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The Application Process

Contact Office of Mission Personnel
Take the first step toward missions by contacting the IMB Office Of Mission Personnel, Initial Contacts Coordinators at 1-888-422-6461. Our coordinators will get acquainted with you in a brief telephone interview, answer your questions, explain service options and application procedures. You will complete an Information Form that provides basic biographical data.


Work with Candidate Consultant
After submitting an Information Form, you are assigned a Candidate Consultant to work with you throughout the application process.



Attend Candidate Conference
At the Candidate Conference you meet with Regional Office and other IMB Staff, have personal interviews, research job details and undergo medical examinations.


Final Preparation of Application
During this step you finalize written materials and distribute reference questionnaires. The IMB doctors review your medical reports.


Application Presented to Trustees
The Candidate Consultant presents your application to the Personnel Committee of the IMB Trustees for approval.


Appointment Week
Once approved, candidates attend Appointment Week to meet with Trustees and IMB Staff. You receive additional information related to life overseas, general orientation and participate in an Appointment Service.


Orientation and Departure
Orientation includes the entire family and is held at the Missionary Learning Center in Rockville, Virginia. Furnished quarters, meals, child care, and schooling are provided during the seven-week session. Departure date for overseas is usually two weeks following completion of orientation.


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