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Pre-Departure Support

Forex, insurance, packing & briefings.

Overview

Everything you need before boarding — forex cards, student insurance, SIM, packing lists and a live pre-departure briefing with seniors abroad.

What's included

  • Forex cards and international wire transfers
  • Student travel & health insurance
  • International SIM and connectivity plans
  • Country-specific packing & weather guides
  • Live pre-departure orientation sessions
  • Customs & first-week city guides

How it works

Your pre-departure support journey

01

Checklist

A 30-day countdown checklist covering visa, finance, health and logistics.

02

Money & insurance

Forex card, blocked accounts and student health insurance set up.

03

Connectivity

International SIM activated for landing day, plus best local plan recommendations.

04

Orientation

Live session with a current student in your university and city.

05

Boarding day

Final document audit and airport-day walkthrough.

Frequently asked questions

When does pre-departure support begin?+

As soon as your visa is approved — ideally 4–6 weeks before travel.

Do you arrange forex?+

Yes, at preferred rates with our banking partners.

Is insurance mandatory?+

Most countries require student health insurance. We arrange compliant plans.

Ready to start your pre-departure support?

Our experts respond within 2 hours. No pressure, no obligations — just clarity on your next step.