PACKING CHECKLIST

A comprehensive description of packing recommendations can be found under Preparing for Your Trip

Luggage

• One weekend bag for overnight excursions (if applicable)
• Do not bring more than two checked bags

Documents

• Passport
• Airline ticket/confirmation information
• Arrival instructions (what to do upon arrival, how to arrive to program housing)
• Housing information (address, phone number, map)
• USD ID card
• Drivers license
• ACE/EuropAssist ID card
• Photocopies of documents (passports, front and back of debit/credit cards)

Clothing

• Clothing for layering- tank tops, shirts, sweaters, pants, shorts, skirts
• General- socks, undergarments
• Comfortable walking shoes (note: high heels are not recommended)
• Flip-flops or slippers (in many countries it is not appropriate to walk around barefoot)
• Rain jacket
• Jacket or coat (depending on climate)
• Bathing suit (depending on climate)
• Scarves (depending on climate)
• Workout attire (if desired)
• A nice outfit (this may be required for guest speakers or company visits)

Electronics

• Laptop & Charger
• Smartphone from US such as iphone or Droid (many students use these devices on wifi to maintain communication)
• Voltage converter
• Plug adapter
• USB drive
• Headphones
• Camera
• MP3/iPod
• Hair dryer (please check with your study abroad advisor to verify if hair dryers are provided)

Academics

• Course textbook/reader (if applicable)
• Course materials (notebook, pens/pencils, etc.)

Wellness

• Medications to last you the entire trip
• Copy of all prescriptions
• Vitamins
• Hand sanitizer/wipes
• Over the counter medications (Advil/Tylenol, Pepto Bismol, Cold & Flu medication)
• Mini first aid kit

Miscellaneous

• Purse with zipper to close
• Re-usable water bottle
• Hairdryer (you will need to use an adapter and converter)
• Ziplock bags
• Laundry detergent
• Umbrella
• Alarm clock (if not using cell phone)