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What should I pack in my carry-on?

  • Passport and all travel documents
  • All necessary acceptance letters provided to you by your host program
  • Credit/bank cards and cash
  • Address and other contact information for your program and details of where you are to go upon arrival
  • One change of clothing and a toiletry kit in case your checked luggage does not arrive with your flight. (Remember 3—1—1 rule for liquids)
  • Prescription medications in original containers and doctors’ notes
  • Laptop
  • Phone Charger
  • Eyeglasses/contacts
  • Jewelry / Other valuables
  • Adapters / Converters if necessary. Check here to see what voltage and plug your country uses.

*When packing your carry-on, review the limits from your airline and the guidelines from the TSA.*