Travel with a Purpose!
APPLICATION PROCESS
STEP No. 1:  ELIGIBILITY & SELECTION
https://tinyurl.com/MingaTeachers
Enter your basic profile to being the application process.
Then, SEND a digital copy of your CV, BA/BS Diploma, and Passport to [email protected]
Then, establish CONTACT with Glen Galindo to confirm your interest with a brief interview  +57-323-505-5710 via WhatsApp
Then, a decision is made if you proceed in this process.  If "Yes," then continue with Phase II - 'Complete Your Profile' 
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  • An Invitation Letter from the Ministry of Education will be issued for accepted candidates in order to apply online for your 'Courtesy VISA.'  There is no cost for this process.  
  • Plan to participate a mandadory Orietnation (No exceptions).
  • You are responsible for your transportation costs 'to Bogota, Colombia' and responsible for your return transporation costs 'from Bogota, Colombia back to your point of origin.'  After June 30th, the program is not responsible for your legal status in Colombia.  The program will only pay for transportation from Bogota to your school work site upon completing orientation and back to Bogota before June 30th. ​
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Enter your TOP 3 Preferences of where you would enjoy teaching most. 
Your preferences will help program managers make placement decisions, but ultimately we need you to be flexible and in a 'service mindset' ready to teach wherever you are needed most by the Ministerio de Educacion.
Note: There are 385 participating schools throughout Colombia who need committed English teachers!  Program Managers also grant seniority to fellows who have previously participated in the program, who have existing apartment leases or family-ties in communities, and who are requested back by their previous school principals.
Download this VISA application manual prior to applying for your VISA online.  You will need an invitaton Letter from the Ministry of Education prior to applying for your VISA online.  REMEMBER: You need Passport Photographs to apply online!  See manual.
STEP No. 2:  BEFORE You are given a SCHOOL PLACEMENT, your Profile must be 100% Complete
 COMPLETE Your PROFILE:  Submit the following documents to [email protected]
  • a. Proof of General Health Check-up (within 3 months)
  • b. Proof of Background Criminal Check (within 3 months) ​
    • (U.S. Only) BeenVerified.com or BackgroundChecks.com or go to your local Police Department's online process
    • Other countries - use whatever is a reputable source typically accepted in your country
    • Current Colombia Cedula de Extranjeria residents may try to use Policia National  
  • c. Proof of International Travel Insurance (Coverage Dates: Orientation start thru June 30th)
    • SECUTIVE-COMPASS OPTION.  Same providers for participants in Hearts for Change and Volunteer Colombia (SENA).  
    • Group Discount for the CUN MEN Program Fellows via Minga House Foundation.  
    • Minga House Foundation is not being financially rewarded for this facilitation.  We are happy to help! :-)
    • Coverage Amounts  (Compare with Others - Let us know if you find a better deal ,so we may reccommend them too, ok  The insurance coverage must include Up to $50,000 for repatriation of remians.  Be careful which policy you purchase.
    • How to enroll: https://www.esecutive.com/ebs/minga
    • EUROPEAN OPTION:  CHAPKA Assurance   
  • d. Proof of C1-Level English Proficiency Certification (for non-native English speakers only)
    • IELTS Equivalency  is 6.5 or higher;   See Equivalency Table
    • d. Cedula de Extranjeria (if you have one already! If not, we'll help you get one when you reach Colombia
  • e. Cedula de Extranjeria (if you have one already! If not, we'll help you get one when you reach Colombia

​OPTION: If you do not plan to purchase round-trip tickets; you may consider this option often used by experienced travelers
Refundable Return Bus/Air Tickets - Download suggested Options - Colombian airport officials will require proof that you are exiting Colombia at end of legal stay within 90 days, before they let you enter Colombia.  Unless you have the letter of Voluntariado from the Ministerio of Education, you can not show leaving Colombia after 90 days. If you are entering as a Tourist, you must show that you are exiting within 90 days. Make sense?   You are responsible for your legal stay in Colombia.  Be sure to follow every legal responsibility you hold as a visitor, volunteer, and fellow.   If you do not have round-trip tickets to prove that you are going to leave upon completing your fellowship, you will have to show them proof that you are exiting the country somehow. Or you can simply purchase your departure ticket for June 30th. Your choice, your decision.

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STEP No. 3:  ORIENTATION ENROLLMENT.  Enter all your information to ensure we are expecting you properly.
​https://tinyurl.com/orientationcun
Complete this form to ensure you have reserved lodging, meals, T-shirt, and airport/bus terminal pickup.
Download this document to obtain contacts for airport/bus terminal pickup, as well as learn other important details.
Next Orientation:   Date to be determined
Club Militar Campestre, Calle 138 # 55 - 38, Bogota  https://www.clubmilitar.gov.co/
  • First Day of Both Orientations:  Come early! 8.00 a.m - Come enjoy registration, pool use, free meals, meet the staff! Check-in early and get help finishing up with your paperwork!
  • Orientation is required by the Ministry of Education before you may enter the classroom in Colombia. 
  • Orientation dates are 'not covered' within the stipend period. Why?  Food & Lodging are already provided during this period.
  • Airport & Bus Terminal pick-up will only be provided only during first day of orientation.
  • The program will only pay for transportation from Bogota to your assigned teaching site and back to Bogota.  You are responsible for your transportation costs 'to Bogota,' and costs for your return transportation costs to your country origin.  After June 30th, the program is not responsible for your legal status in Colombia.  
​ORIENTATION WEBINAR.....60 minutes long!  Many of your questions answered!.....
WONDERING WHAT TO PACK? 
Here is a little hint to help you plan... 
SHARE A GOOD THING!  We still need more many more Fellows! 
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