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The Best Trips Start with a Bud

We make teaching English abroad simple, exciting, and stress-free. 

9 Countries | 2,400+ Participants

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐  4.65 (159 reviews)

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TravelBud's Programs

We offer 3 main programs to participants.

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In-Class TESOL & Placement

From $2799USD

  1. Get certified in the country you want to teach in
  2. Guaranteed job placement at a reputable school
  3. Dive into a new culture with in-person training and support
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Online TEFL & Placement

From $2398USD

  1. Earn your TEFL from the comfort of home
  2. Flexible, self-paced course that fits your lifestyle
  3. Job placement abroad so you can start your next adventure
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Placement Program

From $1899USD

Already certified? We’ll take it from here:

  1. Get placed at a trusted school in your dream destination
  2. Full support every step of the way—no guesswork, just go!
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Eligibility Requirements

Each country has its own set of eligibility requirements, based on its immigration processes and the general teaching landscape. 

Be sure to check out each destination's requirements to see if you're eligible.

In general though, we'll be looking at factors such as:

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Your Passport Nationality: A passport from one of the six countries that are considered "Native English Speaking countries": UK, USA, Canada, Ireland, Australia, or New Zealand.

Your Level of Education: Certain countries require a Bachelor's degree in order to obtain a legal working permit, others do not require a degree. 
English Fluency: To be a Native English Speaker.
Your current age: Certain destinations have minimum and maximum age requirements to be aware of.
Your health: We need to ensure that our teachers are in good health for the classroom and meet the health requirements of the visa process. 
Background checks: When working with children, we need to ensure teachers have clear background checks. 
Your personality and energy! We're excited to welcome teachers to our program and classrooms that bring adaptability, positive energy, and a love for working with students.

How It Works

We know the idea of teaching abroad can feel overwhelming. That’s why we’ve broken it down into five simple steps so that you can skip the stress and head straight to the adventure.

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Choose Your Program

Select your perfect destination and teaching program with our expert guidance.
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Apply & get Placed

Submit your application, and we’ll secure your job placement before you go.
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Complete Your TEFL (if applicable)

Take your internationally recognised TEFL course (we’ll take care of the details).
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Visa & Paperwork Support

We guide you through the visa application process and ensure all your documents are in order.
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Arrive & Teach

We’ll meet you at the airport and continue supporting you throughout your teaching adventure.

Who Is This For?

1. You’re looking for meaningful travel

You want more than just a holiday; you want to immerse yourself in a culture, make a difference, and gain real-life perspective.

2. You’re craving personal growth

You’re ready to step outside your comfort zone, become more independent, and grow your confidence through international experience.

3. You want to live and work abroad, not just visit

You’re excited to experience daily life in another country through teaching, interning, or volunteering—not just sightseeing.

4. You value support and structure

You want expert guidance, training, and in-country support to ensure a safe, smooth, and fulfilling journey.

5. You’re between chapters

Whether you’re taking a gap year, switching careers, or just unsure of your next step, you’re looking for an experience that offers purpose and direction.

5. You want to make a positive impact

You care about cultural exchange and contributing to communities in a respectful, sustainable way.

Which Program is Right for Me?

Not sure which program suits your needs? We’ve broken it down so you can easily choose the one that aligns with your experience, time, and goals.

In-Class TEFL & Placement Program

$43030 120 Hour In-Class TEFL

What you get:

  • 120-hour in-person TEFL course with practical training
  • Guaranteed job placement & 24/7 in-country support
  • Shared accommodation (1st month) + airport pickup
  • Lifetime placement guarantee & cultural orientation
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Online TEFL & Placement

$33298 120 Hours /month

What You Get:

  • 120-hour online TEFL course
  • Guaranteed job placement & ongoing support
  • Cultural orientation weekend + resource library
  • Lifetime placement guarantee
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Online TEFL & Placement

$44408 170 Hours /month

What You Get:

  • 170-hour extended online TEFL course
  • Guaranteed job placement & ongoing support
  • Cultural orientation weekend + resource library
  • Lifetime placement guarantee
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Placement Only

$263716 /month

What You Get:

  • Guaranteed job placement
  • Pre-departure & in-country support
  • Cultural orientation weekend
  • Lifetime placement guarantee
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In-Class TEFL & Placement Program

Online TEFL & Placement

Online TEFL & Placement

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Enrollment Deposit
Full Support: Pre-departure, visa, placement, 24/7 in-country, lifetime guarantee, Q&A, SIM/bank/airport guidance, cultural orientation, resources & more
Pre-departure, visa, placement, 24/7 in-country, lifetime guarantee, Q&A, SIM/bank/airport guidance, cultural orientation, resources & more

TEFL Course
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4 weeks in-class (120h)
120h (4 wks) – $693
170h (11 wks) – $1,804
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Accredited Certification
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Airport Assistance
Cultural Orientation
Support Network
Career & Personal Development
Lesson Plans & Resources
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See Why 2,400+ Participants Chose Us

If you need more proof of why we’re the best at what we do, look no further than the thousands of people we’ve helped live, teach, and travel abroad. 

A lot of support and encouragement

Thanks to TravelBud my dreams of teaching abroad came through!
The process to get to the destination can be quite long and time consuming but with the support of all the staff, we prepared everything. I received a lot of assistance throughout the months prior the departure but also, during the following months of my teaching. Now I am a proud teacher in South East Asia and this would have never happened without TravelBud.
In conclusion, I can not recommend this organisation enought if you want to teach in a new country.

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Chiara, UK

Teach in Cambodia Program

Unforgettable Experience

I can say with confidence that this has been the most rewarding and exciting experience I have had. TravelBud made the process of moving to a new country a hassle free experience. I was put into a TEFL program in Costa Rica where met lifelong friends and build a network in a new country. We had plenty of free time to explore and enjoy local activities. My time in the TEFL program was truly such a memorable and fun time and I will always remember it fondly. Going through TravelBud, I felt a peace of mind and overall excitement for the journey that was ahead. I highly recommend them :)

 
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Emma, USA

Teach in Costa Rica Program

I'm having an amazing time!

I am coming up on 6 months into my placement as an English teacher in Japan and could not be happier that I chose to work with TravelBud! TravelBud makes it extremely easy to begin the process of moving your life abroad, from facilitating a TESOL certification course, setting up interviews with prospective schools, and even connecting you with incredible people making up an in-country support team. Every staff member I have spoken with from this company has been incredibly kind, patient, and more than willing to answer any and all questions I had about teaching, living abroad, and the entire process of doing so. If you are thinking about teaching abroad, I cannot recommend TravelBud enough - they are a perfect resource to make the process of moving your entire life to another country as seamless as possible, whether it's your first or tenth time doing so!

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Lilah, USA

Teach in Japan (Degree Holder) Program