Travel Information & Requirements

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Volunteer Guide

Requirements

Download the Volunteer Guide below to read about:

• Welcome to Prime Trust
• Information Prior to Departure
• Upon Arrival
• What to Expect During Your Stay with Prime Trust
• A Brief Introduction to India & Life in Pondicherry
• Daily Life
• Practical Information

During orientation at Prime Trust you will be asked to show evidence of the following requirements:

• A valid passport and an appropriate visa
• An insurance policy
• Emergency contact details
• A valid background/police check 

If you choose to leave the project for personal reasons, you must provide a minimum of 3 days notice. You will be asked to sign a copy of these terms and conditions during your orientation.

Volunteer Guide

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Useful Links

India Packing List:
http://www.travelindependent.info/whattopack.htm

Lonely Planet Visa Info:
 http://www.lonelyplanet.com/india/practical-information/visas 

General Tips for Travelling to India:
 http://solotravelerblog.com/solo-travel-to-india-tips/ 

Health Considerations for India:
http://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/india 
http://www.fitfortravel.nhs.uk/destinations/asia-(east)/india.aspx

Traveling Around India, Bookings:
http://www.makemytrip.com/ 

India Travel Forum:
http://www.indiamike.com/ 

English-language Indian Newspaper: Tamil Nadu 
http://www.newindianexpress.com/states/tamil_nadu/ 

Tips for Women:
http://www.nomadicchick.com/7-ways-to-survive-india-as-a-solo-girl/

Backpacker Guide to India:
http://www.travelindependent.info/asia-southern.htm#India

Blogger Asher Fergusson's Indian Travel Tips:
http://www.asherfergusson.com/india

Backpacker Advice
http://backpackeradvice.com/destinations/asia/india.html

Discounted Airfare Websites:
www.kayak.com
www.travelocity.com
www.priceline.com

Popular Travel Insurance:
www.worldnomads.com

Tips for Sleeping Well Abroad
https://www.tuck.com/sleep-and-travel/
https://www.tuck.com/how-to-sleep-well-in-a-hostel/
https://www.tuck.com/jet-lag/

*Prime Trust does not endorse any of the above links, companies, or information - we are simply creating links past volunteers have recommended to help you prepare for your time in India.