Can I change host family during my student exchange?
Experience tells us that despite thorough preparation for both the student and host family, communication difficulties may arise. In some cases, cultural differences can be challenging before the family and student become familiar with each other. If that happens, the local EF representative’s role is to support both parties in finding a solution so that the relationship between student and family can continue. If conditions in the host family change so they are not able to continue hosting you, or if there is a major problem that cannot be worked out, EF will work on finding you a new host family. Finding a new host family usually takes from 3 to 8 weeks. Our first attempt is always to find a new family within the same school district.