FAQ

Here you'll find the most frequently asked questions regarding various topics surrounding Mars One.

• A Mission to Mars
• Finance and Feasibility
• Health and Ethics
• Selection and Preparation of the Astronauts
• Technology

• What governmental system and social structure will be implemented on Mars?
• Will the mission be harmful to Mars’ environment?
• Is this a sustainable mission?
• What will the astronauts do on Mars?
• What are the risks of dust and sand on Mars?
• Is it safe to live on Mars?
• How safe is the journey?
• How long does it take to travel to Mars?
• Why Mars, and not another planet?
• Why should we go to Mars?

• Why is Mars One organizing a one-way mission?
• What’s the historic success rate of Missions to Mars?
• What happens after the first humans’ arrival on Mars?
• Will Mars One meet the exact time schedule?
• How can you support Mars One’s mission to Mars?
• What is Mars One’s mission budget?
• What is Mars One’s funding model?

• How much living space will the astronauts have?
• Will the astronauts have enough water, food and oxygen?
• Can the astronauts have children on Mars?
• What’s Mars One’s view regarding religion on Mars?
• Is this ethical?
• Will psychological issues become a problem for the astronauts?
• What if one of the Mars inhabitants passes away?
• What kind of medical facilities will be available on Mars?
• How will the Mars mission physically affect the astronauts?
• How much radiation will the settlers be exposed to?

• What’s Mars One’s astronaut crew composition?
• Which group of astronauts will go first?
• How are the astronauts prepared?
• Why will multiple groups train to go to Mars?
• What roles do views, rating and popularity play in the astronaut selection?
• How will the astronaut selection proceed?
• What are the qualifications to apply?
• Can I apply to become an astronaut?

• Why isn’t there a rover on Mars One’s first mission?
• Will Mars One use advanced technologies like terraforming and nuclear propulsion?
• How does the Mars base communicate with Earth?