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How do I apply for a program?

We are happy that you have decided to join our volunteer abroad program and experience a life of a volunteer. IFRE is interested to work with you to make your volunteer abroad a rewarding and memorable experience. Throughout the application process, IFRE works with you to answer any of your questions or concerns. To facilitate your application process, IFRE adopt 4 steps of application.

Complete the Application Form and Submit with $200 non-refundable program Deposit

Book/reserve your project at least 1 month prior to your departure date by downloading and mailing us the application form. You can also apply online. Advance application helps you to secure your placement. Each application must be submitted with $200 non-refundable program deposit fee. IFRE guarantees you a placement. If not, we will refund your $200 deposit. The program deposit is later deducted from the total program fee.

Notification, processing of application, acceptance, and details of project information

Once we receive your application with $200 deposit fee, we will send your application immediately (within 24 hours) to our country coordinator for processing. Our coordinator matches your interest, finds the most suitable volunteer placement, and makes an arrangement for room/food and other logistic supports. It generally takes 1-3 weeks. We send you the letter of acceptance and details of your projects, host family, and other arrangements within 1-4 weeks.

Preparation for vaccination, visa, tickets, and payment of program fee

Once you receive your placement details (or confirmation) from IFRE, you consult your doctor, take vaccination (if needed), apply visa, purchase tickets and make necessary travel arrangements. Please fax a photocopy of your passport and itinerary to our office. Participants must make a full payment of the program fee at least 2 months prior to departure.

Arrival, hotel transfer, orientation, start of program

We pass your arrival information to our coordinator. Our coordinator will receive you at the airport, and transfer you to hotel/hostel. The next day, your program starts with orientation. Our field staffs and coordinators are always available if you need any kind of services and supports.