As a backup and for family members' peace of mind, it is helpful to prepare an "education abroad folder" with copies of all the essential documents and information for both the student and the family. It is suggested that copies of each of the following are on hand:
- U.S. Passport
- Visa and corresponding documents (if applicable)
- Credit and debit cards photocopies (front and back)
- Banking account information (it is also recommended that a parent or other trusted family member be made a co-signer on the account while the student is abroad.
- Health insurance information (copy of the card and the policy)
- All flight information and itineraries
- Accommodation information (if the student is traveling before or after the program)
- UW-Platteville Education Abroad office contact information only if studying through UW-Platteville on our SAIIE program
- SAIIE office contact information