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Documents Checklist: Essential Documents To Carry While Traveling to the UAE

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Traveling, especially internationally, is a thrilling yet soul-stirring experience that will push you out of your comfort zone to see a new and different perspective of the world. However, packing, planning, and preparing can be a really tedious and confusing task, mostly when it comes to documents. For a smooth and successful international move, make sure you carry all the requisite documents with you. Here are the 6 most essential documents to carry overseas.

  1. Passport

An official government-issued passport is a must for traveling abroad. You will not be permitted to board an international flight without a passport. Apply for a passport in a month advance than your planned departure. Most importantly, always carry a copy of your passport separately.

  1. Visa

Besides the passport, a visa is another crucial official document required for moving to a foreign country. Although, a different visa is required by the expats depending upon the nature of their travel. Select a suitable visa for you such as tourist visa, transit visa, and visit visa before applying for it.

  1. Personal Documents

Never forget your personal documents when traveling overseas since they are a proof of your identification. However, make sure all your certificates are attested. Personal documents such as attested marriage certificate, birth certificate, divorce certificate, etc. are a must carry.

  1. Health Records

You never know when will a disease or illness strike you, and the last thing you will want then is delayed medical supervision. Carry all your medical records as well as immunization reports with you. Do your research to know the vaccination requirement and get your vaccines 3 to 4 weeks prior to the trip.

  1. Police Clearance/ Good Conduct Certificate

Planning on extending your visit in Dubai, then don’t forget your Dubai police clearance certificate. A PCC is a requisite for expats on employment visa and residence visa in the UAE. You can either apply for a PCC in your native country or in the UAE.

  1. Travel Necessities

Pack your travel necessities like flight tickets, travel insurance, and accommodation booking in advance to avoid any last-minute expense. Booking in advance will help you get more cheaper deals. Carry the original documents along with their copies for a safe side.