Traveler's Resources

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Whether visiting Brazil for 3 weeks or spending the next 5 years of your life as a DMA in Nigeria, GHI wants you to be prepared.

Use this section to learn more about possible travel warnings, alerts and passport/visa requirements. You should also check out our recommended packing lists and travel tips on everything from taking great photos to converting Naira into dollars, (that's the currency of Nigeria).

So look around and learn to be a native before you even leave the tarmac!

Travel Information

Passports

You will need to submit a copy of the face page in your current passport. This will insure that if for any reason your passport is lost, damaged or stole while abroad, we can send a copy of your passport to the country you are serving in.

Visas

If you do, apply for the appropriate visa as instructed by your on-site preceptor, allowing for sufficient time to complete visa processing before your departure. SIMS will provide a visa letter of intent if necessary and can provide visa assistance for a fee. Please note: Papua New Guinea travelers must apply for visas via the SIMS office due to complex visa procedures. (please contact our staff before actually applying for a visa using these sites.

Health Information

Visit the and pick your country from the drop-down list, scroll down to find information on health and security, including recommended vaccinations.

Immunizations

for required immunizations for your host country.

Insurance & Emergencies

Risk Management

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Short-term travel insurance (provide by Adventist Risk Management)

Emergency Response Service

International SOS is an emergency response service available to all travelers on a ��-sponsored trip.

Smart Traveler Enrollment Program

. This program provides you with important updates regarding the safety conditions in your destination.

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