To study in the United States, you need to prepare enough documents. It mainly includes passport, ID card, admission notice, I-20 form, health certificate, transcripts (TOEFL, SAT, GRE/GMAT, domestic institutions), graduation certificate, etc.
Cash declaration and dual-currency credit card
Experts studying abroad said that carrying foreign currency cash with the equivalent of less than 5,000 US dollars does not need to be declared; Carrying foreign currency cash with the equivalent of more than US$ 5,000 to US$ 10000, you need to apply to the bank for proof of carrying and declare it to the customs; It is recommended to bring about $2,000 in cash when coming to the United States for the first time. Try to prepare some small change (denomination below $20) to take taxis and public transport; And quarter coins, making it easy to use pay phones and luggage carts at the airport.
Generally, international students will bring an international credit card. Students reminded that when handling a credit card, you need to ask the bank whether the credit card is dual currency, whether there is a handling fee for overseas use or withdrawal, and so on.
3. Have a physical examination in advance and get a vaccination. The cost in America is high.
The school will mail the health registration form and vaccination record form to the students. Some vaccines, such as two doses of combined leprosy vaccine (MMR), need to be separated by 30 days. It is suggested that arrangements should be made in advance to complete vaccination in China. After the health and vaccine forms are filled out, they should be stamped and confirmed in regular medical institutions, such as hospitals and local international medical and health centers.
In addition, you can consider doing a comprehensive physical examination before coming to the United States, especially the comprehensive examination and maintenance of your teeth. Whether it is physical examination or vaccination, the cost in the United States is relatively high. Students are advised to complete relevant projects in China.
4, prepare medicine, prepare two pairs of glasses (myopia students) in case of emergency.
Under normal circumstances, the school will require students to participate in medical insurance. It is very convenient to seek medical treatment on campus. When the illness is urgent or serious, you can seek medical treatment in time. However, commonly used antibiotics can only be purchased with a doctor's prescription in the United States, and students with special circumstances can consider whether they need to carry them.
It is suggested that students who wear glasses can bring one or two pairs of glasses for backup, because American glasses are expensive and complicated. Routine items to be prepared after "arrival in the United States": 1, immigration form, customs inspection.
The United States canceled the manual filling of I-94 form (white card) and changed it to electronic form, which can be printed on relevant websites when needed after arriving in the United States; The customs declaration form should be filled in on the plane and handed over to the customs staff when entering the country. Don't bring meat and fruit to avoid unnecessary inspection and trouble.
The first stop after getting off the plane is customs inspection. The staff will check the relevant documents, collect fingerprints and ask some simple questions. After entering the customs, pick up the checked baggage. If you need to transfer, you must check your luggage again. Note that the standard of checked baggage for domestic flights in the United States is different from that for international flights. It is recommended to check the airline's consignment regulations in advance and prepare for the consignment fee.
2. Contact China Students and Scholars Association in advance and go to the residence. Almost all universities in the United States have China Students and Scholars Association (China Students &; scholar
CSSA is a student organization in China. Most students will provide pick-up service for freshmen. You can contact the school's CSSA in advance and ask for a unified pick-up date and registration method.
3. report to the school and apply for a mobile phone card and a bank card.
Students should attend the orientation meeting of freshmen on time according to the requirements of the school. Its importance was mentioned at the beginning of the article. In addition, it should be noted that you should bring your passport and other identity documents as soon as possible to apply for a student ID card, so that you can freely enter and leave various teaching buildings and dormitory buildings and report to the international students' office.
Whether you apply for a bank card or a mobile phone card, you can enjoy preferential services with the relevant student ID card. Bank card, students can bring their passports, I-20 forms and student ID cards to the bank to open an account and apply for a mobile phone card. They can also bring their passports and student ID cards.