Resources
Revised 5/15/25

Trip Checklist

This is a checklist provided to assist you with getting your documents completed in a timely order. Please do not hesitate

to call our travel facilitator at any time.

  1. PASSPORT – You must possess an up-to-date US passport that is valid for at least 6 months from the date of planned travel and enough space for an entry and exit visa stamp. Three Strands needs your passport number and date of issue and date of expiration emailed to us. US Passport Service - https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports.html/
  2. VISA – A VISA is needed for Central African Republic (CAR). The Three Strands Team will let you know how to apply for one. At this point in time, you do not need a VISA for Haiti.
  3. TRAVEL INSURANCE – We will advise you on appropriate options for travel insurance. We'll need you to submit a copy of your travel insurance card before your departure.
  4. VOLUNTEER AGREEMENT – this is a two-page document that must be completed, signed, and in Three Strands’ possession before you can work with us abroad. A new agreement is necessary for each trip.
  5. IMMUNIZATIONS – you want to work with your primary care provider to be sure you are up to date with all current vaccines for your age group. Yellow Fever is required to enter into the CAR. You must carry your Yellow Fever Certificate with you. Check the Center For Disease Control’s website for current immunization recommendations. http://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel
  6. MALARIA PROPHYLAXIS – work with your primary care provider to determine which drug is best for you to prevent malaria. http://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel
  7. AIRFARE – Team members will be responsible to purchase their own airline tickets. The team leader will supply you with airline and travel date info. It is important that you be on the same flight, with the team leaving from a gateway city (ie. Atlanta, Miami, Chicago, etc).
  8. LUGGAGE – in order to keep shipping costs to a minimum, Three Strands asks each team member to try and donate most of their luggage space for medical supplies, medications, and team food. We find that most people are able to “live” out of their carry-on and backpack. Check with the airline for luggage allowance and costs based upon your frequent flyer status.
  9. IN COUNTRY HOUSING, TRAVEL and MEALS (Haiti) – If you are going to Haiti, you will need to submit $900 to Three Strands 60 days prior to departure which will cover: in-country transportation, three meals per day, bottled water, a bunk and electricity/internet (if the generator is working). Payments can be made via the website three-strands.org under Donations – Haiti in-country Expenses. Put your name in Other Comments.
  10. IN COUNTRY HOUSING, TRAVEL, and MEALS (CAR) – If you are going to CAR, you will need to submit $600 USD to Three Strands 90 days prior to departure which will cover: in-country transportation, three meals per day, bottled water, a bunk and electricity/internet (if the generator is working). Payments can be made on the website three-strands.org under Donations – CAR in-country Expenses. Put your name in Other Comments.
  11. AIRPORT FEE for each person - Haiti entry fee is $10.