Packing list
Important documents |
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Passport (and a photocopy in case you lose your passport) |
Visa evidence and any other Immigration requirements e.g Proof of funds |
Airline tickets |
Insurance documents (medical/travel) |
International drivers license & copies |
Credit/ATM cards + some cash |
Emergency contacts (in case your phone goes flat) |
Your Internex arrival document / itinerary which outlines your arrival process |
Any additional Travel documentation that is required to enter the country e.g. Travel Declaration. If you are not sure speak with your Internex Placement Supervisor |
Hot weather clothing |
Cold Weather clothing |
Other clothing |
Accessories |
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Casual T-shirts | Jumpers | Underwear | Hats |
Shorts | Jackets | Sleep wear | Sunglasses |
Dress/skirt | Pants/Jeans | Socks | Belts |
Singlets | Thermals | Under clothing document holders | Jewellery / watch |
Swim wear | Scarf and gloves | Sarong | Day pack/beach bag |
Formal wear (if applicable) | Rain coat/wet weather gear | Stockings | Umbrella |
Sandals/flip flops | Formal wear (if applicable) | Thermal underwear | Laundry Bag |
Variety of shoes: formal – walking | Variety of shoes: formal – walking | Hiking gear | Beach towel |
Toiletries |
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Toothbrush | Makeup |
Toothpaste | Face cleanser/toner |
Dental floss | Lip balm |
Soap/body wash | Sunscreen |
Deodorant | Hair brush/comb |
Shampoo/Conditioner | Feminine hygiene products |
Moisturiser | Nail file/clippers |
Shaving supplies | Tweezers |
Digital/cellular devices |
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Cell Phone |
Laptop/tablet (if required) |
Device chargers |
Head phones |
Power adapter (EU/UK/US/NZ) dependent on destination |
Camera with memory card |
Carry-on Luggage |
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Cell phone + other digital devices | Valuables/ jewellery |
Books/e-books | An empty water bottle |
Headphones/ear buds | In-flight medications |
Arrival information/itinerary | Toothbrush and small toothpaste tube |
Passport/visa/ID | Tissues |
Credit cards/ATM cards + some cash | Snacks/mints |
All travel documents | Lip balm |
Travel pillow | Magazines |
Change of clothes (or a couple of changes in case your luggage is lost) | Emergency contact details |
Pack for a sustainable trip |
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Reusable drink bottle |
Reusable coffee cup |
Reusable knife, folk, spoon, straw |
Refillable shampoo/conditioner containers |
Reusable food containers |
Snack bags |
Reef friendly sunscreen |
Eco friendly insect repellent |
Reusable shopping bag |
Farm or Ranch gear (check with your Placement Supervisor as the farm may have some items below that you can use) |
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Riding helmet |
Riding boots and chaps |
Jodhpurs |
Working shoes (ensure these have no mud on them) |
Gum boots (ensure these have no mud on them) |
Clothes you do not mind getting dirty |
Long sleeve tops to protect your skin from the sun |
Broad brim hat |
Sunglasses |
Preparation Checklist and Tips
- Check the latest travel advice from your local government.
- Register your travel and contact details with your local safe travel authority to say where you are going and for how long. The information will be kept confidential and is used in the case of an emergency.
- Ensure you have your travel insurance booked as this is a requirement of all program participants and you should ensure you are covered for all activities you intend on undertaking (from horse riding to scooter riding), personal liability, medical treatment, emergency medical evacuation, and any pre-existing medical conditions. Even some minor medical treatment may be expensive overseas.
- Keep in touch with your family and friends while you are away. Give your loved ones a copy of your itinerary e,g, accommodation details, travel insurance policy etc. And if you change your itinerary let them know. If you find yourself caught up in an overseas emergency, ensure you contact and let family know you are ok.
- Look after your passport while you are travelling. It is a very valuable document and necessary for any international travel. If you loose your passport it can create real difficulties and could even cut your travel short. Take a photocopy of your passport and leave a copy at home with a family member or trusted friend. Ensure you check your passport validity before you depart: many countries require a passport to be valid for at least six months beyond your intended departure from that country.
- Check visa requirements, including requirements for electronic travel authorities (eTA’s), and make sure you have at least one clear page in your passport for immigration stamps. Your Placement Supervisor can assist if you have any questions about your visa.
- Check for health precautions and if any vaccinations are recommended for the areas you are travelling to. Your health professional can also provide information on how to stay well while travelling.
- Have a mixture of money. Check with your bank or credit card company what they recommend to prevent transaction fees while you are travelling.
- Have some cash already exchanged for your transit and arrival. Before you depart home decide how you will get emergency funds if you require them.
- Pack some spare clothes in your hand luggage along with your toothbrush and essentials in case your checked-in luggage goes missing. In this case you will usually get your luggage back within a couple of days.
- Obey all local laws while you are overseas. The penalties for breaking the law are the same for a tourist as for a local.
- Know where your nearest Embassy/High Commission/Consulate will be in your chosen destination.
- Speak with Internex if you have any questions or concerns.