1. Confirm the role before the route
Obtain the approved mission brief, host facility, scope, dates, supervisor, invitation process and list of documents. A travel visa does not automatically authorize clinical work.
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2. Verify passport and visa
Contact the DRC embassy or consulate responsible for your residence. Confirm passport validity, blank pages, visa category, invitation, processing time, fees and permitted activity directly.
3. Review entry health documents
Official sources state that yellow-fever documentation is required for entry and that other documentation may apply. This is an entry-rule summary, not medical advice; consult an official travel-health service for personal decisions.
4. Plan flights to FIH
Search for N’Djili International Airport using code FIH. Confirm every segment, transit-country rule, baggage allowance, check-in cut-off and operating carrier before payment and again before departure.
5. Prepare documents and baggage
Carry original and secure backup copies of approved travel documents. Coordinate instruments, medicines, devices, batteries and specialist equipment with the host before packing or shipping.
6. Fix the arrival protocol
Record the meeting point, named coordinator, driver, vehicle, backup contact and lost-contact procedure. Do not substitute an airport tout or unverified driver.
7. Confirm stay and daily movement
Match lodging and transport to the clinical site, risk plan, operating hours, accessibility, power, water, communications and rest requirements.
8. Prepare the return and contingencies
Confirm departure charges with the airline, return transfer, handover, insurance contacts, evacuation route, emergency funds and plans for delay, cancellation or mission suspension.
What the final mission pack should contain
What the final mission pack should contain
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