The location of natural disasters changes with each event, as do the best locations to volunteer in relief work abroad. Therefore, countries that have been most recently affected by a natural disaster, or are consistently devastated by disasters, are the most common locations for disaster relief volunteering abroad.

The Philippines is unfortunately prone to natural disasters, so numerous tropical storms and typhoons, landslides, and flooding issues occur annually. The most prominent storm in the history of the world, Typhoon Haiyan, struck the Philippines in November 2013, and the areas affected are still rebuilding years later. As a country that lacks strong infrastructure and resources, many people are displaced by natural disasters each year, leading to a great need for relief workers nearly year round. Disaster relief volunteer work in relief in the Philippines gives volunteers the chance to work closely local communities and government bodies to not only rebuild and recuperate, but also develop plans to prevent future disasters from causing such a great deal of destruction.

Nepal faced devastation in the spring of 2015 when two earthquakes struck just outside of the capital city of Kathmandu. While these recent natural disasters were devastating and have a huge impact on the country, Nepal is no stranger to earthquakes. Similar to many other countries in need of disaster relief volunteers, Nepal experiences disasters rather regularly, so volunteers may find relief work in Nepal at almost any time of the year.

India. Nearby to Nepal, India also has its fair share of natural disasters, which are coupled with constant socioeconomic struggles, making disaster relief volunteers essential in local communities. From flooding during the monsoon season to earthquakes and typhoons, India faces disasters year round.. Relief work in India will give volunteers the chance to provide crucial support to low-income families when they need it most.