Pre-Departure Guidance for New International Students of Kensington Institute of Australia

Check list before you depart from home:

v  About your Visa

This is the most important thing in your travel to success, your visa; organize your student visa ahead of your travel.

v  The passport

You have to make certain about the validity of your passport in the view of the fact that everyone travelling to Australia must have a valid passport and valid visa when they board their flight and when they enter.

v  Medical Care

To check whether you need any vaccinations or other preventive measures you have to visit your doctor at least 1 month before your trip.

v  Airport Accommodation

You can book your airport pick up with us or you can go to your accommodation on your own.

v  Dealing with Homestay Accommodation

At any time that you have confirmed that you will study at KIA, you can look for accommodation that suits your needs and budget. You can book a short- term or a long-term accommodation before living your country with the assistance of your institution.

v  Money Matters

It is advice to have some Australian currency previous to departing your home country. When you are in Australia there are lots of money exchange places available at the airports and around the cities

v  Contact Details

Have a list of contact details of your family, embassy, institution and accommodation, it may help you for emergency purposes as well as your education agent if you have any, and in case you have to contact them in any time you arrive in Australia.

v  Documentation

Have a folder that contains all your important document comprise of your offer letter, confirmation of enrollment, identification documents, academic transcript from previous study, important numbers, important medical records and details of pre-arrange accommodation

v  Customs and Quarantine

You can check government information on customs and quarantine for Australians travelling overseas, and for overseas visitors to Australia at http://www.australia.gov.au/ and you can pack the things you need to bring.

v  Insurance of Your Belongings

Arrange your personal belongings properly and ensure its safety. Hand carry all your important personal items.