It is natural for first-time overseas travellers to be anxious at the airport, from check-in to immigration clearance, all the way to finally settling in.

In order to alleviate some of their burden and anxiety, we provide our students with a customised “Pre-departure Briefing” for each country. It helps them avoid any problems during transit until they reach their final destination.

Besides the list of essential documents required to be carried on hand, the briefing includes information on the items to be packed, the amount of luggage permitted, the clothing to be worn according to their destination, and other relevant information.

Indian students often overload themselves with extra baggage by carrying items that aren’t necessary. Institutions’ dress codes are informal, so we should prepare accordingly.

You must pack the necessary medicines as only some medications are available with a prescription. Arrange some heavy winter clothes as the ones we wear in India may not be effective in the country you travel to.

GoStudyOverseas provides a handy checklist for items to carry based on the country before you leave the country.

Upon arriving in the new host city, what should you do? We will brief you about immigration checks, customs clearance, and how to get to your campus from the airport without hassle.

Having some basic information about the local customs and traditions prior to arriving is advantageous. Such knowledge helps you integrate into the community and break the ice with your new classmates.

The most exciting part of studying abroad is discovering how people of different cultures from around the world behave differently.

We’ll provide you with all the information you need about the country’s culture, customs, daily life, and colloquial terms that you’ll find helpful when you move to your new city.

Studying abroad entails adjusting to a new educational setting and adhering to a new culture. Our briefing will give you an insight into various learning processes, classroom settings and objectives.

You may suffer from culture shock when you relocate to a country with a distinct cultural background. During our pre-departure briefing, we will explain how to adjust to a new country. We will also teach you some simple ways to detect if you are experiencing culture shock and how to handle it.

We understand it’s difficult to remain detached from family and friends. Don’t worry! We’ll provide you with some tips on how to handle homesickness when you first arrive in your destination country.

The first thing you should do once you’ve arrived in your new study destination is open a local bank account. A local bank account will allow you to access your money quickly to pay for your tuition, housing, and living expenses. 

Your employer may deposit your wages into your account if you choose to work post or during the study. We’ll walk you through the steps you need to take in order to manage your finances in a new city.

Having a part-time job can enhance your study and living experience. We’ll discuss how to remain compliant with your student visa and provide some pointers for finding a great part-time job.

We’ll provide you with practical advice and much support. In addition, we’ll educate you about the do’s and don’ts of your study country and what rights you have as an international student.