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Make sure you are prepared for all weather conditions
The climate in the UK is variable, so bring clothes for both warm and cold weather.
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2. Packing checklist
- Clothing and shoes for all seasons, including comfortable shoes
for walking around, and an umbrella
- Plug adaptors for electrical items (UK plug sockets take three
rectangular pins)
- Favourite photos of friends and family, posters and pictures –
items to make you feel at home in your new room
- Important documents (bring the originals and scan or photocopy all important documents too, just in case)
- Plane tickets, passport, visa, birth certificate and home driving licence if you have one
- All correspondence from your institution, including your offer letter and accommodation contract letter
- Evidence of your funding for your tuition fees and living costs, including sponsor letter if applicable
- Health certificates, vaccination records and any important x-rays
- Any insurance documents
3. Keep the following in your hand luggage
- All your important documents
- Enough money (in pounds sterling or travellers cheques) for your first couple of weeks
- Any valuable items – but make sure you don’t exceed your airline’s hand luggage allowance.
- Check with your airline to find out how much you can carry on your flight,
and remember that most things can be purchased when you arrive.
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In your hand luggage, most airports have restrictions on sharp and flammable
objects. Many also require liquids to be in containers of 100ml or smaller,
packed in a clear plastic bag. Check with your airline before travelling.
Find out more about travelling to the UK