WELCOME ABOARD, You're Going To South Africa!
To help you get ready for departure, we've put all your pre-trip resources in one place.
YOur Next STeps
START HERE: REVIEW YOUR ITINERARY, GET EXCITED!
STEP 1: PAY YOUR DEPOSIT TO CONFIRM YOUR SPOT.
Your spot on a trip is not confirmed until we have received your deposit. The link to pay was sent via email when you applied.
Can’t find that? No problem, email us and we’ll send it right away!
STEP 2: BOOK YOUR INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS & TrAVEL INSURANCE
See below for flight instructions. Search the internet for great prices or check out our recommended travel agents to help make this easy.
Emergency travel medical insurance is a requirement! You may already have coverage (e.g., from you regular health insurance or a credit card). If not, you can purchase a plan privately or opt-in to the Justifi group insurance policy (this is done during Registration in Step 3).
STEP 3: FINAL REGISTRATION & PAYMENT*
Submit your payment, travel, and health info as well as sign off on Justifi’s Code of Conduct and waivers. The link for registration was sent via email when you paid your deposit.
Can’t find that? No problem, email us and we’ll send it right away!
*Note: An additional $150 late registration fee applies if Final Registration and Payment are not received at least 6 weeks prior to the trip.
Your Trip Details
EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION:
International Emergency Contact:
Rabbi Jamie Cowland, Jamie@justifi.org, +972 525 448 544
US Embassy of South Africa:
http://southafrica.usembassy.gov/
+27 (11) 290 3000
+1 703 439 2301 (Calling from the United States)
US Consulate in Johannesburg:
https://za.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/johannesburg/
+27 (11) 290-3000
US Consulate in Cape Town:
https://za.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/capetown/
+27 (21) 702-7300
FLIGHT INSTRUCTIONS
Arriving Flight Requirements
South Africa is far away and it takes a long time to get there - especially from North America! Your flight to Johannesburg (airport code: JNB) should depart the day before the trip’s start date since it takes almost a day to travel there (i.e., depart Monday to arrive on Tuesday).
Please book your flight to arrive on Tuesday morning into JNB International Airport. Our program starts at 10am Tuesday morning in the hotel lobby, so your flight should land by 8am to get there on time. If you would like to arrive on an earlier day Justifi can help arrange accommodations (for an additional fee) in our Johannesburg hotel — just indicate when you want to check-in on the Registration form (Step 3).
Departing Flight Requirements
Book return flights home from Cape Town (airport code: CPT) for the last day of the trip (Thursday). We will ensure that you can get at the airport by 2pm for international check-in. Note that this a different airport than on arrival in South Africa.
Want help booking your flights? See our Travel Desk for a list of recommended agents. Please take care to book flights correctly! Any fees/penalties due to reservation changes or cancellations are your responsibility— when in doubt, reach out!
Arrival Instructions
Visas: A visa is NOT required for U.S. Citizens for stays less than 90 days in South Africa. Other nationalities can check www.visahq.com for specific visa requirements.
Airport Arrival: Once you clear customs and have picked up your suitcase, visit an ATM or money changer to get cash. We recommend you have at least 1,500 Rand (approximately $100 USD) to get started. You can also purchase a local SIM card for your unlocked phone from back home in the arrivals area from vendors such as Vodacom or MTN.
Leaving the Airport: Justifi can arrange a private driver to meet you at the airport (for an extra fee) or you can get a regular taxi outside of the airport terminal. Alternatively, you can download and use the Uber app on your phone. Exact hotel information will be provided two weeks before the trip.
Questions? Let's see if they haven't been answered yet - check out the faq page
or Contact a member of our team: office@justifi.org
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