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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

R8330

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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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 - R2950

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

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 - R2380

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: R8330

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 - R3270

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

R8330 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 $2,175 USD pocket money from your camp!

Includes up to $2,175 USD pocket money from your camp!

R11130

ZAR

Boost your pocket money and book your own flight

Flights Available Includes up to $2,175 USD pocket money from your camp!

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

Flights Available Includes up to $2,175 USD pocket money from your camp!
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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 $2,175 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 - R4950

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

2nd Instalment - R3000

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 - R3180

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: R11130

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 - R3270

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

R11130 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

R17730

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

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.

Find you a summer camp placement.

Food and accommodation on camp.

24/7 support in the USA.

Over 55 years' experience! Est. 1969.

Visa sponsorship and support.

Paid to Camp America

Local Agent Instalment - R2950

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

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 - R11780

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: R17730

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 - R3270

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

R17730 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
New Camp Flights Included

Includes up to $1,575 USD pocket money from your camp!

Includes up to $1,575 USD pocket money from your camp!

R18750

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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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 $1,575 USD pocket money from your camp!

R17730 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!

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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