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Links Related to Study Abroad
Passport
You will need your birth certificate to order your passport. You can bring all of the necessary materials to the Urbana courthouse near Lincoln Square or to the Champaign Post Office on Mattis Ave.
Make sure that your passport is valid for at least 6 months after you plan to return from your trip or you may not be allowed to enter into the country.
Visas
See the government's list of visa requirements by country. Students are responsible for obtaining and paying for their own visas. In order to get a visa, you will need to get a letter from the university stating that you will be studying abroad there. For many visas, students will need to take one or two trips to the consular office. In some cases, students need to make an appointment at the consulate for a visa interview. It is best to get to the consulate as soon as possible, especially for Spain and France. Other requirements can be found on the visa website.
CISI Insurance Brochure and Claim Form
This is mandatory insurance for anyone who studies abroad at UIUC. It covers you while you are studying abroad. If you plan to travel before or after the trip, contact CISI to have your insurance coverage extended.
University of Illinois Health and Safety Presentation
Learn the basics about health and safety issues before going abroad.
CDC Travel Health Information
Provides travel health tips along with updates on health concerns in specific countries.
U.S. Department of State Travel Warnings and Consular
Information Sheets
Advises U.S. citizens concerning travel risks in specific countries.
The Lonely Planet
Good information on health, maps, subway maps, observations of
other travelers, etc.
www.HostelWorld.com
This website has hostels listed all over the world with tons of reviews. The reviews can only be written by people who have booked their stay through the website which guarantees that they are actually written by people who have stayed there. You can type in any city and find listings of all of the possible hostels and their rooming options.
Currency Converter Cheat Sheet
This site can be used to calculate currency conversions. I recommend that you take a "currency cheat sheet" with you.
MapQuest
Good maps of nearly every country, along with good country-specific
information.
Shoreland's Travel Health Online
Country profiles (climate & topography), travel health concerns,
preventive medications & vaccines, travel illness updates.
International Electricity
Explains when you'll need adapters and converters. It is generally best not to bring any appliance that only says "110" on the plug. If you plug these in, either the appliance will be blown out, or you might cause a problem with electricity in the entire building.
