Can all of the funding be used to build capacity in the target country without bringing people from the target country to the United States?
Yes, all of the funding can be used to build capacity in the target country without bringing individuals to the United States. In certain countries, obtaining visas can be a very difficult and time-consuming process and can limit the ability of the partnership to realistically complete its activities within the 18-month timeframe. Travel consideration should be analyzed on a case by case and country by country basis, and in light of cost-effectiveness. Applicants may find that it is more cost effective to focus activities inside the host country or in a third country instead of bringing people to the United States.
