Frequently Asked Questions

The FUAJ is a non-profit association created in 1956.
Through its statutes, it is committed to promoting meetings between people of all ages, from all over the world and with respect for differences. International youth meetings, in particular, contribute to the emergence of an international citizenship that promotes openness and tolerance – a strong message for future generations – and help to fight against exclusion linked to age, disability, social level and nationality.

The FUAJ, United Federation of Youth Hostels, is an association under the law of 1901. It is the French link of Hostelling International (HI). HI brings together national youth hostel organizations (such as FUAJ). It represents 2,500 youth hostels in 58 countries, making it the largest network in the world.

The Hostelling International membership card gives you access to the global network of Hostelling International (HI) youth hostels, comprising 2,500 HI youth hostels worldwide. By joining, you become part of a global community of HI travellers who share the same values through travel: discovering new places, encountering new cultures and respecting others’ differences.

The membership card is not required to stay in HI France hostels. It may be compulsory in HI hostels in certain countries; please check the HI Hostels website for details.

If you’re travelling abroad, please take a moment to check whether an HI membership card is required in the country you’re visiting. If so, you can purchase a Hostelling Internationale membership card.

There are two options available to you:

• You can purchase a Hostelling International membership card via this link.
• You can also sign up on the spot when you arrive at the youth hostel.

With this membership, you can:

• Explore the world by staying at over 2,500 HI hostels across 58 countries and 5 continents.
• Enjoy up to 10% off accommodation at many HI hostels abroad.

To book in HI France youth hostels, several possibilities:

• Destination in France : on the reservation website hifrance.org
• International destinations: You can find all affiliated federations on the Hostelling International website and make bookings on each country’s website.
• By contacting the youth hostel directly.

Reminder: FUAJ International membership card is required to stay at HI Youth Hostels.

You can book at HI France hostels without a membership card. But you will have to get it when you arrive at the hostel. It is necessary to be a member of the association to stay in HI France youth hostels.

You can get your membership card directly upon arrival at the HI France Youth Hostel or you can join with a few clicks at any time right here.

Upon arrival at HI France Youth Hostel, you will need to present your membership card or proof of membership and your ID card.

You can cancel your booking via the link in your booking confirmation or via our cancellation form in the Contact section. As specified in the terms and conditions of sale, refund amounts will vary depending on the date of cancellation.

From the moment you send your cancellation request until it is processed, you will be informed of the progress of your file by e-mail.

Refunds are calculated from the date the cancellation request form is sent or the date the registered letter is sent. In accordance with the general conditions of sale in effect at the time of your reservation on hifrance.org.

The amount of the refund fee is calculated according to the General Terms and Conditions of Sale attached to your booking. These vary depending on whether the booking is for individuals or groups.
For further details, please refer to the General Terms and Conditions of Sale attached to your booking.

In all cases, the membership card fee remains payable to the FUAJ.