PACKING LIST

HAVE YOU:

• Confirmed how to get from airport to final destination?
• Called your bank/credit card companies to let them know when and where you’re traveling?
• Downloaded maps you can access if not connected to Wi-Fi?
• Made copies of all documents for you and to leave at home?
• Consulted with your doctor about any prescription medication you take? You’ll need to bring enough for length of stay; if > 3 months, you likely will need to see a doctor abroad as Rxs cannot be transferred; check legality of controlled medications)

BRAZIL/MISTI-SPECIFIC

• ISOS Card
• MISTI info card and heath/safety guide
• Confirmation/proof of health/travel insurance
• Immunization/Vaccination card
• Gifts/MIT swag for hosts and/or families
• Business cards

DOCUMENTS

Tip: Download photos and/or print boarding passes, itinerary, in-country address, etc. Don’t assume you’ll have a good internet connection (true for both US and Brazil).

• Passport and visa
• Driver’s license or state ID and student ID (for discounts while traveling)
• Plane tickets and Itinerary
• Accommodation confirmation/address
• List of medications and/or actual Rx if possible
• Health insurance card
• Emergency contact info in Brazil and at home
• Bank/credit card company contact information
• List of other important phone numbers and addresses

ON THE PLANE

• Earplugs
• Sleeping mask
• Travel pillow(s)
• Motion-sickness remedy

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• Wallet (RFID blocking if possible)
• Cash
• Credit cards
• ATM card

LUGGAGE/BAGS

• Backpack/day bag/messenger bag
• Purse (no more than two)
• Collapsible tote for shopping
• Money belt
• Plastic bags (for packing liquids)
• Travel locks and keys
• Reusable lunch bag

LINENS/LAUNDRY

• Pillow case (useful when traveling and staying in hostels)
• Quick-drying towel and washcloths
• Laundry bag
• Stain remover (like Tide pens)
• Small sewing kit
• Lint roller

TECH

• Cell phone and accessories (consider buying a SIM card/chip upon arrival)
• Laptop/tablet
• Chargers including a portable charger
• Camera and accessories
• Flash drive
• Headphones
• Voltage adaptor
• Current converter
• Batteries

WORK/STUDY/READING MATERIAL

• Planner
• Work documents
• Notebook
• Pens/pencils
• Compact dictionary and/or phrasebook
• Travel guide(s)

CLOTHES/SHOES/ACCESSORIES

Tip: Pack clothes that are easy to layer, wrinkle-resistant, durable, and comfortable. Confirm any dress codes with program staff and supervisor.

• Socks/underwear (enough to last for a two-week cycle)
• Sleepwear/pajamas
• Jeans (a couple pairs)
• Nice outfits/separates (aim for tops and bottoms that mix and match well)
• Blazer or sport coat
• Robe
• Sweaters/sweatshirts/hoodie
• Light jacket or coat (water resistant if possible)
• Hat
• Gloves
• Scarves/wraps (also good for beach)
• Exercise clothing
• Swimsuit
• Athletic shoes
• Casual shoes
• Dress/work shoes
• Sandals/flip flops/shower shoes
• Slippers
• Belt
• Watch
• Jewelry (minimal, nothing flashy or very valuable)
• Sunglasses
• Glasses (regular, reading, etc.)
• Glasses cases
• Folding umbrella
• House keys
• Sports and/or camping gear
• Water bottle