What Documents Do You Need to Study Abroad?

There are many documents that you will need to get in order prior to your trip. Which ones do you need? How do you get them? How far in advance of your study abroad trip do you need to start applying for them? Read on for all these answers and more.

Passport: If you do not have one, make sure to apply for one at least 6-8 weeks prior to your departure in order to save money and headaches from expediting your passport. If you already have one, check the expiration date. For travel to many countries, it is required that your passport be valid for a minimum of 6 months after you are planning to return home. Also make sure there are enough blank pages left. A good website to order or renew your passport at is PassportVisasExpress.com. A helpful article: Don’t Forget Passports When Studying Abroad

Visa: While many countries do not require travel visas, there are some that do. Also, the length of your stay can be a factor as to if you will need a visa or not; some countries require a visa for a stay longer than 30 days. A good website to research and purchase visas is PassportVisasExpress. A helpful article: Travel Visas For Study Abroad

Birth certificate: You will usually need an original birth certificate to apply for a passport and some visas. If you have lost your birth certificate, you can get an official replacement copy at Rocket Lawyer.

International driving permit: This is a good idea to get before you go abroad if you think you may be interested in driving while overseas. Click for information on getting an International Driving Permit before you go.

Student discount cards: If you are a student, check out the International Student Identity Card (ISIC). This identity card is good worldwide for discounts on travel, lodging, restaurants, attractions, and much more. A helpful article: Student Discount Cards for Study Abroad

Prescriptions: In order to fly, you will need your prescriptions in clearly marked containers; it is best to keep them in their original containers. Be sure to refill any prescriptions that might run out while you are abroad. Also, it is an excellent idea to get a note from your doctor listing your prescriptions and why you need them.

Insurance: It is possible to acquire short-term medical insurance for travel, as well as flight, luggage, and trip cancellation insurance. We recommend Travel Guard for great trip coverage.

For more tips on documents and all aspects of pre-departure preparation for study abroad, download our newest free e-report, Pre-Departure Guide.

Comments

[Drilon]

what about school documents?
should i translate it to English or any following documents??