Depending on the location to which you will be going, you may want to consider taking energy bars, a basic first aid kit, insect repellent, sunscreen, a mosquito net (under $20), and a water purifier bottle—such as the GRAYL Geopress 24 oz Water Purifier for Global Travel (under $90). You can find it on Amazon.com. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our office and speak to someone in our Logistics Department.

Many (but not all) of our accommodations have Internet available, but even when available, it is not always reliable.

Most airlines allow a 50-lb bag with a total measurement of 62 inches at no additional charge.

All additional arrangements and costs will be the responsibility of the instructor.

All ground transportation is arranged by our contacts in the country.

The Bible Institute will make airline reservations directly or through a travel agency, if possible, on your preferred carrier.

Slacks and polo or dress shirt. Take a coat and/or tie to wear if you are preaching in a church in case it is culturally appropriate; comfortable shoes.

In many locations, instructors teach assisted by a translator.

Instructors will be sent the curriculum, including the Instructor’s Guide, as soon as they commit to a particular location/date.

Classes are generally morning and afternoon, with a lunch break. In some locations, classes are only held in the evenings. Once you receive your teaching assignment, your schedule will be confirmed and sent to you.

There are two instructors at each location and no first-time instructor will be sent by themselves.

The instructors will have contact information for ground personnel and a Bible Institute staff member will always be available by phone or email.

No matter where you travel, we will ensure you have access to safe water and safe food.

Types of lodging vary by location, but we ensure that each instructor has a safe place to stay.

Airfare, visas, incidentals, souvenirs, ground costs. It is important to note that obtaining visas is the responsibility of the instructor. Also, only refundable hotels are booked; however, there is always a cut-off date per each hotel’s rules.

Ground transportation, translator fees, and banking/wire fees.

First, most of your expenses will be paid in advance and almost every place in the world takes a credit card. If you would like to take some money for incidentals, souvenirs or emergencies, $200 should be sufficient for most trips. Our Logistics Team can help you plan for this as you prepare for your trip.

Most ground costs paid are non-refundable; airline tickets will be subject to the airline refund policy.