Guide to luggage preparation and entry before studying in Canada

Studying abroad is not only about choosing a school, but also about where to study. In a strange environment, the sudden change of living habits is a great challenge for international students. However, the limited dormitory space in Canadian universities is far from the accommodation situation in domestic universities, which is unpredictable for international students before leaving.

Necessary items in luggage:

1. Underwear and socks that can be replaced within at least 2 weeks. Although it is convenient to shop in Canada, it is unrealistic to go to the shopping center immediately after arrival to buy personal clothes that need to be changed frequently. Get ready for the necessary change of clothes, not only to avoid unnecessary trouble, but also for personal hygiene.

2. Traditional Chinese medicine for adjusting acclimatization. After a long flight and a completely different living environment, acclimatization often occurs. For example, over-the-counter drugs such as Huoxiang Zhengqi and Niuhuang Shangqing should be carried. You should go to the hospital to consult a doctor about what medicine you are suitable for.

3. documents. You don't have to carry your ID card with you in China, but your passport is inevitable. Otherwise you can't leave the country. If you have a driver's license in China, please take it with you.

4. Admission certificate, extra transcripts, and originals of all documents issued by the embassy. After entering Canada, the Immigration Bureau will re-examine your entry qualification and issue a student ID card. This information is sometimes asked. Get ready.

5. Credit card. Whether staying in a hotel, buying a mobile phone or shopping, a credit card is very necessary. Applying for a supplementary card (or main card) of a credit card before going abroad will be of great help to your later life.

6. A certain amount of cash. No matter how many cards you have, there is still a place that only accepts cash. Take about 500 Canadian dollars in cash with you, which is enough to meet your temporary cash expenses for a few days after you enter the country.

7. Instant noodles and biscuits. I believe that when you arrive in Canada, someone will take you to your residence. But there are always accidents, so prepare 2 or 3 packets of instant noodles or biscuits in case of emergency.

8. Safety Manual for Going Abroad. When you are away from home, safety comes first. This safety manual can be obtained from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs or your intermediary.

9. Slippers, bath towels and toothbrushes. There are no slippers and toothbrushes in foreign hotels. It is also unrealistic to buy it on the day of entry. So you need to prepare 1 pairs of toothbrushes and slippers.

10. For girls. Sanitary napkins are easy to buy in Canada, but it is always safe to carry 1 and 2 packs with you. Wuji Baifeng Pill, a commonly used holiday medicine, is not easy to buy abroad. Better prepare more.

Articles not allowed in luggage:

1. Any meat, whether bacon, beef jerky or floss. If the dog is found carrying meat at customs, it will be fined 200-400 Canadian dollars.

2. Fresh fruit. You can take some with you to eat on the plane, but if you check in, you will be punished once you are found.

3. Many prescription drugs. Unless you have a prescription and a doctor's certificate that you need to take a lot of medicine for a long time (you can't pass the visa medical examination without this), this is absolutely inevitable. Antibiotics and narcotic drugs (painkillers) can be taken in several boxes for later use. Because the waiting time for consultation in Canada is more than 3 hours, it is best to prepare some spare medicine in case you feel uncomfortable, so you need to take medicine to relieve it first. But if you carry it in large quantities, it is illegal. After being discovered, they will be accused by the Food and Drug Administration. You should go to the hospital to consult a doctor about what medicine you are suitable for.

4. More than 10,000 Canadian dollars in cash. First, it is unsafe to carry a large amount of cash, and second, it violates the entry and exit regulations of China and Canada. Cash in excess of10,000 must be declared when entering Canada. There will be no fines and taxes for filing, but if you don't file, you will be fined.

5. Many winter boots and shoes. It is very cold in winter in Canada, but most students arrive in spring or autumn. There is basically no immediate demand for snow boots. Boots are heavy and take up a lot of space. I suggest you buy them after you arrive in Canada. Moreover, the brands of Canadian winter products are also complete and the prices are good. Of course, there are also girls in smaller sizes, such as 35, 36. That's the best way to wear shoes. Because the Canadian shoe size is universal after 37.

6. electrical appliances. The voltage in Canada is 1 10V, while domestic appliances are generally 220V. In other words, the electrical appliances brought from China can't be used unless a transformer is used. Notebook computers can receive 100V ~240V to 240V, which means they can be used in Canada. But the standard of power plug in China is different from that in Canada. If you must bring a computer, you must directly prepare a conversion plug (GB to American standard) or American standard power cord. I remember that a line on Taobao only costs tens of RMB.

7. More than 2 cigarettes. Many of you are old smokers and have been smoking for many years. Cigarettes in Canada are difficult to smoke and expensive, so many students want to bring more. But as long as you carry more than 200 pieces, you need to declare and collect customs duties. If you don't keep it, you will be heavily taxed. Students, give up smoking.

Matters needing attention before entry:

Take all the immigration information and put it in your carry-on bag. Information, cash and documents should be put in the boarding trunk, not in the checked baggage. Have a good rest, long flight is very tiring, plus the conversion of time difference. If you are uncomfortable, you will get sick easily in the future. Get along well with your family. The mother was worried when the child was far away. To understand your parents, don't meet for half a year or two or three years. Spend more time with your family and do more housework. Get together with friends more and drink less. Take a pen with you.

What to do after entering the country: open an account in a bank near your residence as soon as possible after the time difference, and use Swift code for international transfer. Tell your family the account number, and they will transfer it directly to the account through international remittance. It takes 2 working days to remit money from major cities to Canada, and the charge is generally around 40 Canadian dollars. There is no risk.

Go to the nearby business center to get a mobile phone. As long as you have a credit card and local address, you can handle it. Tell your family your mobile phone number, and they can contact you at any time.

Report to school as soon as possible.