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Returner Costs

Explore the options below to find out exactly how much another summer with Camp America will cost you. Go back to the same camp or try something new!

Same Camp No Flights

Negotiate your own pocket money minus $299 camp fee

Negotiate your own pocket money minus $299 camp fee

R8500

ZAR

Don’t miss out on the summer of a lifetime

No Flights Available No flights included

Includes food & accommodation on camp, group international accident & sickness coverage, visa sponsorship, support and so much more!

No Flights Available No flights included
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Cost of application from 11th January 2027: R8830

How it works

There are many benefits to coming back to camp as a returner, including the opportunity to earn more. Sign back up to another summer today.

Negotiate your own pocket money minus $299 camp fee

Group International Accident & Sickness Coverage.

Visa sponsorship and support.

Over 55 years' experience! Est. 1969.

24/7 support in the USA.

Food and accommodation on camp.

Find you a summer camp placement.

Paid to Camp America

Local Agent Instalment - R3450

This 1st instalment is paid to our partner agency, OVC, who will assist you with your returning application. This fee is non-refundable. 

2nd Instalment - R3000

Paid on your Camp America account. At this stage we will start the process of verifying your references, approving your police check and getting your application ready for camps to see! EXCITING!

3rd Instalment - R2050

Paid on your Camp America account. This instalment confirms your placement, we can organise your visa forms and Group Coverage. Get excited for camp!

Total to Camp America: R8500

Paid to third parties

Police Check

You will need to apply for a police check each season. All of our applicants are required to obtain a new police check as part of the application.

Medical Form

Everyone is required to submit a Camp America medical form, which needs to be completed by a doctor. We’d love to tell you exactly how much this is going to cost but it completely depends on your Doctor.

Visa Embassy Fee - $185 USD

$185.00 USD paid directly to the embassy for your J1 visa appointment and you will pay in USD using a Credit Card.

R8500 ZAR to Camp America, plus third party costs

Includes food & accommodation on camp, group international accident & sickness coverage, visa sponsorship, support and so much more!

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New Camp No Flights

Includes up to $2,250 USD pocket money from your camp!

Includes up to $2,250 USD pocket money from your camp!

R10400

ZAR

Boost your pocket money and book your own flight

No Flights Available No flights included

Includes food & accommodation on camp, group international accident & sickness coverage, visa sponsorship, support and so much more!

No Flights Available No flights included
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Cost of application from 11th January 2027: R11630

How it works

There are many benefits to coming back to camp as a returner, including the opportunity to earn more. Sign back up to another summer today.

Includes up to $2,250 USD pocket money from your camp!

Group International Accident & Sickness Coverage.

Visa sponsorship and support.

Over 55 years' experience! Est. 1969.

24/7 support in the USA.

Food and accommodation on camp.

Find you a summer camp placement.

Paid to Camp America

Local Agent Instalment - R5450

This 1st instalment is paid to our partner agency OVC before your new camp interview. OVC will assist you with your application. This fee is non-refundable. 

2nd Instalment - R3000

Paid on your Camp America account. At this stage we will start the process of verifying your references, approving your police check and getting your application ready for camps to see! EXCITING!

3rd Instalment - R1950

Paid on your Camp America account. This instalment confirms your placement, we can organise your visa forms and Group Coverage, and book your flights. Get excited for camp!

Total to Camp America: R10400

Paid to third parties

Police Check

You will need to apply for a police check each season. All of our applicants are required to obtain a new police check as part of the application.

Medical Form

Everyone is required to submit a Camp America medical form, which needs to be completed by a doctor. We’d love to tell you exactly how much this is going to cost but it completely depends on your Doctor.

Visa Embassy Fee - $185 USD

$185 USD paid directly to the US embassy for your J1 visa appointment and you will pay in USD using a Credit Card.

R10400 ZAR to Camp America, plus third party costs

Includes food & accommodation on camp, group international accident & sickness coverage, visa sponsorship, support and so much more!

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New Camp Flights Included

Includes up to $1,650 USD pocket money from your camp!

Includes up to $1,650 USD pocket money from your camp!

R17280

ZAR

Minimal hassle & maximum fun - flights included

Flights Available Return flights package

Includes food & accommodation on camp, group international accident & sickness coverage, visa sponsorship, support and so much more!

Flights Available Return flights package
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Cost of application from 11th January 2027: R19750

How it works

There are many benefits to coming back to camp as a returner, including the opportunity to earn more. Sign back up to another summer today.

Includes up to $1,650 USD pocket money from your camp!

Find you a summer camp placement.

24/7 support in the USA.

Food and accommodation on camp.

Over 55 years' experience! Est. 1969.

Visa sponsorship and support.

Group International Accident & Sickness Coverage.

Paid to Camp America

Local Agent Instalment - R5450

This 1st instalment is paid to our partner agency OVC before your new camp interview. OVC will assist you with your application. This fee is non-refundable. 

2nd Instalment - R3000

Paid on your Camp America account. At this stage we will start the process of verifying your references, approving your police check and getting your application ready for camps to see! EXCITING!

3rd Instalment - R8830

Paid on your Camp America account. This instalment confirms your placement, we can organise your visa forms and Group Coverage, and book your flights. Get excited for camp!

Total to Camp America: R17280

Paid to third parties

Police Check

After your interview you will be given instructions of how to apply for your police check. All of our applicants are required to obtain a new police check as part of the application.

Medical Form

Everyone is required to submit a Camp America medical form, which needs to be completed by a doctor. We’d love to tell you exactly how much this is going to cost but it completely depends on your Doctor.

Visa Embassy Fee - $185 USD

$185 USD paid directly to the US embassy for your J1 visa appointment and you will pay in USD using a Credit Card.

R17280 ZAR to Camp America, plus third party costs

Includes food & accommodation on camp, group international accident & sickness coverage, visa sponsorship, support and so much more!

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Same Camp Flights Included

Negotiate your own pocket money minus $299 camp fee

Negotiate your own pocket money minus $299 camp fee

R18400

ZAR

Let us take care of your flights so you don’t have to!

Flights Available Return flights package

Enjoy a hassle-free summer at camp this season! Our programme includes food & accommodation on camp, group international accident & sickness coverage, visa sponsorship, support and so much more...

Flights Available Return flights package
Apply Now

Cost of application from 11th January 2027: R18730

How it works

There are many benefits to coming back to camp as a returner, including the opportunity to earn more. Sign back up to another summer today.

Negotiate your own pocket money minus $299 camp fee

Group International Accident & Sickness Coverage.

Visa sponsorship and support.

Over 55 years' experience! Est. 1969.

24/7 support in the USA.

Food and accommodation on camp.

Find you a summer camp placement.

Paid to Camp America

Local Agent Instalment - R3450

This 1st instalment is paid to our partner agency, OVC, who will assist you with your returning application. This fee is non-refundable. 

2nd Instalment - R3000

Paid on your Camp America account. At this stage we will start the process of verifying your references, approving your police check and getting your application ready for camps to see! EXCITING!

3rd Instalment - R11950

This instalment confirms your placement, we can organise your visa forms and Group Coverage, and book your flights. Get excited for camp!

Total to Camp America: R18400

Paid to third parties

Police Check

You will need to apply for a police check each season. All of our applicants are required to obtain a new police check as part of the application.

Medical Form

Everyone is required to submit a Camp America medical form, which needs to be completed by a doctor. We’d love to tell you exactly how much this is going to cost but it completely depends on your Doctor.

Visa Embassy Fee - $185 USD

$185.00 USD paid directly to the embassy for your J1 visa appointment and you will pay in USD using a Credit Card.

R18400 ZAR to Camp America, plus third party costs

Enjoy a hassle-free summer at camp this season! Our programme includes food & accommodation on camp, group international accident & sickness coverage, visa sponsorship, support and so much more...

Apply Now

Ready to dive back in?

If one summer on our program wasn’t enough, then get ready do it all over again as a returner! Enjoy last season’s camp or try something new – the choice is yours.

Excited for another American adventure? Sign up to learn more about this season, from how to get started on your new J-1 visa application to the latest work and travel information.

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