Frequently asked questions - Nepal-Himalayan Region
Application Process/ Visa
- When should I apply for the volunteer/internship programs in Nepal?
- What happens once I submit my documents and application to Global Crossroad?
- How long does it take to process my application?
- What documents do I need to submit with my application?
- Are there any necessary requirements to participate in the Nepal-based volunteer programs?
Placement Information
Arrival and Departure Information
- Who will arrange my flight to Nepal?
- Which airport should I book my flight into?
- When should I arrive in Nepal?
- Will someone pick me from the airport? If so, how do I know about the person?
- What should I do if my flight is delayed?
- How can I get to the hotel from the airport if I did not see Global Crossroad's local representative in the airport?
- What do I need prior to departure from my home country?
- If I want to arrive earlier than when the program begins, where do I stay and who will organize the accommodations?
- When should I depart from Nepal?
- Which airport will I fly out of?
- Who will drop me off at the airport?
- Can I store my luggage if I arrive earlier than my program starts?
Living Accommodations Information
- Who will arrange my accommodations and what are they?
- Are singles rooms available?
- If I arrive with my friend, or girlfriend/boyfriend, can we stay together?
- Will there be other foreign volunteers/interns at my placement?
- What are the bathroom facilities?
- What are the laundry arrangements?
- Can I use appliances if I bring them from my home country?
- What are the local cuisines? Who manages food?
- Can you supply special diets?
- Is the running tap water safe for drink?
Health and Safety
- How safe is Nepal?
- More about Travel Safety to Nepal
- What are the principle health risks?
- Recommended Vaccinations and Preventive Medications
- What health precautions should I be aware of and tend to?
- Do I need health insurance?
- Who do I contact in case of a health-related emergency?
- Is the food safe if I buy it from a street vendor?
Money
Communication
- How do I make contact with Global Crossroad's local coordinator?
- How do I contact my family once I arrive in Nepal?
- Are internet services easily available?
- How can my family members contact me?
- Can I bring my telephone from my home country?
- Can I purchase phone service once I arrive in Nepal and how much will it cost?
Culture and Custom
NOTE: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) is generic information and should not be used as a definitive travel guide. Travel information and situations abroad change constantly. Participants should consult Global Crossroad or travel advisors to verify this information.