{"id":5622,"date":"2022-05-25T15:18:59","date_gmt":"2022-05-25T09:48:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/?p=5622"},"modified":"2024-08-06T15:59:27","modified_gmt":"2024-08-06T10:29:27","slug":"top-5-traveling-tips-for-international-students","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/tips-and-tricks\/top-5-traveling-tips-for-international-students\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 5 Traveling Tips for International Students"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/tips-and-tricks\/top-5-traveling-tips-for-international-students\/#5_Traveling_Tips_for_International_Students\" >5 Traveling Tips for International Students:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/tips-and-tricks\/top-5-traveling-tips-for-international-students\/#Taking_care_of_your_belongings\" >Taking care of your belongings<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/tips-and-tricks\/top-5-traveling-tips-for-international-students\/#Get_a_Travel_Insurance\" >Get a Travel Insurance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/tips-and-tricks\/top-5-traveling-tips-for-international-students\/#Student_Accommodation\" >Student Accommodation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/tips-and-tricks\/top-5-traveling-tips-for-international-students\/#Keep_your_documents_ready\" >Keep your documents ready<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/tips-and-tricks\/top-5-traveling-tips-for-international-students\/#Bank_Account\" >Bank Account<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Transitioning from the comforts of your city into a new country can be very difficult. It is essential to know how to adjust and find ways to have fun while doing it, especially if you&#8217;re an international student studying abroad.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Studying abroad gives you the chance to expand your horizons and learn more about other countries worldwide. But before taking that leap, you might need some traveling tips. The following are some tips for students who are planning to study abroad and want a smooth transition in their study abroad journey.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Traveling_Tips_for_International_Students\"><\/span><b>5 Traveling Tips for International Students:<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Taking_care_of_your_belongings\"><\/span><b>Taking care of your belongings<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Travel light and take good care of your possessions. Never leave your luggage unattended in public places, and never accept packages from strangers. Otherwise, you risk becoming a target for thieves and becoming an unwitting drug mule. Keep your eyes peeled and report anything suspicious to the authorities.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Students who want to stash their luggage for time being can keep it safe in a nanny bag<\/span>&nbsp;<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">while roaming around or visiting new places. Nannybag lets you keep your luggage safe whether you&#8217;re coming for a short period or have flight layovers. Students who plan to visit their home country can also use a nanny bag to keep their luggage safe instead of paying hefty rent at their apartment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-5625\" src=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Untitled-design-9-1.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"730\" height=\"380\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Untitled-design-9-1.png 730w, https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Untitled-design-9-1-300x156.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 730px) 100vw, 730px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_a_Travel_Insurance\"><\/span><b>Get a Travel Insurance<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">International students often overlook <\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/services\/travel-insurance\">travel insurance<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> plans, but they are critical for your peace of mind. If you need to claim on your policy, you must do so before beginning your journey. One of the many reasons it is critical to have the correct travel insurance plan is that some cover lost or stolen baggage, medical costs, and even cancellation fees.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-5626\" src=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Untitled-design-10.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"730\" height=\"380\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Untitled-design-10.png 730w, https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Untitled-design-10-300x156.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 730px) 100vw, 730px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Student_Accommodation\"><\/span><b>Student Accommodation<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It&#8217;s beneficial to research student accommodation options before you apply. It&#8217;s always worth chatting with current students about what it&#8217;s like living in the specific accommodation options available. For example, if a place is close to the campus, that might be a factor worth considering. Professionals at <\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/\">University Living <\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">can help you find student accommodation in another country that meets your needs and requirements.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-5627\" src=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Untitled-design-11-1.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"730\" height=\"380\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Untitled-design-11-1.png 730w, https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Untitled-design-11-1-300x156.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 730px) 100vw, 730px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Keep_your_documents_ready\"><\/span><b>Keep your documents ready<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It&#8217;s essential to get your travel documents organized in time and be proactive with them as well &#8211; especially if you&#8217;re planning on going abroad on a student or work visa. For example, it&#8217;s crucial to start the application process for your visa early. Check the expiration date of your passport and make sure that it is valid for the entire time you will be studying or working abroad.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-5628\" src=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Untitled-design-12-1.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"730\" height=\"380\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Untitled-design-12-1.png 730w, https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Untitled-design-12-1-300x156.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 730px) 100vw, 730px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bank_Account\"><\/span><b>Bank Account<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every country has its banking practices. It is essential to research how the banking system functions before you go abroad because, inevitably, there will be a time when you need to take care of some financial matters quickly and efficiently.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Meet with your bank to find out how your credit cards work overseas. Some banks have hassle-free ATMs and partners that don&#8217;t charge a fee for withdrawing cash. Plan ahead of time if you have an account with a smaller bank with no international presence. Use a traveler&#8217;s credit card as possible and withdraw cash only when necessary.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-5629\" src=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Untitled-design-13-1.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"730\" height=\"380\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Untitled-design-13-1.png 730w, https:\/\/www.universityliving.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Untitled-design-13-1-300x156.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 730px) 100vw, 730px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you can learn to roll with the punches and laugh a little, your study abroad experience will be more than just fun; you&#8217;ll significantly know and grow as a person. There are numerous things to consider and do before going abroad to study, especially if this is your first trip. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But, no matter how many times you repack your suitcase, remember to be excited about the unforgettable adventure you&#8217;re about to embark on \u2013 <em>that&#8217;s why happy dances were invented!<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Transitioning from the comforts of your city into a new country can be very difficult. 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