FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Thailand FAQs

Thailand FAQs

It is your responsibility to ensure that you have the correct visa for your project.

Note that visa conditions may change, and the visa depends on the nature of your project. Always check on France Diplomacy before booking your ticket and departing for a program.

Check with the immigration authorities of the countries you intend to visit, or visit www.cibt.com for advice and information on visa applications.

Who can answer my questions once there?

Speak directly to the local team! This professional and experienced team will be your main point of contact in the field and will do their best to help you solve the problems you encounter and answer your questions.

Will I be able to contact my loved ones easily?

Despite the technical difficulties, wifi is available at the volunteer base or in a nearby café, depending on the project.

Mobile/cellular phones are affordable and Thai SIM cards are extremely cheap.

You can buy top-up cards for calling at reasonable prices in Thailand and abroad. There are many phone shops in tourist areas.

What can I find on my plate?

The food is usually richly flavored with chili and local herbs. It’s easy to satisfy vegetarians and adjust spice levels.

In case of special diet, keep in mind that the food will be basic.

How do I wash my laundry once there?

Laundry services are available and quite inexpensive. Alternatively, attendees can purchase detergent and wash by hand.

What is the cost of living in Thailand?

The local currency is the Thai Baht.

Participants typically spend around THB 2,000 per week on snacks, drinks, internet and phone cards, as well as renting transportation for city tours.

We recommend traveling with cash as your primary source of funds, although it is wise to have a credit/debit card in reserve.

Additional in-town transportation and other in-town expenses can be more expensive.

ATMs are available in major cities. Only cash is accepted in the village and on the project site. We recommend getting enough Thai Baht in Chiang Mai for your stay on site (tickets under THB 1,000 are recommended).