Volunteer in Thailand

As we have limited spots available in our programs and we serve on first come first basis, it is recommended that potential volunteers book their programs well in advance to get confirmed placements. You can book your slot by filling the application form online and pay the application fee of $250 You can pay your program fee later and also, in installments. However,  the complete payment should be made 45 days prior to the starting date of the program.  If you are volunteering in a group, you can also fill a group application form.

After you complete your application, your personalized ‘My Account’ will be activated.You will need to upload your CV/Resume along with your photo in the same. Our backend team and the placement site takes around 10-12 days to review your application. After we review your CV and documents,your booking is confirmed and booking confirmation is updated in your ‘My Account’. Some projects need mandatory criminal background check and the same is mentioned in the project info of your program. Approval of your application depends on your qualification and eligibility criteria for each project.

Volunteers are provided with the airport pick up from the Chiang Mai International Airport by the coordinator or representative. Volunteers already in Chiang Mai will be met by the staff at a designated meeting point decided beforehand. 
Please note that volunteers are provided with the airport pickup from the airport between 8 AM and 8 PM only. The volunteers are advised to book their flights accordingly.

If you are planning to come for multiple programs in your trip, you will have to pay the application fees just once. Your application fee is valid for a year's time (from the date of applying). You will not have to pay the application fees again if you come within the mentioned time frame.

For our returning volunteers, $50 discount is provided for the application fee for their next Vol Sol program.

Medical internships are recommended for pre-meds, nursing and healthcare students. These internships are designed to gain experience and insight into global health and also help you gain a mature understanding of the healthcare field. Interns are placed in the various hospital departments and work under professional doctors and nurses. 

Medical volunteering, on the other hand, is valid for all practicing doctors and healthcare professionals. 3rd and 4th-year medical students are eligible for both the projects, i.e. medical volunteering as well as internships.
This, however, is destination specific and you must consult the program advisor before booking.

As a medical intern,  you will be working under a professional doctor. You will be assisting the doctor in various medical practices, observing the processes and would also be allowed to shadow them in critical surgeries or operations. Some pre-meds will be allowed to handle the procedures, depending on your skill set and knowledge level and confidence of the doctor on you.

Some major benefits include:
Working in a live environment and gaining hands-on medical experience
Being able to work with minimum resources available and help out the ones in need
Being able to work with patients of different cultures and understand cultural dynamics of a new city or country
Being able to travel during weekends and in the evenings to explore your destination

Minimum age requirement to participate in any of the programs in Chiang Mai is 18 years and above. 

For medical and healthcare interns:
Age limit is 20 years and above
Statement of motivation is required
Interns have to submit a CV/Resume
Letter of recommendation from medical professional/doctor (you’ve worked with earlier) is also needed
Interns are required to give a list of their preferred departments, where they would like to work in the hospital

For Journalism Internship program, requirements are as follows:
You need to be 18 years and above
You need to provide a Statement of Motivation
Resume/ CV and photo is needed
Interns are required to submit 2 samples of their writings and published work

We encourage our participants to volunteer in a group. We take special care in providing you a placement and also customize your itinerary to make sure you get exactly what you are looking for. Also, we can design special group programs for groups of 5 or more. Our programs are designed to be safe, affordable and offer a great group volunteering experience to the volunteers.
 
In our experience of more than 12+ years we have enabled and facilitated volunteer program placements for college groups, university groups, high school groups, group of families, group of couples as well as groups of colleagues.

Yes, we will provide you with the Certificate after successful completion of your program. The certificate is provided on request.

VolSol volunteers usually work for 5 to 6 hours a day depending on their program type. You will have weekends off so you can go for traveling on weekends. However, in some projects, you will have to work on Saturdays as well.

Most volunteers participating in a short-term volunteer travel experience in Thailand can enter the country on a 30 days tourist Visa which is available to a majority of nationalities on arrival at the airport itself. It is also possible to attain a 60 days tourist Visa prior to the arrival in Thailand.

We can help you attain 90 days Non-Immigrant Visa as well. However, this takes longer time to apply for and requires a lot of paperwork. Please contact us for further information on the same.

Please Note: During your time of volunteering, if you leave Thailand (for example: to spend a weekend in Cambodia and Laos), it will be your responsibility to re-enter Thailand and get the relevant Visa at the border. 
Also, note that the maximum duration of Visa at the Surin - Cambodia border is for 15 days.

Although all major carriers fly to Thailand, we recommend the following: 

Thai Airways, Bangkok Airways, Tigerair flights, Dragonair flights, Bangkok Airways, AirAsia, Korean Air, Cathay Pacific, Singapore Airlines, Air China flights, Thai AirAsia, SilkAir.   

Thailand is one of the most popular destinations in the World and attracts liable travelers all around the year. The locals are friendly and helpful as well; however, it is recommended to consult your in-country coordinators before you step out alone or go to any other locations in Chiang Mai. Also, it is recommended to be with your group whenever you venture out or stay out late in the night. It is strongly recommended to follow the safety rules and regulations provided by the in-country coordinator. 

Carry general medicines with you, other than that consult your doctor before flying. We recommend these basic vaccinations for your safety:
Hepatitis A and B
Typhoid

Yes, for all volunteers it is mandatory to have a travel medical insurance. To provide the best option to our participants, we offer comprehensive insurance coverage in collaboration with a leading insurance provider.

Your program coordinator will take you to your program location and introduce you to everyone after giving you a basic orientation about the program/city/culture etc. You will also be told about the local transportation and how to get to your project every day from the accommodation.

Lightweight clothing and rainwear is recommended for the day and warmer items of clothing for the evening (light jacket and/or light sweaters). A pair of walking shoes is highly recommended as well.

Sandals or flip flops are comfortable options and will come in handy as well.
For those traveling between November and February, please note, that the evenings can get cool, so a sweater/light jacket will come in very handy.

Medical Interns need to carry their scrub, lab coats and professional clothing as the program requirement. More details will be provided to enrolled participants in their pre-departure booklets.

In Chiang Mai, volunteers are provided accommodation in Volunteer’s house. 
Located in a convenient area in the middle of Chiang Mai city, our volunteer houses are only minutes apart from each other and can accommodate up to 35 people in air-conditioned bedrooms. Both the volunteer houses have wireless internet, fully equipped kitchens as well as washing machines for volunteers’ convenience. 
Breakfast is self-made and volunteers are provided with all the resources to cook their own breakfast. Lunch is usually at the project site and for dinner, you can go out with other participants and enjoy the Thai cuisine in one of the many restaurants in the city. 

Yes –  please do ensure that you inform the local team about your food preference and they can help you to try the best food available. Also, please do mention your specific food preference in the application form as well.

Depending on your project, VolSol volunteers are required to put around 5-6 hours of volunteer work for 5 days a week. Evenings and Weekends are free for you to roam around and indulge in your personal work or activity.

We encourage our volunteers to travel. We have designed various weekend tours which can be booked under the Add-on Tours section in your ‘My Account’. Your in-country coordinator will also help you book and organize the tours once you are in Chiang Mai. 

Some of the places you can visit include Wat Chedi Luang, Chiang Mai Cabaret show, 3D art Museum, Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, Museum of World Insects and Natural Wonders, Catmosphere Cat Cafe Chiang Mai, Wattana Art Gallery, Wat Phra Singh and more.

If you are planning to head out of the city on the weekends, you can go to Pai or Lampang or even head out to Bangkok for a short 2-day trip.
 

There are ample money exchange counters at the Chiang Mai International Airport. You can change money at any bank or at the airport by showing your passport. There are ATMs located all around the city. You will not face any problems in regards to changing money while in Chiang Mai.

We encourage volunteers to get in touch with former Volunteering Solutions participants and also other program participants joining our projects. You are recommended to join the Volunteering Solutions Facebook Page or Facebook Group to connect with other participants.

To read alumni interviews from past participants, visit ?the Meet a Volunteer section on our website.

VolSol recommends that all interested international volunteers should apply well in advance. 

As we have limited spots available in our programs and we serve on first come first basis, it is strongly recommended to apply for the program and reserve your spot. You can book your spot in the program by filling an online form and pay the application fee. 

Once you complete your application, your individual 'My Account' will be active in which you will receive your placement confirmation after which you can pay the program fees.
You can pay the program fees later as well in installments, but 45 days before the program starts.

We encourage our participants to volunteer in a group. We take special care in providing you a placement and also customize your itinerary to make sure you get exactly what you are looking for. Also, we can design special group programs for groups of 5 or more. Our programs are designed to be safe, affordable and offer a great group volunteering experience to the volunteers.
 
In our experience of more than 15 years, we have facilitated volunteer programs for college groups, university groups, high school groups, group of families, group of couples as well as groups of colleagues.
 

Your programme starts when you arrive at the meeting point of the programme from 2:00pm on Day 1 of your experience. The meeting point details will be sent to you as part of your detailed programme information and is the Phra Arthit area of Bangkok, very well know and easy to get a taxi there from either the airport or from anywhere else in the city. Please do aim to arrive between 2:00pm and 5:00pm on the day but our representative will remain at the meeting place until all travellers arrive.

The first two nights of your experience are in Bangkok, within a short walk of the travellers hub of Khao San Road, a great place to explore, and on Day 2 you’ll have an orientation session, a fun tour of some of the highlights of the city and a tasty group welcome dinner. On Day 3 you’ll transfer to Surin by train (occasionally by coach if the trains aren’t running!) and have one night in Surin town before transferring to the elephant village on Day 4.

 

All transfers to your programme location are included in your experience and managed by the local team. For the elephant experience you will transfer to the village on Monday morning and return to Surin town on Friday afternoon.

Yes, we will provide you with the Certificate after successful completion of your program. The certificate is provided on request.

The Elephant experience is pretty packed and includes sightseeing in Bangkok and then of course your time living with and learning about the elephants and the local community. There is free time during your programme to relax, soak up the atmosphere and to enjoy chatting with your fellow travellers and the local community of course – and, in particular during the ‘summer’ months of March – May where temperatures can get into the high 30C’s we make sure there are plenty of breaks so you don’t get too hot / tired!

If you are doing the 2 week experience you will have a free weekend in Surin town which gives a great opportunity to explore and enjoy this lovely area. With friendly people, great laid back coffee shops, bars and restaurants it’s a great town to get out and about to explore. Your local team are always on hand to advise on the best places to head to and to let you know what’s going on in the town that might be of interest.

 

You’ll spend 4.5 days a week in the elephant village (you transfer back to Surin on the Friday afternoon and your whole time in the village is part of your experience. Our local team will make sure that activities are planned with the heat in mind so that you don’t overdo anything and you can expect to be busiest in the mornings and then again from mid-afternoon onwards making sure you miss the hottest part of the day!

Most volunteers participating in a short-term volunteer travel experience in Thailand can enter the country with a 30 days tourist Visa which is available to the majority of nationalities on arrival at the airport itself. It is also possible to attain a 60 days tourist visa prior to the arrival in Thailand.All travelers need to complete the necessary requirements such as obtaining Thailand Pass prior to arrival in Thailand.
 

Although all major airlines fly to Thailand, we recommend the following: 
Etihad
EVA Air
China Airlines
Jet Airways
Thai Airways
Virgin Australia
Air Asia

Your safety is of prime importance to us and we provide our travellers with 24/7 in-country support. Our in-country team works to provide a smooth, safe and comfortable experience for all our travellers.

Thailand is generally a very welcoming and safe place to visit for travellers. Thai people are known for their hospitality and welcoming nature to people from all over the world and Surin itself is particularly famous for it’s warm and friendly community. Crime rates involving visitors are low although as with anywhere in the world it’s advisable to be careful late at night and not to have items of high value with you / on show. The majority of issues travellers to Thailand have are related to alcohol and we ask all our travellers to know their limits and, when going out, to go and return as a group! The key as in many countries is to always respect local people and the local culture remember that you are not in your own country so things will always be a little different!

 

All travellers to Thailand at this time are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. These rules are set by the Thai Government and are always liable to change.

In terms of other vaccinations. Whilst there are no other compulsory vaccinations needed to travel to Thailand we always recommend that you visit your local doctor / travel clinic who can offer their advise.

In general terms, Thailand and Surin are healthy places to visit. You may encounter the odd upset stomach as you get used to different food / spice levels and you should always drink purified / bottled water but Thailand is actually a very healthy place to spend time. We do advise that you wear long trousers / sleeves in the evening and use mosquito repellent to avoid bites as much as possible and mosquito nets are provided in the elephant village at night.

 

VolSol provides accommodation for you throughout your programme. In Bangkok you’ll stay in a Hotel / Guest House in twin rooms with en-suite facilities, air-conditioning and wi-fi. In Surin town you’ll stay in a small hotel, again in twin rooms with en-suite facilities, air-conditioning and wi-fi.

In the elephant village your accommodation is more simple and you’ll stay in homestay style dorm accommodation in with one of the village elders. You’ll be in shared rooms with mattresses on the floor, mosquito nets and fans to keep you cool. There are ‘western’ style bathrooms and warm showers that are shared amongst all travellers. What the accommodation in the village lacks in terms of ‘luxury’ it more than makes up for in the atmosphere and the opportunity to live in the community and so close to the elephants.

You’ll have a welcome meal in Bangkok, introducing you to some of the classic Thai dishes and also when you get to Surin highlighting some of the amazing food of North Eastern Thailand where you’ll be based. 

When you’re in the elephant village three meals a day are included to make sure you keep your energy levels high and taste buds happy. Food at the village will be simple but hearty Thai meals consisting of rice with meat and vegetables and also noodles with meat and vegetables. 

Please do let our team know if you have any special dietary requirements / needs and of course vegetarian / vegan diets can be catered for (although please don’t expect the variety of dishes you may be used to at home)

When meals aren’t included this is a great opportunity to be adventurous and explore Thailand’s famous cuisine. Even the simplest of restaurants or street food stalls will set your taste buds alight and you could easily try something different every meal for a year and still not cover all the wonderful food available. 

 

The key here is to make sure that you are comfortable and can keep as cool as possible! When you’re in Bangkok and Surin town you might want to make sure you have a pair of trousers / shirt / t-shirt for when you go out and about at night and please do remember that some Temples do require you to cover your shoulders and legs.

When you’re at the elephant village it’s t-shirts and shorts all the way – although please do note that Thailand is quite conservative and short shorts are not suitable and that t-shirts should not be too revealing!

Please do bring a swimming costume / shorts. There is a small pool at your Bangkok hotel and you’ll also be able to swim in the local river at the elephant village. However, please do note that in the countryside most women would swim in shorts and a t-shirt rather than a ‘bikini’ 
For the evenings it’s good to have long trousers and long sleeves to protect yourself from mosquitos and, during the ‘winter’ months (November to February) it can get cool at night so a hoody / light jacket can be useful.

Don’t forget a hat (super important when you’re out in the fields and with the elephant), sunglasses and sunscreen.

And shoes wise – running shoes / trainers are ideal for most time on the trip (don’t bring your newest most precious ones, they will get dirty) coupled with sandals / flip flops for the evenings and relaxing

 

Of course most of our travellers arrive with a mobile phone and we know how important being connected is to most people. It’s very easy to pick up a local SIM card to use when you’re in Thailand (you just need your passport with you when you buy it) and if your handset is ‘locked’ don’t worry – you can buy a cheap handset very easily to use during your time here.
Mobile phone coverage is pretty good in Thailand although in rural areas you might find that internet connection is slow and a little patchy – don’t expect to be streaming movies when you’re at the elephant village!

There is free wi-fi at both your Bangkok and Surin town hotels but when you’re at the elephant village it’s a great opportunity to enjoy a bit of digital de-toxing. Phone signals still work in case of emergencies but please don’t expect wi-fi or a great data signal even with a local Thai SIM card.

 

Yes, but please make sure you let your local team know when you arrive and give them full information about what you can and can’t eat.

Please do note however that there will be less variety than you may be used to, particularly in rural areas, and outside of the major cities, whilst of course vegans can be catered for, food is likely to be quite basic. Veganism is still pretty rare outside of the bigger cities in Thailand and almost unheard of in very rural areas where people tend to eat what’s available.

 

Most of your core expenses are covered but you will need to budget for some meals and drinks and any activities etc not included in the itinerary. We recommend a budget of around $100 a week is more than enough to cover most things and the thirstiest of travellers!

We recommend that you make sure you arrive with some Thai Baht or change some money on arrival at the airport. 
ATM’s are available throughout the country and accept most overseas bank cards but do note that there is a fairly hefty transaction fee applied (+/- 150THB each time you use the ATM)

When you are in the elephant village you will need to take cash with you (make sure you take some out before you leave Surin town) for snacks, drinks etc

We don’t recommend Travellers Cheques for this programme. They aren’t accepted at every bank and can take a long time to change.

 

We encourage our volunteers to get in touch with former Volunteering Solutions participants and also other program participants joining our projects. You are recommended to join the Volunteering Solutions Facebook Page or Facebook Group to connect with our team and our participants.

To read alumni interviews, visit ?the Meet a Volunteer section on our website.

As we have limited spots available in our programs and we serve on first come first basis, it is recommended that potential volunteers book their programs well in advance to get confirmed placements. You can book your slot by filling the application form online and pay the application fee of $250. You can pay your program fee later and also, in installments. However,  the complete payment should be made 45 days prior to the starting of the program.  If you are volunteering in a group, you can also fill a group application form.

After you complete your application, your personalized ‘My Account’ will be activated.You will need to upload your CV/Resume along with your photo in the same. Our backend team and the placement site takes around 10-12 days to review your application. After we review your CV and documents, your booking is confirmed and updated in your ‘My Account’. Some projects need a mandatory criminal background check and the same is mentioned in the project info of your program. Approval of your application depends on your qualification and eligibility criteria for each project.

Minimum age requirement to participate in any of the programs in Bangkok is 18 years and above.

For medical and healthcare interns, the following requirements are there:
Age limit is 20 years and above.
Statement of motivation is required.
Interns have to submit a CV/Resume.
Letter of recommendation from medical professional/doctor you’ve worked with is also needed
Interns are required to give a list of their preferred departments where they would like to work in the hospital.

Other Projects:
For Volunteers working at the kindergarten project, orphanage project as well as women empowerment project, mandatory criminal background check needs to be provided.

We encourage our participants to volunteer in a group. We take special care in providing you a placement and also customize your itinerary to make sure you get exactly what you are looking for. Also, we can design special group programs for groups of 5 or more. Our programs are designed to be safe, affordable and offer a great group volunteering experience to the volunteers.
 
In our experience of more than 12+ years we have enabled and facilitated volunteer program placements for college groups, university groups, high school groups, group of families, group of couples as well as groups of colleagues.

All volunteers and interns need to arrive in Bangkok on Friday. Airport pick-up is provided by us from Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK). Pick up timings are fixed between 8 AM to 8 PM.

If you are already in Bangkok, we can arrange for a pickup from your local address/lodging/hotel. However, you will need to inform your in-country coordinator well in advance of the same. 
Early arrivers can check for the local services, sim cards, from the airport itself. Telco sales counter is at the arrivals area (on exiting the customs).

Yes, we will provide you with the Certificate after successful completion of your program. The certificate is provided on request.

If you are planning to come for multiple programs in your trip, you will have to pay the application fees just once. Your application fee will be valid for a year's time (from the date of application). You will not have to pay the application fees again if you come within the mentioned time frame.

For our returning volunteers, $50 discount is provided for the application fee for their next Vol Sol program. 

VolSol volunteers usually work for 5 to 6 hours a day depending on their program type. You will have weekends off to explore this bustling city.

Most volunteers participating in a short-term volunteer travel experience in Thailand can enter the country on a 30 days tourist visa which is available to the majority of nationalities on arrival at the airport itself. It is also possible to attain a 60 days tourist visa prior to the arrival in Thailand.

We can also help you attain 90 days Non-Immigrant Visa as well. However, this takes a longer time to apply for and requires a lot of paperwork. Please contact us for further information on the same.

Please Note: During your time of volunteering, if you leave Thailand (for example: to spend a weekend in Cambodia and Laos), it will be your responsibility to re-enter Thailand and get the relevant Visa at the border. 
Also, note that the maximum duration of visa at the Surin - Cambodia border is 15 days.

 

Although all major airlines fly to Thailand, we recommend the following: 
Etihad
EVA Air
China Airlines
Jet Airways
Thai Airways
Virgin Australia
Air Asia

Thailand is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world and attracts liable travelers all around the year. The locals are friendly and helpful as well; however, it is recommended to consult your in-country coordinators before you step out alone or go to any other location in Bangkok. Also, we would recommend you to be with your group whenever you venture out or stay out late in the night.

Carry general medicines along with you on your travel. Further, we also recommend you to consult your doctor before flying. We recommend the following basic vaccinations for your safety:
Hepatitis A and B
Typhoid

Yes, it is mandatory to have a travel medical insurance while traveling. To provide the best option to our participants, we offer comprehensive insurance coverage at a nominal price, in collaboration with a leading insurance provider. 

If you already have an insurance, you do not need to buy it from us. However, it is recommended to carry your insurance documents with you while you are traveling.

Our in-country coordinator will meet you at the airport for the transfers. The program coordinator will take you to your accommodation and introduce you to our team and other volunteers.A basic orientation about the program, city, culture is provided. You are also briefed about the local transportation and directions to your project every day from the accommodation.

Lightweight clothing and rainwear is recommended for the day and warmer clothing for the evening (light jacket and/or light sweaters). A pair of walking shoes is highly recommended as well.

Sandals or flip flops are a comfortable option and will come in handy as well.
For those traveling between November and February, please note, that the evenings can get cool, so a sweater/light jacket will be required.

Medical Interns need to carry their scrub, lab coats and professional clothing as the program requirement. More details will be provided to enrolled participants in their pre-departure booklets.

Volunteers are provided accommodation in the volunteer’s house in Bangkok. The accommodation is shared on the same gender basis. The house is well furnished and equipped with all the modern facilities. All rooms are air conditioned and the house is wifi enabled.

The house has a good road connectivity via BTS Skytrain system. A ride to Sky Train station would cost you around 20 Thai Bahts (80 US cents).

Breakfast is to be prepared by the participants on their own. The cooking supplies will be provided to the volunteers in the house. Lunch is usually provided at the project site and for dinner, you can go out with other participants and enjoy the Thai cuisine at any of the restaurants in the bustling city. 

Depending on your project, VolSol volunteers are required to put around 5-6 hours of volunteering work for 5 days in a week. Evenings and weekends are free for you to explore in and around the city.

We encourage our volunteers to travel. We have designed various weekend tours which can be booked under the ‘Add-on Tours’ section in your ‘My Account’. The in-country coordinator will also help you book and organize the tours once you reach Thailand. 

There are unlimited opportunities in Bangkok to explore.

There are several temples (known as Wat) – Wat Arun, Wat Saket, Suthat and more. Wildlife enthusiasts can also go to Safari World, Bangkok National Museum, Crocodile zoo, Memorial Parks and a lot more.
A walking tour of the city is recommended as it allows you to explore the Thai culture in a fantastic manner.

Also, you can explore the popular floating markets of Bangkok and savor the tastes of the delicious local food that’s available there.
 

Your program fee covers your accommodation, airport pick-up, orientation, pre-departure booklet and 24x7 in country staff support. You will need to cover your personal expenses, such as traveling, telephone, the internet, shopping, sightseeing, return airport drop, weekend tours etc. However, you should carry around $50 - $60 per week for your basic personal expenses, such as water, local transport, phone etc.

There are several money exchange counters at the airport with almost the same exchange rates being offered at each counter. Your best bet is Thai Military Bank (TMB), Siam Commercial Bank (SCB) and Kasikorn Bank. You can get currency exchanged from local shops in Thailand as well; however, keep a tab on official rates.

We encourage our volunteers to get in touch with former Volunteering Solutions participants and also other program participants joining our projects. You are recommended to join the Volunteering Solutions Facebook Page or Facebook Group to connect with our team and our participants.

To read alumni interviews, visit the Meet a Volunteer section on our website.

All accommodations are provided in twin/triple sharing basis in guesthouse, resorts or hotels.Meals are provided strictly as per the itinerary.Thai cuisine is amazing and one of the most popular cuisines of the world.

Yes –  please do ensure that you inform the local team about your food preference and dietary requirements. Also, please do mention your specific food preference in the application form as well.

We encourage our volunteers to get in touch with former Volunteering Solutions participants and also other program participants joining our projects. You are recommended to join the Volunteering Solutions Facebook Page or Facebook Group to connect with our team and our participants.

To read alumni interviews, visit the Meet a Volunteer section on our website.

VolSol recommends that all interested international volunteers should apply well in advance. 

As we have limited spots available in our programs and we serve on first come first basis, it is strongly recommended to apply for the program and reserve your spot. You can book your spot in the program by filling an online form and pay the application fee. 

Once you complete your application, your individual 'My Account' will be active in which you will receive your placement confirmation after which you can pay the program fees.
You can pay the program fees later as well in installments, but 45 days before the program starts.

Please refer to the individual requirements for the particular program you wish to join. Requirements vary for every program depending on different factors.

We encourage our participants to volunteer in a group. We take special care in providing you a placement and also customize your itinerary to make sure you get exactly what you are looking for. Also, we can design special group programs for groups of 5 or more. Our programs are designed to be safe, affordable and offer a great group volunteering experience to the volunteers.
 
In our experience of more than 15 years, we have facilitated volunteer programs for college groups, university groups, high school groups, group of families, group of couples as well as groups of colleagues.

You need to arrive in Thailand at the given program date. More details shall be provided in your booking confirmation document. Pickup is provided from the designated pickup airport only at given scheduled airport pickup times. After you are picked up from the airport you will be transferred to your accommodation.

Yes, we will provide you with the Certificate after successful completion of your program. The certificate is provided on request.

Yes, you will have free time during your program.During the freetime you can just have rest or explore the location on your own as well. You can ask for assistance from your guide/coordinator for arranging any trips for free time.

Yes, we can provide you with the necessary support and assistance for the documents for the visa. However, applying for the visa is the responsibility of every participant and you need to do it on your own and Volunteering Solutions does not provide any assistance in submitting the application. We can only provide assistance on suggesting the suitable visa for you and provide the required letters for support.

Although all major airlines fly to Thailand, we recommend the following: 
Etihad
Qatar Airways
British Airways
Emirates
Thai Airways
Virgin Australia
Air Asia

Your safety is of prime importance to us. We provide our volunteers with 24x7 in-country support. Our in-country team ensures a smooth, safe, and comfortable trip for our participants.As in any destination, all participants are advised to follow general safety precautions for their safety and well being. Thailand is a very popular tourist destination and millions of people travel to the country from around the world every year.

We recommend you to consult your doctor but the general recommended vaccinations are Covid 19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B and Typhoid.