Author:Faith Ventures

Visas are an important component of international travel. The U.S. Department of State offers information about requirements for Americans traveling abroad. Take a look at the country-specific information on passports, visas, immunizations, medical information, additional fees, and conditions offered on their website. You can also visit...

Short-term mission trips are wonderful ministry opportunities, but they also pose risks. Careful planning can help you anticipate problems on the field and devise ways to respond before your team leaves home. Decide the purpose of your mission trip early in the planning process. Recruit...

The U.S. Department of State is your best source for everything you need to know about passport requirements and applications. Please note that your passport application typically take 4-6 weeks to process....

While informational meetings will vary depending on the group and the trip, here's an outline of the information that typically needs to be covered. Overview of the Mission Trip Explain the need – use current events to emphasize the issues Ministry – explain what the trip...

A common conversation amongst mission travelers is what to bring overseas. Although packing lists vary greatly from trip to trip and person to person, there are a few things that should be found in as many bags as possible to ensure safety and comfort. The Basics First-aid...

Create a “master folder” for the team leader that contains vital paperwork and information. It should include: Photocopies of team’s passports and visas, if applicable Passport-sized photos of each traveler Emergency contact information for each traveler Information on special medical needs Medical release forms Insurance...

Having your personal items lost or stolen on a trip can be very frustrating. If this does happen to you, know that we’re here to help with filing a claim and replacing the lost contents of your bag. To help you protect your luggage while...