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In the US, we enjoy one of the highest standards of living in the world. Do not expect it to follow you! Pack enough so that you are comfortable, but not so much that you are limited by your luggage.
Essentials
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Documents (passport, visa, birth and marriage certificates) and copies of each document |
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Airline tickets and photocopies of your airline tickets and itinerary (with phone numbers, if possible). Keep these separate from the original documents. Copies of your ticket provide proof that you indeed purchased the ticket; if you lose the original ticket, having a copy will help speed up the reimbursement process. |
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Extra passport photos |
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Health insurance and emergency contact information |
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Criminal check, if completed |
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International driver’s license, if obtained |
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Prescription medication |
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Traveler’s checks, credit cards, ATM cards |
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Copies of traveler's checks, credit cards, ATM cards, etc. |
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Copies of your credentials |
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Proof of vaccinations |
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Money |
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Spare glasses and a lens prescription |
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Portable smoke and carbon monoxide detectors |
General Living Items
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Appropriate clothing for the classroom |
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Clothing suitable for the climate and traveling the country (remember, you may travel to nearby countries as well)
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Wallet and money belt |
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Personal items, such as a mini photo album of your loved ones |
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The contact information for your family, friends, accountant, lawyer, etc. |
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Some favorite luxuries (to spoil yourself), such as music, ipod or mp3 player, books, etc. |
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Camera, charger, and extra batteries |
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Writing journal |
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American souvenirs for gifts |
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Hygiene products such as deodorant, toothpaste, shampoo, conditioner, lip balm, brush, comb, cosmetics, and toiletries, as they may not be available in your destination country |
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An electrical adapter, as you may need to use your portable appliances before discovering where to purchase one |
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Specialty food items, such as tea, snacks, etc. |
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Sentimental items, such as pictures and knick-knacks; this will help ease the Culture Shock and the transition of moving to another country |
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Luggage tags |
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Guide Book and maps of your destination country |
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Phrase book |
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Items to Take for the Classroom
