Well, I applied for it. Sent my passport, 3 photos ($30), money-order ($115), letter of reference, banking information, travel itinerary, application form, notarized letter from my sponsor in the Congo, and return courier envelope ($10) to the Democratic Republic of Congo Embassy in Ottawa. Should have it all in a week.
Also, picked up my malaria medication at Shoppers'. I forget the name; it's the kind you take two-days before you arrive, and 7 days after you return (and once daily while you are there!). This cost about ($185).
I didn't intend to get into costs -- but there they are!
Speaking of money, if anybody reads this, and wants to make a small donation, I will take it for you and personally put it in the hands of a needy, deserving person, where it will have about 100X the impact it would have if you spent it on yourself!
Only do it if you want to feel good!
I'll even post on the blog what I did with your money!
And take a digital photo to commemorate the moment! (If only I knew how to put pictures on the blog!)
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