Exchange participants should be made aware of the necessary preparation in order for safe and smooth travel to their destination including:

· Health and Travel Insurance

Interns must be informed of the importance of and need to purchase comprehensive and adequate health, travel, and liability insurance. Interns should communicate with the Host LC to verify the specific types of insurance required and methods of purchase.

Interns are responsible for applying for their visa and work permit. The Host LC must provide all documents necessary for application. The intern is responsible to provide all personal documents such as passport, academic letters, etc.

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·   Safety Precautions

The intern should be informed of basic safety precautions as advised by the national government. The intern should also be informed to keep updated of any relevant national government advice in relation to the destination

The intern should be informed that it is his/her responsibility to be aware of the laws of the destination country. He/she should refer to the country’s embassy or government website for travel specific information.

SENDING LC

The Sending LC is responsible to provide general logistical preparation for living and working overseas. The Sending LC may also refer the intern to general sources of information relevant to the specific country.

HOSTING LC

The Hosting LC is responsible to prepare the intern for living and working in the destination country. The Hosting LC should provide more specific information relevant to the local laws and issues.