Program details for 2027 have not yet been announced.
Age requirement: Between 18 and 22 years old*
Applicant should be at least 18 years old.
Official language: English
Max participants: TBA
Camp fee: TBA
Prospective students should complete the linked application and email to: apply [at] Youth Exchange [dot] CA Lions Clubs [dot] org (of course, replacing [at] with the @ sign, [dot] with a period, with no spaces to form a proper email address).
A complete application packet should include:
Completed application form (either version), preferably typewritten, endorsed by your local sponsoring Lions club and District YCE chairperson. Signatures can be electronic, embedded images, or provided separately via a separate scanned signature page.
Passport photo and family photo
Valid passport and authorization to travel to the United States
International insurance card
Introduction letter to prospective host family
If accepted, further information and instructions on payment will be provided via email.
External: For more information on the program at an international level, please visit the Youth Camps & Exchange page and subpages on the Lions International website.