Emergency and Local Contact Details

Phone numbers, email addresses, and office locations for on-the-ground support staff are available on MyAvellaSights. From the first time you login, you’ll know: who are our staff are, your designated supervisor, where to find them, and how to get help in an emergency.

Project Profile

About a month before your placement starts, we’ll post a profile of your project. (We don’t give this earlier because, often when third parties are involved, details change.) This profile will include photos, the name, and contact information of your on-site supervisor, location, and background information on your project, as well as a summary of your role as a volunteer.

Accommodation Profile

About a month before your placement starts, we’ll post a profile of your host-family or other accommodation arrangement. (We don’t give this earlier because, often when third parties are involved, details change.) This profile will include photos, the name, contact details, and background information of your host-family (or, if not staying with a family, your accommodation supervisor), and other relevant details.

Packing Lists and Visas

We provide a detailed packing list for each project with includes advice on any specialized clothing or gear that you may need to bring with you (depending on your project.)

We also provide all of the relevant information for your visa application (if required). We provide the advice, forms, and supporting documents. All you have to do is follow our lead.

Financial Management

You can keep track of your remaining balance with Avella Sights, make payments by credit card, and print off receipts through our secure, online system.

Arrival Arrangements

Detailed arrival procedure is included, so you know exactly where to find us when you step off the plane.