Eligibility

Program volunteers must be Australian citizens or holders of a Permanent Residency Visa of Australia, or New Zealand residents in Australia with a Special Category Visa (SCV). Refer to the Passports, Visas, and Work Permits section of the Volunteer Guidebook for detailed considerations.

Do your research

• Familiarise yourself with the position description for the assignment you're interested in.
• Get acquainted with the partner organisation and the work they do.
• Research the country and local area, taking into account the climate and culture and other factors that may impact your experience living in the region as a volunteer.

Gather the information you need for your application

You will need:

• A copy of your current passport (with six blank pages)
• Your resume
• Qualification details
• Details of dependants (partners or children) who may join you on assignment (for assignments where approved dependants are permitted)