Mexico
Mexico is a land of contrasts comprised of almost two million square miles of coastline, white sandy beaches, desert, rain forest, mountains, fertile plains and one of the world largest cities. While some regions of the country are very wealthy there is ongoing concern about inequitable income distribution and the limited advancement opportunities for the largely indigenous population of the southern states.
Volunteering in Mexico focuses on those living in poverty. Volunteers can make a valuable contribution in communities that are in danger of being left behind as a result of poverty, abuse of the environment and the lack of economic opportunities.
Participants will begin their programme in Mexico City with a welcome orientation. Mexico is the second largest city in the world and is full of contrasts from modern avenues with fancy high buildings to historical areas, middle class neighborhoods and poor suburbs.
Main Features
- Optional language classes
- Homestay with a local host family or in residential projects
- Projects: teaching, welfare and environment
- From 4 to 12 weeks
Projects
Several projects are available throughout Mexico mainly working in the poorer rural communities often with native Indian peoples. The following is a sample of projects available. Our goal is to match the skills and expectations of the participants with the needs of the local projects. Our volunteer coordinator in the field will suggest a project for you once they have your application. They are well placed to match your skills and interests to the right placements.
NEW HUMAN RIGHTS PROJECTS available in Mexico city, contact us for more information
Niños Encantados de la Barra de Potosi (Charmed Kids of Barra de Potosi), in Guerrero
Barra de Potosí is a small fishing village located on the Pacific Coast of Mexico, in the State of Guerrero, 25 minutes away from the Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo beach resort. Like any other small community on the edge of big tourist resorts, Barra de Potosi is in danger of losing its traditional identity as outside investors and developers seek to exploit its location and facilities. Now local residents are coming together to try and protect and preserve the values and traditions of their community.
"Niños Encantados de la Barra de Potosi" has its main goal to provide opportunities for the children of the village. However it also raises an awareness and pride in the traditions and folklore of the community. It began with donations of gifts and money to create a bank of school supplies for children in the village school and led to the purchase and conversion of a small house in the village for use as a children's library. Children go there to do their homework and art and drama activities and various workshops also take place from time to time. Fundraising has also resulted in the recent employment of a young teacher as the librarian and co-ordinator. However much more needs to be done to improve the building and to increase the activities and services available within the project.
Highly motivated volunteers with initiative are required to take over different tasks, from office work to homework guidance, coordination of art, language or music workshops, sport activities or reading circles. The project has few resources and facilities and volunteers who are resourceful, flexible and willing to improvise and introduce new activities are especially welcome.
This project especially requires volunteers all year around. Volunteers are welcome for 8 weeks up to 6 months.
Isla del Viejo Soyaltepec o Naxi Jen
Oaxaca has 53% of the whole indigenous population in Mexico and half of its population live close to the poverty line and a third of them still speak a native language. When the Miguel Aleman dam was built in 1947 it created one of the largest artificial lakes in the whole of Mexico. Native groups were forced to move from the mainland to a new "island" and had to leave behind their long time agricultural way of life to start fishing.
Everything changed as a result and a large percentage of the population left the region. Nowadays the community is made up of three hundred families from Mazatecan background (an indigenous native group) who speak "mazateco" among themselves, and only speak Spanish with outsiders.
This project requires volunteers all year around for periods of 4 weeks up to 6 months. Volunteers will get involved in eco-tourism activities which might include helping with the cleaning and improvement of guest cabins; teaching foreign languages, computers or administrative practices to local staff; teaching cooking and confectionery techniques to locals in charge of the community owned restaurant or help in the maintenance of the nature trails on the island.
The women's craft cooperative also need help to improve their organization, systems of production, marketing, design and quality control of products.
Assistance is also needed in the development of workshops on the following topics: management of waste; recovering and recording of oral traditions, discovering the origins of legends or festivities; first aid training and environmental education.
La Ventanilla eco-tourism project, in Oaxaca
This co-operative project in the beach village of La Ventanilla in Oaxaca State was set up to stop the killing and selling of turtles and their eggs and has grown in to a sustainable development project which generates alternative sources of income for the local people. It is located in a small beach village in a large mangrove zone just 60 minutes away from Huatulco and Puerto Escondido beach resorts. Twenty five families living in the village are actively involved in the co-operative which has among its goals to rescue the natural habitat of hundreds of species of birds and reptiles and the promotion of eco-tourism.
The co-operative started operating tours along the mangrove swamp and offering horseback riding tours to generate an extra income. They have also established a tree nursery housing 70,000 plants of mangle and other local varieties, a crocodile farm and nurseries for turtles and iguanas.
This project requires volunteers all year around for periods of 4 weeks up to 6 months.
Volunteer activities might include cleaning and preparation of the eco-friendly tourist cabins, to assist in the community owned restaurant "El maíz azul" ("The blue corn"), helping in the rehabilitation of confiscated animals and the release of newly-hatched turtles into the ocean. Between August and October, for example, volunteers could take part in night patrol canoe trips to find turtle's nests, to collect and record eggs, and to bring them to the nursery. Participants will also help in the organisation and development of workshops to recycle paper, aluminium, plastic and coconut fibre; as well as in the daily cleaning of the beach, the dock and the island; and in the planting and harvesting of ornamental and fruit trees.
Amecameca, children with special needs
This project situated two hours away from Mexico city. Cottolengo is a centre for children with special needs. Volunteers work with the kids and help with the maintenance of the centre (cleaning, gardening...) There is also a local English school where you can teach English for a few hours per week. This second project gives you the chance to do a different activity from the centre and interact with more local people.
Maya Nut Program in Papantla, Veracruz
The Maya Nut is a 100% organic, non-GMO forest product high in nutrients which grows naturally in fertile rainforest soils. The Program focuses on helping indigenous and marginalized women to find ways to produce food, to earn income and to raise healthy families without destroying their environment.
Without intervention, Maya Nut could become locally extinct within a few years. The volunteer will live with a host family in the area of El Tajin and Papantla City (pop. 50,000 aprox.) in Veracruz State. Housing facilities will vary depending on the community, but all have electricity and potable water systems.
Participants will work in the community project with native women and men in several outdoor activities. These activities might include to collect, select and dry up seeds, and set up plants nurseries and parcels. He/She might also take part in cooking sessions and promotion activities of the project in the local towns and cities.
Programme details
Arrival & Orientation
Volunteers should arrive to Mexico City where they will be met at the airport and transferred to a hostel for a welcome orientation and overnight stay. The Programas Educativos Interculturales Volunteer Program Co-ordinator will also introduce him/her to the volunteer work, goals of the program and characteristics of the area where the project takes place. A bus transfer will be arranged to the project location the next day.
Accommodation and local support
You will spend the first night in a hotel in Mexico City. During the project your accommodation will be with a local Mexican host family. Living with a local family gives you the opportunity to get to know more about Mexican culture and to improve your language skills.
You will get the assistance of a local representative during your homestay and during your time with the volunteer project. These will help you to get familiar with bus transportation, local facilities and sites of interest around the area (eg. the archaeological monuments and other places of interest).
Start dates
Weekly arrival dates: every Thursday (flexible if necessary).
Visas
Irish citizens do not require a visa to enter Mexico. A tourist card of up to 180 days is granted at the airport on arrival. EIL/PEI staff will assist with applications for an extension of the tourist card for participants who wish to remain longer.
The EIL Development Education Network
Our volunteers work and live alongside local people in local communities in some of the most deprived areas in the world. It is in response to their experiences that the EIL development education programme was set up. On their return to Ireland we ask our volunteers to be the voice for the stories of the people they worked with and to highlight their experience of poverty and inequality. Then together we campaign to make a difference by promoting global justice, human rights, fair trade, debt relief and greater equality and respect among the peoples of the world. Our goal is to see global justice and equality reach the top of the Irish agenda.
The Application Process
Applying for the Volunteer Abroad programme is a straight forward process: after receiving your application and CV we will contact you to find out more about your interests and motivation for wanting to be a volunteer. We then send your information to our colleagues in the country of your choice and they make your placement. As soon as they confirm a suitable placement for you, we will send you all the information necessary to finalise your preparations. Although some countries can accept late applications, you should send your completed application 12 weeks in advance. The earlier you apply, the more time we have to find the most suitable project for you.
What you need to do:
- Complete the application form ( Word / PDF ) and send it to us together with 2 recent passport photos, €350 deposit, and recent CV.
- Do a telephone interview (or in person if you live in Cork and/or want to call in).
- A confirmation letter of enrolment will then be sent within 10 working days.
If you prefer we can send you the application form by post.
For more information about applying to volunteer with EIL please see How do I apply? or contact Anton.
Cost & Details
We guarantee no hidden costs.
We encourage you to compare our costs with other organisations and a careful comparison of what is included and what is not included is always advisable.
What Is Included
- Pre-departure information and preparation workshop
- Airport pick up and one night in Mexico City (accommodation and meals)
- Welcome orientation to the program on arrival in Mexico City
- Placement in volunteer project
- Transfer by bus from Mexico City to host community
- Local transportation during the project
- Accommodation and meals with a host family
- Support by a local representative for the duration of the project
- Free access to online TEFL resources
- Debrief workshop on return to Ireland
- Invitation to join the EIL Development Education Network
What Is Not Included
- Cost of flights
- Medical, liability and travel insurance (available for €10 per week)
- Personal expenses
- Transfer from the host community to the airport at the end of the programme
Costs
| Duration | Cost |
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| 4 weeks | €1369 |
| 6 weeks | €1599 |
| 8 weeks | €1799 |
| 10 weeks | €1949 |
| 12 weeks | €2199 |
Please note: projects in Yucatan and Chiapas have an extra charge of €90 due to the need of an airplane transfer.
Medical, liability and travel insurance available for €10 per week.
Optional Spanish Courses in Oxaca available (incl. Spanish classes, cultural activities and host family accomodation).
Prices are subject to change and are reviewed annually in November.
Visit our WHY PAY? and FUNDRAISING pages.
Protect the environment: EIL Carbon offset system
Compensate for the CO2 that your flight will generate by helping to plant trees in Guatemala.
Stories from the field
Maeve Watson's volunteer experience working with disabled children in Mexico
Country info
History
Between 1000 BC and 1200 AD a series of related cultures with specific features emerged in Mesoamerica building up civilizations that still impact Mexican life nowadays. The Olmec World, the Teotihuacan era, the Toltec and the Mexica (wrongly called Aztec) Empire are only the most powerful and possibly best known cultures, and they deserved by themselves a complete study.
The 16th Century is known as the Century of Conquest because Mexico became a Spaniard Colony. The Colony lasted almost three hundred years, till September 1820 when after ten years of war independence was achieved.
While trying to set up a Parliamentary Republic in the 19th Century, Mexico had to fight back invasions from the USA, in 1848, and from France in 1864. Even these episodes slowed down the constitution of a new Republic; they also enriched the cultural, artistic and intellectual trends of the new nation fortifying the liberal thoughts of the growing middle class.
Between 1910 and 1920 the Revolution War took place. This war originally had the intention to get rid of Porfirio Diaz, a dictator that had remained in power more than thirty years, but ended up as a struggle among classes trying to deal with social issues such as poverty and inequality, and defined the politics and economy of the country for the rest of the 20th Century.
In 2000 the Presidential Election was won by the PAN candidate finishing with 75 years of PRI ruling. 2006 Presidential Elections have been highly controversial and despite the fact a Federal Elections Tribunal declared them clean and non-fraudulent, the third largest party in the country has not accepted the designation of the new President and started a civil resistance movement. The situation has highlighted unsolved social problems such as poverty, inequity and insecurity.
Mexico is a Federal, representative and democratic Republic governed by three powers: the Executive, with a President as headmaster; the Legislative, divided in two chambers: Deputies and Senators; and the Judiciary, headed by a Supreme Court.
Geography
Mexico is located in the North of the American Continent. It shares borders, to the North with the USA, and to the Southeast with Guatemala and Belice. The Rio Bravo, part of the natural border with the USA, ends in the Gulf of Mexico in the east, while the west shores of the country face the Pacific Ocean. Mexico is divided in six regions for economic and touristic purposes:
In the Northern part of Mexico, heat is extreme during summer months reaching 45ºC in some areas during the day. In winter time temperatures can drop below zero at night. The stunning landscape is characterized by vast desert and dry mountain ranges. Most of the colonial cities in the North shine with pink-stone buildings and lived their best times during the 19th century mining exploitation period. Nowadays important industrial areas and very modern cities attract workers from the south of the country. This area includes the States of Chihuahua, Coahuila, Durango, Nuevo Leon, Sonora, Tamaulipas and Zacatecas.
In what is so called "the heartland" of Mexico, or Central Mexico, valleys and mountains define the landscape and the climate of the region. Forests, waterfalls, lakes, rivers, springs and caves attracted the founding of important centers for trading, mining exploitation, cattle breeding and metal, wood and stone work. With temperatures between 30º and 20ºC during the summer, and sometimes below zero in winter nights, Central Mexico gathers most of the natural and cultural richness of the country, and attracts most of the labor age population of it. The oldest universities of Mexico are settled in this region, and UNESCO has declared a large numbers of cities of the following States, World Heritage Sites: Aguascalientes, Guanajuato, Hidalgo, Morelos, Estado de Mexico, Puebla, Querétaro, San Luis Potosi, Tlaxcala and Mexico City, or Federal District.
The Gulf of Mexico and the Pacific Ocean bathe the Southern region of Mexico, originating one of the most astonishing ecosystems of the World. Rich in natural resources, culture and traditions, and with a semi tropical and tropical climate (temperatures over 25ºººC) Veracruz, Tabasco and Chiapas hosted two of the most important native groups in Mesoamerica, the Olmecs and the Mayas. Its mangrove swamps, jungles and forests, important archeological sites and busy commercial harbors attract a large number of tourists, but had not been good magnets for long term agricultural or industrial investment.
The Yucatan Peninsula is formed by the States of Campeche, Yucatan and Quintana Roo, and it is world known because of its Mayan heritage, astonishing landscapes and submerged caverns (cenotes). The Peninsula is located in the southeastern part of the Country, between the Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean Sea. Its coastal wetlands and inland forests provide habitat for species in danger of extinction such as: jaguars, manatees, howler monkeys, leatherback sea turtles and pumas. Tourism development and inappropriate waste management endanger also extensive natural reservoirs and off shore reefs. There are the reasons why a number of international and national ONG's work along with Government initiatives to prevent more damage in the region .
The Pacific Coast region is located in western Mexico; it includes the States of Sinaloa, Nayarit, Jalisco, Colima, Michoacan, Guerrero and Oaxaca. The hot and tropical climate of the beaches, cool down in the mountains and valley regions of the mountain range (Sierra Madre) in the south. The region is quite popular thanks to tourist resorts such as Manzanillo, Acapulco and Huatulco, archaelogical sites as Mitla and Monte Alban, or the production of tequila and dark chocolate. Its native indigenous richness is also recognized worldwide. Zapotecas, Mazatecas, Coras and Huicholes keep their traditions and artistic heritage fighting against poverty and social inequity.
In the northwest, the Baja California Peninsula comprises two States: Baja California and Baja California Sur, that share one of the most diverse geographical areas in the country. Magnificent desert landscapes, semi-tropical and pine forests, popular beaches and not very known mountain ranges shape a distant territory where vineyards tours and gray whale watching attract many visitors all year around. Nature reserves, cave murals and old missionary tracks attract also naturalists, sociologists and archaeologists interested in preserving an environment threatened by an increase of fancy resorts and the establishment of foreign owned-factories.
Religion
Mexicans, mainly in rural areas but also in big cities, can be very religious. Catholic symbols such as the Christian Crucifix and the image of the Virgin of Guadalupe can be found in surprising places such as: taxis sites, public offices, buses, altars in corners or stores.
Most families attend church services every weekend, some others just in special occasions so it is important to respect the way families or communities live their religious life. Festivities like the Celebration of the Virgin of Guadalupe (December 12) would gather whole communities in processions and parties to celebrate the Virgin's birthday. Those festivities are more than a religious expression, are mirrors of the cultural and social heritage of communities.
In the other hand certain displays of devotion in pilgrimage sites can seem too extreme for visitors: people in their bare knees approaching an altar, people walking very long distances carrying heavy logs, etc.
Some celebrations are given a "didactic focus" to be able to include all kids from the village regardless of religion. Awareness to religious differences, if found, would be strongly suggested.
Climate
Average temperatures are 25º to 30 º C. May and September are very warm months, mainly in the coasts regions. From October to early May temperatures get colder. Rainy season vary in each region.
FAQ
Questions
Is it safe?
Who volunteers?
Can I go with a friend or family member and can we be placed in the same project?
Is the deposit refundable?
Can I combine more than one country?
How long can I go for?
When can I go?
How much does it cost?
What’s the difference between EIL’s volunteer abroad programme and others?
Why aren’t volunteers paid/given expenses?
Why do volunteers have to pay for their programme?
I would like to participate in the programme but I didn’t realise how much it would be or simply can’t afford it.
How do I apply?
When should I apply?
Can I come in to discuss options?
What visa do I need?
What vaccinations should I get?
What are the age limits?
Do I need any special skills/qualifications?
Can I work on a specific project?
I already have a good language skills – can I drop/reduce the language course?
What is the accommodation like?
Will there be other volunteers going at the same time as me?
What does the optional insurance cover?
Can I apply from northern Ireland/UK/outside Ireland?
Answers
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Is it safe?
We only place volunteers in locations where it is safe to do so. Traveling to a developing country can be challenging, but most people travel without encountering trouble.
Volunteers are briefed on safety issues during the predeparture workshop, during the orientation in-country, by the host family.
We have an emergency system in place with 24h emergency phones (in Ireland and overseas). It is advised to check government travel advice for your destination. Check the websites of the Irish Dept. of Foreign Affairs and the UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office. Also read the safety information that we send you and of course exercise caution in any country.
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Who volunteers?
EIL volunteers come from a range of different backgrounds. Our volunteers are:
- Students and young people willing to volunteer abroad during their holidays, between jobs or on a year out.
- Office workers, teachers, farmers, nurses, engineers, factory workers, waiters and just about anybody wishing to help, take some time out or just looking for a different experience during their holidays.
- Retired people who want to put their time and skills to good use.
- Apprentices and students who need to complete an internship or work experience.
- Youth clubs, family groups, clubs, school groups or groups of friends.
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Can I go with a friend or family member and can we be placed in the same project?
It is possible to apply with one or several friends, family members or a partner and to be placed in the same accommodation and project.
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Is the deposit refundable?
The vast majority of the applicants are accepted in the programme but if your application is not successful, we will refund your deposit. Otherwise, the deposit is not refundable.
Can I combine more than one country?
It depends on the combination of countries. As we are dealing with two different programmes you will have two different programme fees. We may be able to look at a reduction of our administration fees but this is a small part of the fee. In the case of Latin American countries you may be able to do the language course in one of the countries thus reducing the fees in the other country. This will depend on our office in country and we need to make arrangements with them to do this.
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How long can I go for?
Programme lengths vary from minimum 2 weeks to 11 months, depending on which country you choose. 2/3 weeks programmes are available in Guatemala, Thailand and Vietnam. Though if you choose to go for such a short period it is important to have realistic expectation as regard as what you can achieve.
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When can I go?
You can join most of our programmes any time of year. Many of them have flexible start dates. We have set start dates in South Africa, Nepal, Nigeria, India, Morocco but they have at least one every month. If you are looking for a teaching placement we need to check the term times in that country.
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Will there be other volunteers going at the same time as me?
If this is a priority for you to be placed with other volunteers we will indicate you the programmes where you are very likely to be with other volunteers. If there are volunteers going to the same destination at the same time we will put you in touch via e-mail so you can become acquainted. There may well be other international volunteers from other countries working with you. However, be prepared that you may be the only international volunteer there. This is a greater opportunity to immerse yourself in the culture and get to know local people if you are not relying on other volunteers. Be prepared that you may feel isolated or lonely sometimes. Accommodation in volunteer house and volunteer camps (with other international volunteers) are available in Thailand, Vietnam and India.
How much does it cost?
The programme fee varies depending on which country you choose and the length of programme. All the programme fees and what is included are on our website and in our country specific information sheets. To give an idea, programme fees start at €785. If the full length of language course isn’t needed, we maybe able reduce the programme fee. Our fees do not include flights, visas, vaccinations, medical and travel insurance, and personal expenses.
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What’s the difference between EIL’s volunteer abroad programme and others?
- EIL is an established Irish not for profit intercultural learning organistion
- We work with sister organisations who are members of the EIL worldwide network.
- We will thoroughly analyse your profile, needs and expectation and match it with the most suitable volunteer programme
- Our programme are flexible: placements are available in 15 couintries, from 2 weeks to 11 months with start dates year-round and a wide range of project is available
- Volunteers are placed in local projects supporting local initiatives
- We offer an authentic cultural experience including a full cultural orientation and most programmes include stay with host family.
- Safety is the first priority: our volunteers have 24-hour support in country from our National office, the local co-coordinator as well as mentors on the project.
- Our programmes fees are very competitive and cover accommodation, meals, transfers, support - with some exceptions.
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Why aren’t volunteers paid/given expenses?
We place volunteers in local partner organisations in developing countries. These organisations need volunteers because they can't afford enough paid staff and are not in the position to offer expenses/pay volunteers. EIL and the partner organisations we work with are not for profit making organisations and depend on the support of volunteers. Please see Why pay? for more information.
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Why do volunteers have to pay for their programme?
EIL and our in-country partner organisations are non-profit making organisations. The programme fee covers the cost of placing a volunteer in the project, to provide accommodation, meals, transfer and transport, pre-departure & in-country support and insurance. The projects volunteers are sent to in developing countries cannot afford to cover these costs themselves. Please see Why pay? for more information. Many volunteers cover some of the costs by raising funds. Fundraising support is available and we will send you a fundraising pack.
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I would like to participate in the programme but I didn’t realise how much it would be or simply can’t afford it.
We recognise that some of our participants are students and affording the programme fee is an issue. Many volunteers cover some of the costs by raising funds. Fundraising information and advice is available. We also have a number of travel awards and scholarships available every year. Keep an eye on our website for these awards.
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How do I apply?
Applying for the Volunteer Abroad programme is a straight forward process: after receiving your application and CV we will contact you to find out more about your interests and motivation for wanting to be a volunteer. We then send your information to our colleagues in the country of your choice and they make your placement. As soon as they confirm a suitable placement for you, we will send you all the information necessary to finalise your preparations. Although we are usually able to accept late applications, you should try to return this form not less than 8 weeks prior to your intended date of departure. The earlier you apply, the more time we have to find the most suitable project for you.
What you need to do:
- Complete the application form ( Word / PDF ) and send it to us together with 2 recent passport photos, €350 deposit, and recent CV.
- Do a telephone interview (or in person if you live in Cork and/or want to call in).
- A confirmation letter of enrolment will then be sent within 10 working days.
If you prefer we can send you the application form by post.
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When should I apply?
Although we are usually able to accept late applications, you should try to return this form not less than 8 weeks prior to your intended date of departure. The earlier you apply, the more time we have to find the most suitable project for you, and you will also need time to sort out your flights, visas and vaccinations.
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Can I come in to discuss options?
You can discuss options over the phone or if you live locally you are welcome to come in. Before you take the trouble to visit us at our offices, we recommend thinking about where you would like to go, what placement you are interested in, when you want to go, how long you want to go for and why you want to volunteer. Call to make appointment.
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What visa do I need?
The type of visa will depend on where you are going and for how long. Visa information is available on our website and on the info sheets we can post you. However you are responsible for your visa and you should contact the Irish Embassy or Consulate for the destination country in good time prior to departure for the requirements and application procedures.
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What vaccinations should I get?
For legal reasons we cannot give advice on this. Please contact your doctor or the Tropical Medical Bureau.
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What are the age limits?
You have to be over 18 for most programmes. If you are on the younger than 18 please contact us to discuss the options. There is no upper limit.
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Do I need any special skills/qualifications?
No. We are looking for people who are independent minded travelers. Living in a developing country demands flexibility, initiative, maturity and drive. Of course if you have particular skills and experience that you would like to use then we will take this into consideration when finding a suitable placement. Please see Is this for me?
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Can I work on a specific project?
You can indicate the type of project that you would like to work on and if you have a particular example in mind from our website then you can indicate it. This is not guaranteed. Our partner organisations will suggest a placement for you. They are well placed to match your skills and interests to the right placements.
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I already have a good language skills – can I drop/reduce the language course?
Sometimes this is possible – we would have to know what level you are at and check this with the national office in-country first.
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What is the accommodation like?
It will depend on the country and project, either with a host family, in a volunteer house / camp or with an independent room at the project site. It may be basic compared to the standards you are used to here. We will provide details of the family or accommodation you will be staying in before you leave.
What does the optional insurance cover?
Basic travel, medical and liability and baggage insurance. Information on what it covers is available in the insurance booklet we will send to you. We can also check with our insurance company if you have specific queries.
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Can I apply from northern Ireland/UK/outside Ireland?
- Northern Ireland: we can take applications.
- UK: We will pass your details onto EIL UK and ask them to get in touch.
- Other: Please visit Federation EIL to find the nearest EIL office to you.