Key takeaways
- Keep your passport, visa, admission letter and funds proof in your hand luggage.
- Carry some local currency for your first days before your bank card works.
- Sort a SIM, campus registration and housing in your first weeks.
- Agree an arrival check-in time so family know you've landed safely.
Carry these in your hand luggage
- Passport with visa, admission letter and key documents
- Proof of funds / financial documents
- Accommodation details and arrival contact
- Some local currency for the first days
Settling in the first weeks
- SIM card and connectivity
- Local orientation and campus registration
- Student housing and a city checklist
- We keep parents updated during settling-in
Frequently Asked Questions
What must I keep in my hand luggage?
Your passport with visa, admission letter, financial documents and some local currency — never put these in checked luggage.
What should I sort out first after arriving?
A local SIM, campus registration, and confirming your accommodation. Then open a bank account and explore your area.
Will someone help me on arrival?
Our arrival assistance can include airport pickup guidance and settling-in support, and we keep parents updated during the first weeks.
Related guides
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Proof of Funds
What counts as proof of funds, how long money must be held, and the mistakes that cause refusals.
Work While Studying
Honest rules on part-time work, internships and post-study options — and why not to rely on work income.