Plan to get important documents, such as a valid passport, visa from your host country, International Student Identity Card (ISIC), and International Driving Permit.
Passports
Generally, you must have a passport to travel to a foreign country. The U.S. Department of State publishes comprehensive information online about passports.
Carefully read this information.
Visas
It is very likely that your host country will require a visa. A visa is an ink stamp or slip of paper inserted into your passport by a foreign government, giving you permission to visit for a specific time.
The U.S. Department of State publishes the visa requirements of various nations. For definitive visa information, however, check directly with the embassy or consulate of your destination country.
International Student Identity Card (ISIC)
The ISIC photo ID entitles full-time students to valuable discounts. This card costs about $22 and is available from your college or university. Learn more or purchase the ISIC from Sta
Travel.
International Driver's Permit (IDP)
Even if you don't drive, it is probably a good idea
to have an IDP available for emergencies. You can obtain
an IDP from your local American
Automobile Association (AAA), but first you must
have a valid driver's license.
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