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Learn more about the pre-departure process: Once you accept an invitation to the Peace Corps, there are some important things you must do.

• Immediately after invitation
  • Medical clearance — Complete tasks
  • Legal clearance — Submit background check and fingerprint cards
  • Submit your Peace Corps passport application
  • Submit your visa application (if applicable)
• 3 months prior to departure
  • Submit aspiration statement
  • Update resume (if applicable)
  • Contact your student loan lender about meeting your obligations
• 2 months prior to departure
  • Complete online onboarding activities
    • Emergency contact information
    • Direct deposit
    • Student loan certification
• 45 days prior to departure
  • Complete online training courses
    • Core expectations
    • Safety and security
• 30 days prior to departure
  • Receive staging reporting instructions
• 1 day prior to departure
  • Become a Peace Corps trainee
  • Meet your training class