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Applications must be submitted before January 14th. This deadline is crucial as we need time to complete the selection process, exchange documents with partner districts, arrange ticketing and visas for departure in July/August.

The total estimated cost for Indian host parents is approximately ₹6,00,000 - ₹6,50,000. This includes all expenses for sending your child abroad and hosting an inbound student in India for 10-11 months. For detailed breakdown, visit our Costs & Financial Information page.

Students must be between 15 years and 17 years 6 months old at the time of application. Some districts may allow exceptions up to 6 months over 19 years, subject to their discretion. Ideal time is after completing 10th standard.

No! Non-Rotarians can participate in the program. However, the student must be sponsored by a Rotary Club (without financial commitments from the club). Some clubs may offer partial sponsorship at their discretion. We encourage you to spread the word among friends and relatives!

We currently exchange with USA, Germany, France, Brazil, Argentina, Belgium, Czechia, and Slovakia. We also have requests from Mexico and Venezuela. Country selection is based on student ranking in the interview (January 2026). We can try to arrange exchanges with other countries based on availability.

Yes, parents sending their child must host a Rotary Youth Exchange student from another country in their home for 10-11 months (August to May/June). You must provide a separate, private room (not shared) - this is compulsory. The reciprocal arrangement ensures a meaningful cultural exchange for both families.

RYE is one of the safest exchange programs in the world. Students are monitored by Rotary officers at International, Country, Zone, District, Regional, and Club levels. Comprehensive orientation programs are conducted, and host families are carefully selected and vetted. 24/7 emergency support is available throughout the exchange year.

First, contact your local Rotary club to sponsor your application. Then, complete the preliminary application form with all required information and signatures. The interview and selection process takes place in January 2026. Visit our Application Process page for detailed step-by-step guidance.