Launch International 2025 Peru Field Guide

check-out guidelines GOING HOME

The Team Leader will direct you with specific instructions regarding towels/bedding, etc.

CLEAN UP YOUR SPACE We want our base to look as good when you leave as the day you found it. Throw trash away. Check bathroom areas. ITEMS TO DONATE Missionaries often greatly appreciate snacks and goodies from the states. If you wish to donate leftover items to leave behind, ask Team Leader for drop-off location and times. Do not make donations directly to interns/staff, translators, drivers etc. All donations should go through the Team Leader first. You may decide to leave: Toiletries (even if partially used) Shirts/Shorts/Pants (on rare occasions - usually Africa) Shoes Unspent converted currency Snacks or food IMPORTANT NOTE: 1) Do not check-in on the airline app, unless directed to do so by your team leader. 2) Ensure you have the CBP MPC App downloaded on your phone for quick entry to the US.

carry-on & security details

Even though we won’t be going through the American TSA security at the airport, you must pack your Carry-on bag to follow TSA standards. Liquids in one quart sized bag under 3oz. Any spare cell battery packs must be placed in a carry on bag – NEVER in a checked bag. Do you have your passport? Is your cell charger in your carry-on bag? Is your phone charged? You may not return to the US with fruits, jerky, veggies of any kind. Don’ t even try. Even though you can buy them at airport stores, you won’t be allowed to bring them on the plane when you go through the 2nd gate security check (see below). You will be processed through security 2 times: the first, at normal check in; the second, is a special check-in that happens as you are literally boarding the plane because your plane is originating from a foreign country and headed to the US. This is known as the “gate security check” When you get in line at the gate to board the plane, listen to instructions and proceed through the 2nd security as directed. No lone rangers. Your bag will be HAND inspected by a trained agent that will ensure your carry on bag is safe and aligns with TSA standards. You are not allowed to take water or sodas on the plane - even if you purchased it after the first security.

USA arrival guidelines

As we land, the Team Leader will ask you to fill out the MPC app while on the airplane to expedite entry into the USA.

To make this go as quickly as possible, use the restroom BEFORE the plane lands with the understanding that we won’t stop for a restroom upon landing UNTIL we have gone through customs FIRST.

Proceed to baggage. Work as a team to collect all bags.

Your collected bags will then be immediately dropped off AGAIN to be re-scanned according to TSA standards.

Proceed to security for another TSA security check. You may be asked to remove shoes, liquids, etc.

You will proceed to US customs. Enter the Mobile App line and wait your turn to be checked back in to the USA.

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Proceed to your gate to catch your flight home!