few weeks. In my opinion, the current manager is hardly qualified to run the place. She speaks fluent Chinese, but has little command of English and does not have a pleasant manner (perhaps this is due to insecurity??) The woman who organised the activities, on the other hand, was a wonderful young woman.
Verified
Course: Standard Course - 11 weeks
Review date: 17. Nov. 2025
Eva Louise
32 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The teachers are all wonderful and I loved that there were so many activities that you could join.”
Insider tip: “Figure out in advance how to get to the school. It is located in the basement of the train station of Fukuoka, and it is a real maze, ;) It took me two days of getting lost and being late for class until I got it right.”
Quality of teaching / language progress: I've found the standard course to already be pretty intense, so don't worry that you'll not be learning enough.
Other comments: One of my absolute favourite language schools so far! The atmosphere is so welcoming. The teachers are warm and make you feel at ease.
Verified
Course: Standard Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 10. Aug. 2025
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Fukuoka JaLS 30+
- Accreditations and Quality seals
- Japanese teacher qualifications
- 80% hold a university degree100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
- Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
- Student gender mix
- 45% male / 55% female
- Offer for returning students
- When you book here, you will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you have already attended a course previously at Fukuoka JaLS 30+.
General school facilities
Microwave for student use
Drink vending machine
Snack vending machine
Library
Lounge
Student support desk
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Self-study areas
Business centre
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor and all outdoor areas of school)
Tourist information
Assistance with entrance ticket purchases
Assistance with organizing transportation
Free parking (<500m)
Classroom equipment
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 12
- Number of public PC workstations: 1
Facilities for disabled students
Wheelchair access to reception
Adapted for students with learning difficulty
Accessible Toilet
Wheelchair access to classroom
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| USA | 20% |
| England | 10% |
| Germany | 7% |
| Switzerland | 5% |
| France | 3% |
| Sweden | 3% |
| Thailand | 3% |
| China | 2% |
| Brazil | 1% |
| Spain | 1% |
| Korea | 1% |
| Other nationalities | 44% |
Age of students
| Percentage of students | |
|---|---|
| 1-18 years | 0% |
| 18-24 years | 0% |
| 25-34 years | 40% |
| 35-50 years | 45% |
| >50 years | 15% |
The average age outside summer is 2 years higher than in summer.
- Average number of students
- In summer: 40Throughout the year: 30
- Minimum age of students
- 30 years
- Average number of levels
- Adult courses In summer: 6Adult courses Throughout the year: 6
- Average age of students
- In summer: 35 yearsThroughout the year: 37 years
Information for all courses offered by Fukuoka JaLS 30+
- Lesson duration
- 50 minutes
- School's administrative fee
- ¥22,000
- Course material
- Generally, course material has to be purchased by all students at the school. The costs of course material will be approximately ¥4,000 per course level.
- Comments about courses
International Bank Transfer: JPY 4000.
Schools typically use Flywire for payment. Therefore, if a student needs to use a bank transfer, the above fee will be charged.- Days without class
- In 2026 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2026 - 04 Jan 2026, 12 Jan 2026, 11 Feb 2026, 23 Feb 2026, 20 Mar 2026, 29 Apr 2026, 03 May 2026 - 05 May 2026, 20 Jul 2026, 11 Aug 2026, 21 Sep 2026 - 23 Sep 2026, 12 Oct 2026, 03 Nov 2026, 23 Nov 2026, 21 Dec 2026 - 31 Dec 2026. - Level test
- A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via an online form.
Lessons needed per Japanese language level
The data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.
Airport transfer
- Fukuoka Airport:
- ¥7,500 one way
¥15,000 return (both ways)
Accommodation
Standard Private Apartment 
In high demand!
1 rating Single room, No meals 
Private bathroom
from
¥59,000/ week Show more
Standard Private Apartment
In high demand!
1 rating
Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
from
¥59,000/ week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in ¥ | 59000 | -- | -- | 151000 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 22000 |
| Price in US$ | 375 | 958 | 140 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
- Check-in
- Sunday 9:00-21:00
- Check-out
- Sunday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- One-time fee
- The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 22000¥.
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Private bathroom
- Included
- Average distance from school
- 30 minutes by public transport.
- Includes
- TV, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Private bathroom.
- Meals
- No meals.
- Minimum age of students
- 30
No extra nights bookable
Student reviews about Standard Private Apartment
Maike
"My room was quite well located, the furniture was a bit weird: small room but huge sofa, mini table and smallest stool. I am 180cm, I couldn't actually sit there. There was exactly one set of bed linen. So I had to wash in the morning and hope that the laundry was dry in the evening. Overall, there was a lack of some things in the kitchen, appliances were available.
Homestay Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
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¥28,800/ week Show more
Homestay
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
from
¥28,800/ week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in ¥ | 28800 | 57600 | 86400 | 127600 | 130200 | 132800 | 135400 | 138000 | 143200 | 148400 | 2600 | 22000 |
| Price in US$ | 183 | 366 | 548 | 810 | 826 | 843 | 859 | 876 | 909 | 942 | 17 | 140 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
- Check-in
- Sunday 9:00-21:00
- Check-out
- Sunday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- One-time fee
- The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 22000¥.
- Price extra night
- ¥4,400 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Includes
- TV, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- Breakfast & 1 meal.
- Minimum age of students
- 18
Higher-end Private Apartment Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
from
¥150,000/ week Show more
Higher-end Private Apartment
Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
from
¥150,000/ week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in ¥ | 150000 | -- | -- | 285000 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 22000 |
| Price in US$ | 952 | 1,808 | 140 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
- Check-in
- Sunday 9:00-21:00
- Check-out
- Sunday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- One-time fee
- The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 22000¥.
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Private bathroom
- Included
- Average distance from school
- 30 minutes by public transport.
- Includes
- TV, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Private bathroom.
- Meals
- No meals.
- Minimum age of students
- 30
No extra nights bookable
FAQ about Fukuoka JaLS 30+, Fukuoka
What is the best price for a course at Fukuoka JaLS 30+, Fukuoka?
“Japanese courses at Fukuoka JaLS 30+ start at 37050 ¥ for a Standard Course course with 15 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.”
What is the most popular accommodation offered by Fukuoka JaLS 30+?
“The accommodation Standard Private Apartment is the most popular among all our clients of Fukuoka JaLS 30+”
Is it possible to take a course at Fukuoka JaLS 30+ as an absolute beginner?
“Yes. The following courses can be attended as an absolute beginner: Standard Course, Standard Course + Private Lessons , Autumn Course, Summer Course”
Is airport pickup offered by Fukuoka JaLS 30+?
“Yes. The school offers pickup from Fukuoka Airport (7500 ¥)”
Which countries are students of Fukuoka JaLS 30+ from?
“The highest Nationality percentage at Fukuoka JaLS 30+ comes from USA with a 20% representation, followed by students from England (10%) and Germany (7%).”
Fukuoka JaLS 30+ offers courses for which ages?
“Fukuoka JaLS 30+ offers courses from 30 years to 99. The average age is 35 during the summer and 37 the rest of the year.”
Terms of Fukuoka JaLS 30+
- First day of course
- Students should arrive at 9:00
- Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
- Legal name/parent company
- CO&CO Co., Ltd. | Tax registration ID: 00586986
Visa Documents
Nationals from Spain do not require a visa to study short term courses up to 90 days.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
- Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
- No
- Free shipment via regular mail
- Yes
- Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
- School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.
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Students selecting the homestay option must use the school's airport pick-up service. The driver will accompany students to their homestay location to ensure safe and punctual arrival. Students under the age of 18 must stay with a host family.