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1. Shard Calculation

Query:

Response:

Calculated Shard: 103 (from laksa132)

2. Crawled Status Check

Query:

curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa103.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/planning/checklist.html\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/planning/checklist.html\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

Response:

{"found_url":"https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/checklist.html","crawl_time":1775857197,"first_indexed_time":1755072162,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"gov,state!travel,\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/checklist.html s443","src_root_hash":"15818340508630297303","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"International Travel Checklist | Travel.State.gov","meta_descriptions":["Our 5-step international travel checklist helps you plan a safe trip abroad."],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"Whether you’re a first time or frequent traveler, follow this 5-step checklist to prepare for your travel abroad.\nMake sure you review the specific\nTravel Advisories\nand local requirements. Select your destination to get tips from the U.S. embassy and more specific travel information. \nSearch for your destination:\nTravel Advisory level\nTips from the U.S. embassy\nEntry, exit, and visa requirements\nPassport validity requirements\nU.S. embassy and consulate contact information\nLocal laws and special circumstances\nVaccine requirements and health information\nWhen you join STEP, you get important alerts and updates from the U.S. embassy or consulate for the destination in which you are visiting or living. STEP messages are sent to your email. It also helps the U.S. embassy or consulate reach you or your emergency contact in an emergency.\nSecurity alerts\nDemonstration alerts\nHealth alerts\nWeather or natural disaster alerts\nTravel Advisory updates\nRoutine messages about U.S. embassy services\nGather your required travel documents and make multiple copies. These copies will help you replace your originals if they are stolen or lost while traveling. \nGive a set of copies to a trusted friend or family member.\nKeep a set of copies with you, separate from your originals.\nTake photos of your travel documents using your mobile phone. \nCheck your passport’s expiration date as soon as you start planning a trip. Passports for children under 16 are valid for only 5 years.   \nSome countries –especially in\nEurope\n– require that your passport be valid for at least 6 more months after your travel dates.  \nNeed a new passport?\nApply early\nto avoid risk of delays. \nReview the information on\nlost or stolen passports\nbefore going abroad.\nSome countries require a visa or electronic travel authorization to enter. Check with the foreign embassy of your destination for the most up to date requirements.  \nYou can also review the\nEntry, Exit, and Visa Requirements\nsection in the \nTravel Guidance\n for your destination.\nSome prescriptions and over the counter medications are not legal in foreign countries, even though they are legal in the United States. This includes prescription narcotics.  \nCheck with the\nHealth\nsection of the\nTravel Guidance\nfor your destination before you travel.   \nBring copies of all your prescriptions and labeled bottles.  \nIf you are traveling with children without one or both of their parents,  you may need legal documents showing custody or a notarized letter of permission from the other parent.  \nThis may be required even if 1 parent is traveling with the child.\nCheck the\nEntry, Exit, and Visa Requirements\nsection of the\nTravel Guidance\nfor your destination before you travel. \nMany countries do not accept a U.S. driver's license.  You may \nneed an International Driving Permit (IDP)\n and extra auto insurance.  \nResearch if you need to purchase\nauto insurance\nto cover you while abroad.\nLearn more about\n \ndriving and road safety\n while abroad. \nThe U.S. government does not provide insurance or pay for any costs for U.S. citizens abroad.\nWe do not pay medical bills or unexpected travel costs. U.S. health insurance, including Medicare and Medicaid, usually do not cover care abroad.  Review your plan details or contact your provider.  \nWe highly recommend that you consider purchasing\n \ntravel medical insurance\nbefore your trip to cover emergency medical care and medical evacuation. Medical care and medical evacuation coverage can be a separate plan or part of travel insurance that covers trip cancellation or interruption. Review policies carefully before purchasing to understand what they do and do not cover. \nTravel health insurance\nEmergency medical evacuation\nInternational auto insurance","attrs_markdown":"[Skip to content](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/checklist.html#tsg_upper_section_root_container)\n\n![US Flag](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/content\/dam\/tsg_aem\/banner-images\/us_flag_small%201.png)\n\nAn official website of the United States government\n\nHere's how you know\n\nHere's how you know\n\n![Icon for US government website](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/content\/dam\/tsg_aem\/banner-images\/icon-dot-gov.svg)\n\n**Official websites use .gov**\n\nA **.gov** website belongs to an official government organization in the United States.\n\n![A lock indicating the site is secure](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/content\/dam\/tsg_aem\/banner-images\/icon-https.svg)\n\n**Secure .gov websites use HTTPS**\n\nA lock (![](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/content\/dam\/tsg_aem\/banner-images\/icon.svg)) or **https:\/\/** means you’ve safely connected to the .gov website. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites.\n\nAmericans in the Middle East\n\n[Americans in the Middle East should follow the latest guidance from the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate and can contact the U.S. Department of State to receive information or assistance.](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/travel-advisories\/global-events\/middle-east.html)\n\nWorldwide Caution\n\n[The Department of State advises Americans worldwide, and especially in the Middle East, to exercise increased caution.](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/travel-advisories\/global-events\/worldwide-caution.html)\n\n[![Travel.State.Gov US Department of State Homepage](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/content\/dam\/tsg_aem\/banner-images\/logo.svg)](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/)\n\n![Search button](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/etc.clientlibs\/tsg_aem\/clientlibs\/clientlib-site\/resources\/images\/usa-icons\/search.svg)\n\nMenu\n\n![Close 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Traveler Enrollment Program](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/travel-advisories\/smart-traveler-enrollment-program.html)\n\nGlobal Events Affecting International Travel\n\n[High-Risk Areas](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/travel-advisories\/high-risk-areas.html)\n\n[Crime](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/travel-advisories\/crime.html)\n\n[Scams](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/travel-advisories\/scams.html)\n\n[Planning Your Travel](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning.html)\n\n[International Travel Checklist](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/checklist.html)\n\nInternational Travel Guidance\n\nPersonal Travel Needs\n\nSafety Tips for Activities\n\n[Living Abroad Resources](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/living-abroad.html)\n\n[American Citizens Services Abroad](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/living-abroad\/acs.html)\n\n[Birth](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/living-abroad\/birth.html)\n\n[Marriage](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/living-abroad\/marriage.html)\n\n[Divorce](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/living-abroad\/divorce.html)\n\n[Death](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/living-abroad\/death.html)\n\n[Retirement](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/living-abroad\/retirement.html)\n\n[Federal Benefits and Obligations](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/living-abroad\/federal-benefits-obligations.html)\n\n[Criminal Records Checks](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/living-abroad\/criminal-records.html)\n\n[Voting from Abroad](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/living-abroad\/voting.html)\n\n[Help Abroad](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/help-abroad.html)\n\n[Crisis Response and Evacuations](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/help-abroad\/crisis-response.html)\n\n[Lost or Stolen Passport Abroad](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/help-abroad\/lost-stolen-passport.html)\n\n[Victims of Crime](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/help-abroad\/victims-crime.html)\n\n[Arrest or Detention Abroad](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/help-abroad\/arrest-detention.html)\n\n[Missing U.S. Citizens Abroad](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/help-abroad\/missing-us-citizen.html)\n\n[Emergency Financial Assistance](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/help-abroad\/financial.html)\n\n[Global Events Affecting International Travel](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/travel-advisories\/global-events.html)\n\n[Terrorism](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/travel-advisories\/global-events\/terrorism.html)\n\n[Worldwide Caution](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/travel-advisories\/global-events\/worldwide-caution.html)\n\n[International Travel Guidance](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/guidance.html)\n\n[DHS Trusted Traveler Programs](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/guidance\/dhs-trusted-traveler-program.html)\n\n[Driving and Transportation Safety Abroad](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/guidance\/driving-transportation.html)\n\n[Information for Travel Industry](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/guidance\/travel-industry.html)\n\n[Laws Abroad](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/guidance\/laws.html)\n\n[Lodging Safety](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/guidance\/lodging-safety.html)\n\n[Medicine and Health](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/guidance\/medicine-health.html)\n\n[Travel Insurance](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/guidance\/insurance.html)\n\n[U.S. Travelers in Europe](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/guidance\/europe.html)\n\n[Personal Travel Needs](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/personal-needs.html)\n\n[Accessibility Needs](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/personal-needs\/accessibility.html)\n\n[Age 65+ Travelers](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/personal-needs\/age-65.html)\n\n[Dual Nationality](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/personal-needs\/dual-nationality.html)\n\n[Gay and Lesbian Travelers](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/personal-needs\/gay-lesbian.html)\n\n[Pets](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/personal-needs\/pets.html)\n\n[Race and Ethnicity Travel Safety](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/personal-needs\/race-ethnicity-safety.html)\n\n[Travel with Minors](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/personal-needs\/minors.html)\n\n[Women Travelers](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/personal-needs\/women.html)\n\n[Safety Tips for Activities](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/safety-tips.html)\n\n[Adventure Travelers](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/safety-tips\/adventure.html)\n\n[Boating Safety and Piracy](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/safety-tips\/boating-safety-piracy.html)\n\n[Business Travel and Work Abroad](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/safety-tips\/business.html)\n\n[Cruise Ships](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/safety-tips\/cruise-ships.html)\n\n[Faith-Based Travel](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/safety-tips\/faith-based.html)\n\n[Firearms](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/safety-tips\/firearms.html)\n\n[Hajj and Umrah Pilgrimage Travelers](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/safety-tips\/hajj-umrah-pilgrimage.html)\n\n[Journalists](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/safety-tips\/journalists.html)\n\n[Studying Abroad](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/safety-tips\/studying.html)\n\n[Volunteering Abroad](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/safety-tips\/volunteering.html)\n\n- [International Travel](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel.html)\n- Travel Advisories\n  - [Travel Advisories](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/travel-advisories.html)\n  - [STEP - Smart Traveler Enrollment Program](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/travel-advisories\/smart-traveler-enrollment-program.html)\n  - Global Events Affecting International Travel\n    - [Global Events Affecting International Travel](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/travel-advisories\/global-events.html)\n    - [Terrorism](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/travel-advisories\/global-events\/terrorism.html)\n    - [Worldwide Caution](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/travel-advisories\/global-events\/worldwide-caution.html)\n  - [High-Risk Areas](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/travel-advisories\/high-risk-areas.html)\n  - [Crime](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/travel-advisories\/crime.html)\n  - [Scams](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/travel-advisories\/scams.html)\n- Planning Your Travel\n  - [Planning Your Travel](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning.html)\n  - [International Travel Checklist](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/checklist.html)\n  - International Travel Guidance\n    - [International Travel Guidance](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/guidance.html)\n    - [DHS Trusted Traveler Programs](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/guidance\/dhs-trusted-traveler-program.html)\n    - [Driving and Transportation Safety Abroad](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/guidance\/driving-transportation.html)\n    - [Information for Travel Industry](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/guidance\/travel-industry.html)\n    - [Laws Abroad](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/guidance\/laws.html)\n    - [Lodging Safety](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/guidance\/lodging-safety.html)\n    - [Medicine and Health](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/guidance\/medicine-health.html)\n    - [Travel Insurance](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/guidance\/insurance.html)\n    - [U.S. Travelers in Europe](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/guidance\/europe.html)\n  - Personal Travel Needs\n    - [Personal Travel Needs](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/personal-needs.html)\n    - [Accessibility Needs](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/personal-needs\/accessibility.html)\n    - [Age 65+ Travelers](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/personal-needs\/age-65.html)\n    - [Dual Nationality](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/personal-needs\/dual-nationality.html)\n    - [Gay and Lesbian Travelers](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/personal-needs\/gay-lesbian.html)\n    - [Pets](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/personal-needs\/pets.html)\n    - [Race and Ethnicity Travel Safety](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/personal-needs\/race-ethnicity-safety.html)\n    - [Travel with Minors](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/personal-needs\/minors.html)\n    - [Women Travelers](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/personal-needs\/women.html)\n  - Safety Tips for Activities\n    - [Safety Tips for Activities](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/safety-tips.html)\n    - [Adventure Travelers](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/safety-tips\/adventure.html)\n    - [Boating Safety and Piracy](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/safety-tips\/boating-safety-piracy.html)\n    - [Business Travel and Work Abroad](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/safety-tips\/business.html)\n    - [Cruise Ships](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/safety-tips\/cruise-ships.html)\n    - [Faith-Based Travel](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/safety-tips\/faith-based.html)\n    - [Firearms](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/safety-tips\/firearms.html)\n    - [Hajj and Umrah Pilgrimage Travelers](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/safety-tips\/hajj-umrah-pilgrimage.html)\n    - [Journalists](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/safety-tips\/journalists.html)\n    - [Studying Abroad](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/safety-tips\/studying.html)\n    - [Volunteering Abroad](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/safety-tips\/volunteering.html)\n- Living Abroad Resources\n  - [Living Abroad Resources](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/living-abroad.html)\n  - [American Citizens Services Abroad](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/living-abroad\/acs.html)\n  - [Birth](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/living-abroad\/birth.html)\n  - [Marriage](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/living-abroad\/marriage.html)\n  - [Divorce](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/living-abroad\/divorce.html)\n  - [Death](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/living-abroad\/death.html)\n  - [Retirement](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/living-abroad\/retirement.html)\n  - [Federal Benefits and Obligations](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/living-abroad\/federal-benefits-obligations.html)\n  - [Criminal Records Checks](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/living-abroad\/criminal-records.html)\n  - [Voting from Abroad](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/living-abroad\/voting.html)\n- Help Abroad\n  - [Help Abroad](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/help-abroad.html)\n  - [Crisis Response and Evacuations](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/help-abroad\/crisis-response.html)\n  - [Lost or Stolen Passport Abroad](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/help-abroad\/lost-stolen-passport.html)\n  - [Victims of Crime](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/help-abroad\/victims-crime.html)\n  - [Arrest or Detention Abroad](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/help-abroad\/arrest-detention.html)\n  - [Missing U.S. Citizens Abroad](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/help-abroad\/missing-us-citizen.html)\n  - [Emergency Financial Assistance](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/help-abroad\/financial.html)\n\n[Intercountry Adoption Intercountry Adoption](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/content\/travel\/en\/Intercountry-Adoption.html)\n\nIntercountry Adoption\n\n[Intercountry Parental Child Abduction Intercountry Parental Child Abduction](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/content\/travel\/en\/International-Parental-Child-Abduction.html)\n\nIntercountry Parental Child Abduction\n\n[Replace or Certify Documents Replace or Certify Documents](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/content\/travel\/en\/replace-certify-docs.html)\n\nReplace or Certify Documents\n\n[Careers](https:\/\/careers.state.gov\/)\n\n[About](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/content\/travel\/en\/about-us.html)\n\n[Contacts](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/content\/travel\/en\/contact-us.html)\n\n[Login](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/content\/travel\/en\/about-us\/mytravelgov.html)\n\n1. [Home](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/content\/travel.html)\n2. [International Travel](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel.html)\n3. [Planning Your Travel](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning.html)\n4. International Travel Checklist\n\n- International Travel\n  In this section\n  - Travel Advisories\n    - [Travel Advisories](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/travel-advisories.html)\n    - [STEP - Smart Traveler Enrollment Program](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/travel-advisories\/smart-traveler-enrollment-program.html)\n    - Global Events Affecting International Travel\n      - [Global Events Affecting International Travel](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/travel-advisories\/global-events.html)\n      - [Terrorism](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/travel-advisories\/global-events\/terrorism.html)\n      - [Worldwide Caution](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/travel-advisories\/global-events\/worldwide-caution.html)\n    - [High-Risk Areas](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/travel-advisories\/high-risk-areas.html)\n    - [Crime](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/travel-advisories\/crime.html)\n    - [Scams](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/travel-advisories\/scams.html)\n  - Planning Your Travel\n    - [Planning Your Travel](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning.html)\n    - [International Travel Checklist](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/checklist.html)\n    - International Travel Guidance\n      - [International Travel Guidance](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/guidance.html)\n      - [DHS Trusted Traveler Programs](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/guidance\/dhs-trusted-traveler-program.html)\n      - [Driving and Transportation Safety Abroad](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/guidance\/driving-transportation.html)\n      - [Information for Travel Industry](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/guidance\/travel-industry.html)\n      - [Laws Abroad](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/guidance\/laws.html)\n      - [Lodging Safety](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/guidance\/lodging-safety.html)\n      - [Medicine and Health](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/guidance\/medicine-health.html)\n      - [Travel Insurance](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/guidance\/insurance.html)\n      - [U.S. Travelers in Europe](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/guidance\/europe.html)\n    - Personal Travel Needs\n      - [Personal Travel Needs](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/personal-needs.html)\n      - [Accessibility Needs](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/personal-needs\/accessibility.html)\n      - [Age 65+ Travelers](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/personal-needs\/age-65.html)\n      - [Dual Nationality](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/personal-needs\/dual-nationality.html)\n      - [Gay and Lesbian Travelers](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/personal-needs\/gay-lesbian.html)\n      - [Pets](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/personal-needs\/pets.html)\n      - [Race and Ethnicity Travel Safety](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/personal-needs\/race-ethnicity-safety.html)\n      - [Travel with Minors](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/personal-needs\/minors.html)\n      - [Women Travelers](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/personal-needs\/women.html)\n    - Safety Tips for Activities\n      - [Safety Tips for Activities](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/safety-tips.html)\n      - [Adventure Travelers](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/safety-tips\/adventure.html)\n      - [Boating Safety and Piracy](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/safety-tips\/boating-safety-piracy.html)\n      - [Business Travel and Work Abroad](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/safety-tips\/business.html)\n      - [Cruise Ships](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/safety-tips\/cruise-ships.html)\n      - [Faith-Based Travel](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/safety-tips\/faith-based.html)\n      - [Firearms](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/safety-tips\/firearms.html)\n      - [Hajj and Umrah Pilgrimage Travelers](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/safety-tips\/hajj-umrah-pilgrimage.html)\n      - [Journalists](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/safety-tips\/journalists.html)\n      - [Studying Abroad](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/safety-tips\/studying.html)\n      - [Volunteering Abroad](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/safety-tips\/volunteering.html)\n  - Living Abroad Resources\n    - [Living Abroad Resources](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/living-abroad.html)\n    - [American Citizens Services Abroad](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/living-abroad\/acs.html)\n    - [Birth](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/living-abroad\/birth.html)\n    - [Marriage](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/living-abroad\/marriage.html)\n    - [Divorce](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/living-abroad\/divorce.html)\n    - [Death](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/living-abroad\/death.html)\n    - [Retirement](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/living-abroad\/retirement.html)\n    - [Federal Benefits and Obligations](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/living-abroad\/federal-benefits-obligations.html)\n    - [Criminal Records Checks](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/living-abroad\/criminal-records.html)\n    - [Voting from Abroad](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/living-abroad\/voting.html)\n  - Help Abroad\n    - [Help Abroad](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/help-abroad.html)\n    - [Crisis Response and Evacuations](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/help-abroad\/crisis-response.html)\n    - [Lost or Stolen Passport Abroad](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/help-abroad\/lost-stolen-passport.html)\n    - [Victims of Crime](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/help-abroad\/victims-crime.html)\n    - [Arrest or Detention Abroad](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/help-abroad\/arrest-detention.html)\n    - [Missing U.S. Citizens Abroad](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/help-abroad\/missing-us-citizen.html)\n    - [Emergency Financial Assistance](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/help-abroad\/financial.html)\n\n# International Travel Checklist\nWhether you’re a first time or frequent traveler, follow this 5-step checklist to prepare for your travel abroad.\n\n1. ## Learn about your travel destination\n   Make sure you review the specific [Travel Advisories](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/travel-advisories.html) and local requirements. Select your destination to get tips from the U.S. embassy and more specific travel information.\n   \n   Search for your destination:\n   \n   Go\n   \n   - Travel Advisory level\n   - Tips from the U.S. embassy\n   - Entry, exit, and visa requirements\n   - Passport validity requirements\n   - U.S. embassy and consulate contact information\n   - Local laws and special circumstances\n   - Vaccine requirements and health information\n2. ## Join our Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP)\n   When you join STEP, you get important alerts and updates from the U.S. embassy or consulate for the destination in which you are visiting or living. STEP messages are sent to your email. It also helps the U.S. embassy or consulate reach you or your emergency contact in an emergency.\n   \n   [Enroll in STEP](https:\/\/mytravel.state.gov\/s\/step)\n   \n   - Security alerts\n   - Demonstration alerts\n   - Health alerts\n   - Weather or natural disaster alerts\n   - Travel Advisory updates\n   - Routine messages about U.S. embassy services\n3. ## Organize your required travel documents\n   Gather your required travel documents and make multiple copies. These copies will help you replace your originals if they are stolen or lost while traveling.\n   \n   - Give a set of copies to a trusted friend or family member.\n   - Keep a set of copies with you, separate from your originals.\n   - Take photos of your travel documents using your mobile phone.\n   ### Important travel documents\n   ### Valid U.S. passport\n   - Check your passport’s expiration date as soon as you start planning a trip. Passports for children under 16 are valid for only 5 years.\n   - Some countries –especially in [Europe](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/guidance\/europe.html) – require that your passport be valid for at least 6 more months after your travel dates.\n   - Need a new passport? [Apply early](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/content\/passports\/en\/passports.html) to avoid risk of delays.\n   - Review the information on [lost or stolen passports](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/help-abroad\/lost-stolen-passport.html) before going abroad.\n   ### Visa for the country you are visiting\n   - Some countries require a visa or electronic travel authorization to enter. Check with the foreign embassy of your destination for the most up to date requirements.\n   - You can also review the **Entry, Exit, and Visa Requirements** section in the [Travel Guidance](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/travel-advisories.html) for your destination.\n   ### Medications\n   - Some prescriptions and over the counter medications are not legal in foreign countries, even though they are legal in the United States. This includes prescription narcotics.\n   - Check with the **Health** section of the [Travel Guidance](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/travel-advisories.html) for your destination before you travel.\n   - Bring copies of all your prescriptions and labeled bottles.\n   ### Traveling with children\n   - If you are traveling with children without one or both of their parents, you may need legal documents showing custody or a notarized letter of permission from the other parent.\n   - This may be required even if 1 parent is traveling with the child.\n   - Check the **Entry, Exit, and Visa Requirements** section of the [Travel Guidance](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/travel-advisories.html) for your destination before you travel.\n   ### Driving abroad\n   - Many countries do not accept a U.S. driver's license. You may [need an International Driving Permit (IDP)](http:\/\/www.aaa.com\/vacation\/idpf.html) and extra auto insurance.\n   - Research if you need to purchase [auto insurance](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/guidance\/driving-transportation.html#auto-ins) to cover you while abroad.\n   - Learn more about[driving and road safety](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/guidance\/driving-transportation.html) while abroad.\n4. ## Review your travel needs and safety tips\n   Getting prepared for international travel may include your lodging, medical services, import restrictions, and more. Your preparations may vary depending on the country you are planning to visit.\n   \n   You can access these best practices to guide you in your plans:\n   \n   - [Crisis Response and Evacuations](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/help-abroad\/crisis-response.html)\n   - [DHS Trusted Traveler Programs](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/guidance\/dhs-trusted-traveler-program.html)\n   - [Medicine and Health](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/guidance\/medicine-health.html)\n   - [Laws Abroad](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/guidance\/laws.html)\n   - [Lodging Safety](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/guidance\/lodging-safety.html)\n   - [Travel Insurance](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/guidance\/insurance.html)\n   - [U.S. Travelers in Europe](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/guidance\/europe.html)\n   - [U.S. Centers for Disease Control travel advice](https:\/\/wwwnc.cdc.gov\/travel\/)\n   - [Country overviews from the World Health Organization](https:\/\/www.who.int\/countries)\n   \n   Certain types of travelers have personal needs or will take part in activities when traveling abroad. Check the list of personal needs and safety tips for activities to find the planning information for your trip. Make sure to review all that apply to your trip.\n   \n   Find information about your travel needs and safety tips for activities:\n   \n   Go\n   \n   Follow **@travelgov** social media channels for international travel updates: [Facebook](http:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pages\/Bureau-of-Consular-Affairs\/9229303148), [Instagram](https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/travelgov\/), and [X](http:\/\/twitter.com\/TravelGov).\n5. ## Consider buying travel insurance\n   **The U.S. government does not provide insurance or pay for any costs for U.S. citizens abroad.**\n   \n   We do not pay medical bills or unexpected travel costs. U.S. health insurance, including Medicare and Medicaid, usually do not cover care abroad. Review your plan details or contact your provider.\n   \n   We highly recommend that you consider purchasing **[travel medical insurance](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/guidance\/insurance.html)** before your trip to cover emergency medical care and medical evacuation. Medical care and medical evacuation coverage can be a separate plan or part of travel insurance that covers trip cancellation or interruption. Review policies carefully before purchasing to understand what they do and do not cover.\n   \n   - Travel health insurance\n   - Emergency medical evacuation\n   - International auto insurance\n\nLast Updated: August 11, 2025\n\nOwned by Overseas Citizens Services\n\n[Return to top](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/checklist.html#topOfPage)\n\n## Travel.State.Gov Services\n- [U.S. Passports](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/content\/travel\/en\/passports.html)\n- [U.S. Visas](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/content\/travel\/en\/us-visas.html)\n- [International Travel](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel.html)\n- [Intercountry Adoption](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/content\/travel\/en\/Intercountry-Adoption.html)\n- [International Parental Child Abduction](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/content\/travel\/en\/International-Parental-Child-Abduction.html)\n- [Replace or Certify Documents](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/content\/travel\/en\/replace-certify-docs.html)\n\n## Information\n- [About](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/content\/travel\/en\/about-us.html)\n- [Careers](https:\/\/careers.state.gov\/)\n- [Newsroom](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/content\/travel\/en\/News\/newsroom.html)\n- [Travel Advisories](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/travel-advisories.html)\n- [Find U.S. Embassies and Consulates](http:\/\/www.usembassy.gov\/)\n\n## Legal Resources\n- [Legal Information](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/content\/travel\/en\/legal.html)\n- [Info for U.S. Law Enforcement](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/content\/travel\/en\/consularnotification.html)\n- [Reports and Statistics](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/content\/travel\/en\/about-us\/reports-and-statistics.html)\n\n## Login\n- [MyTravelGov Login](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/content\/travel\/en\/about-us\/mytravelgov.html)\n\nThe State Department provides external links solely for our readers' information and convenience. [Disclaimer Details](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/content\/travel\/en\/copyright-disclaimer.html)\n\n## Follow Us\n- [![travelgov-on-Facebook](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/etc.clientlibs\/tsg_aem\/clientlibs\/clientlib-site\/resources\/images\/usa-icons\/facebook.svg)](http:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pages\/Bureau-of-Consular-Affairs\/9229303148)\n- [![travelgov-on-Instagram](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/etc.clientlibs\/tsg_aem\/clientlibs\/clientlib-site\/resources\/images\/usa-icons\/instagram.svg)](https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/travelgov\/)\n- [![travelgov-on-X](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/etc.clientlibs\/tsg_aem\/clientlibs\/clientlib-site\/resources\/images\/usa-icons\/x.svg)](http:\/\/twitter.com\/TravelGov)\n- [![travelgov-on-YouTube](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/etc.clientlibs\/tsg_aem\/clientlibs\/clientlib-site\/resources\/images\/usa-icons\/youtube.svg)](https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@TravelGov)\n- [![RSS](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/etc.clientlibs\/tsg_aem\/clientlibs\/clientlib-site\/resources\/images\/usa-icons\/rss_feed.svg)](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/content\/travel\/en\/rss.html)\n\n[![Department of State logo](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/etc.clientlibs\/tsg_aem\/clientlibs\/clientlib-site\/resources\/images\/tsg\/DoS_seal.png)](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/checklist.html)\n\nTravel.State.Gov\n\nAn official website of the [Department of State - Bureau of Consular Affairs](https:\/\/www.state.gov\/bureaus-offices\/under-secretary-for-management\/bureau-of-consular-affairs\/)\n\n- [About Department of State](https:\/\/www.state.gov\/about\/)\n- [Accessibility Support](https:\/\/www.state.gov\/section-508-accessibility-statement\/)\n- [Copyright and Disclaimer](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/content\/travel\/en\/copyright-disclaimer.html)\n- [FOIA Requests](https:\/\/foia.state.gov\/)\n- [No FEAR Act Data](https:\/\/www.state.gov\/key-topics-office-of-civil-rights\/eeo-no-fear-act-whistleblower-protection-acts\/)\n- [Office of the Inspector General](https:\/\/www.stateoig.gov\/)\n- [Performance reports](https:\/\/www.state.gov\/department-reports\/)\n- [Privacy Policy](https:\/\/www.state.gov\/privacy-policy\/)\n\nLooking for U.S. government information and services?\n\n- [USA.gov](https:\/\/www.usa.gov\/)\n- [USA.gov\/espanol](https:\/\/www.usa.gov\/espanol\/)\n- [GSA.gov](https:\/\/www.gsa.gov\/website-information\/accessibility-statement?_gl=1*1nik4kc*_ga*MzA0MDE3MTM0LjE3MDUwOTE0NjA.*_ga_HBYXWFP794*MTcyMDUzMDQzNS4xMDguMS4xNzIwNTMwNDM3LjAuMC4w]https:\/\/www.usa.gov\/)","attrs_readable_markdown":"Whether you’re a first time or frequent traveler, follow this 5-step checklist to prepare for your travel abroad.\n\n1. Make sure you review the specific [Travel Advisories](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/travel-advisories.html) and local requirements. Select your destination to get tips from the U.S. embassy and more specific travel information.\n   \n   Search for your destination:\n   \n   - Travel Advisory level\n   - Tips from the U.S. embassy\n   - Entry, exit, and visa requirements\n   - Passport validity requirements\n   - U.S. embassy and consulate contact information\n   - Local laws and special circumstances\n   - Vaccine requirements and health information\n2. When you join STEP, you get important alerts and updates from the U.S. embassy or consulate for the destination in which you are visiting or living. STEP messages are sent to your email. It also helps the U.S. embassy or consulate reach you or your emergency contact in an emergency.\n   \n   - Security alerts\n   - Demonstration alerts\n   - Health alerts\n   - Weather or natural disaster alerts\n   - Travel Advisory updates\n   - Routine messages about U.S. embassy services\n3. Gather your required travel documents and make multiple copies. These copies will help you replace your originals if they are stolen or lost while traveling.\n   \n   - Give a set of copies to a trusted friend or family member.\n   - Keep a set of copies with you, separate from your originals.\n   - Take photos of your travel documents using your mobile phone.\n   \n   ###\n   - Check your passport’s expiration date as soon as you start planning a trip. Passports for children under 16 are valid for only 5 years.\n   - Some countries –especially in [Europe](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/guidance\/europe.html) – require that your passport be valid for at least 6 more months after your travel dates.\n   - Need a new passport? [Apply early](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/content\/passports\/en\/passports.html) to avoid risk of delays.\n   - Review the information on [lost or stolen passports](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/help-abroad\/lost-stolen-passport.html) before going abroad.\n   ###\n   - Some countries require a visa or electronic travel authorization to enter. Check with the foreign embassy of your destination for the most up to date requirements.\n   - You can also review the **Entry, Exit, and Visa Requirements** section in the [Travel Guidance](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/travel-advisories.html) for your destination.\n   ###\n   - Some prescriptions and over the counter medications are not legal in foreign countries, even though they are legal in the United States. This includes prescription narcotics.\n   - Check with the **Health** section of the [Travel Guidance](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/travel-advisories.html) for your destination before you travel.\n   - Bring copies of all your prescriptions and labeled bottles.\n   ###\n   - If you are traveling with children without one or both of their parents, you may need legal documents showing custody or a notarized letter of permission from the other parent.\n   - This may be required even if 1 parent is traveling with the child.\n   - Check the **Entry, Exit, and Visa Requirements** section of the [Travel Guidance](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/travel-advisories.html) for your destination before you travel.\n   ###\n   - Many countries do not accept a U.S. driver's license. You may [need an International Driving Permit (IDP)](http:\/\/www.aaa.com\/vacation\/idpf.html) and extra auto insurance.\n   - Research if you need to purchase [auto insurance](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/guidance\/driving-transportation.html#auto-ins) to cover you while abroad.\n   - Learn more about[driving and road safety](https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/en\/international-travel\/planning\/guidance\/driving-transportation.html) while abroad.\n4. **The U.S. government does not provide insurance or pay for any costs for U.S. citizens abroad.**\n   \n   We do not pay medical bills or unexpected travel costs. U.S. health insurance, including Medicare and Medicaid, usually do not cover care abroad. 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Boilerpipe Text	Whether you’re a first time or frequent traveler, follow this 5-step checklist to prepare for your travel abroad. Make sure you review the specific Travel Advisories and local requirements. Select your destination to get tips from the U.S. embassy and more specific travel information. Search for your destination: Travel Advisory level Tips from the U.S. embassy Entry, exit, and visa requirements Passport validity requirements U.S. embassy and consulate contact information Local laws and special circumstances Vaccine requirements and health information When you join STEP, you get important alerts and updates from the U.S. embassy or consulate for the destination in which you are visiting or living. STEP messages are sent to your email. It also helps the U.S. embassy or consulate reach you or your emergency contact in an emergency. Security alerts Demonstration alerts Health alerts Weather or natural disaster alerts Travel Advisory updates Routine messages about U.S. embassy services Gather your required travel documents and make multiple copies. These copies will help you replace your originals if they are stolen or lost while traveling. Give a set of copies to a trusted friend or family member. Keep a set of copies with you, separate from your originals. Take photos of your travel documents using your mobile phone. Check your passport’s expiration date as soon as you start planning a trip. Passports for children under 16 are valid for only 5 years. Some countries –especially in Europe – require that your passport be valid for at least 6 more months after your travel dates. Need a new passport? Apply early to avoid risk of delays. Review the information on lost or stolen passports before going abroad. Some countries require a visa or electronic travel authorization to enter. Check with the foreign embassy of your destination for the most up to date requirements. You can also review the Entry, Exit, and Visa Requirements section in the Travel Guidance for your destination. Some prescriptions and over the counter medications are not legal in foreign countries, even though they are legal in the United States. This includes prescription narcotics. Check with the Health section of the Travel Guidance for your destination before you travel. Bring copies of all your prescriptions and labeled bottles. If you are traveling with children without one or both of their parents, you may need legal documents showing custody or a notarized letter of permission from the other parent. This may be required even if 1 parent is traveling with the child. Check the Entry, Exit, and Visa Requirements section of the Travel Guidance for your destination before you travel. Many countries do not accept a U.S. driver's license. You may need an International Driving Permit (IDP) and extra auto insurance. Research if you need to purchase auto insurance to cover you while abroad. Learn more about driving and road safety while abroad. The U.S. government does not provide insurance or pay for any costs for U.S. citizens abroad. We do not pay medical bills or unexpected travel costs. U.S. health insurance, including Medicare and Medicaid, usually do not cover care abroad. Review your plan details or contact your provider. We highly recommend that you consider purchasing travel medical insurance before your trip to cover emergency medical care and medical evacuation. Medical care and medical evacuation coverage can be a separate plan or part of travel insurance that covers trip cancellation or interruption. Review policies carefully before purchasing to understand what they do and do not cover. Travel health insurance Emergency medical evacuation International auto insurance
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[Emergency Financial Assistance](https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/help-abroad/financial.html) # International Travel Checklist Whether you’re a first time or frequent traveler, follow this 5-step checklist to prepare for your travel abroad. 1. ## Learn about your travel destination Make sure you review the specific [Travel Advisories](https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories.html) and local requirements. Select your destination to get tips from the U.S. embassy and more specific travel information. Search for your destination: Go - Travel Advisory level - Tips from the U.S. embassy - Entry, exit, and visa requirements - Passport validity requirements - U.S. embassy and consulate contact information - Local laws and special circumstances - Vaccine requirements and health information 2. ## Join our Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) When you join STEP, you get important alerts and updates from the U.S. embassy or consulate for the destination in which you are visiting or living. STEP messages are sent to your email. It also helps the U.S. embassy or consulate reach you or your emergency contact in an emergency. [Enroll in STEP](https://mytravel.state.gov/s/step) - Security alerts - Demonstration alerts - Health alerts - Weather or natural disaster alerts - Travel Advisory updates - Routine messages about U.S. embassy services 3. ## Organize your required travel documents Gather your required travel documents and make multiple copies. These copies will help you replace your originals if they are stolen or lost while traveling. - Give a set of copies to a trusted friend or family member. - Keep a set of copies with you, separate from your originals. - Take photos of your travel documents using your mobile phone. ### Important travel documents ### Valid U.S. passport - Check your passport’s expiration date as soon as you start planning a trip. Passports for children under 16 are valid for only 5 years. - Some countries –especially in [Europe](https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/planning/guidance/europe.html) – require that your passport be valid for at least 6 more months after your travel dates. - Need a new passport? [Apply early](https://travel.state.gov/content/passports/en/passports.html) to avoid risk of delays. - Review the information on [lost or stolen passports](https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/help-abroad/lost-stolen-passport.html) before going abroad. ### Visa for the country you are visiting - Some countries require a visa or electronic travel authorization to enter. Check with the foreign embassy of your destination for the most up to date requirements. - You can also review the Entry, Exit, and Visa Requirements section in the [Travel Guidance](https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories.html) for your destination. ### Medications - Some prescriptions and over the counter medications are not legal in foreign countries, even though they are legal in the United States. This includes prescription narcotics. - Check with the Health section of the [Travel Guidance](https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories.html) for your destination before you travel. - Bring copies of all your prescriptions and labeled bottles. ### Traveling with children - If you are traveling with children without one or both of their parents, you may need legal documents showing custody or a notarized letter of permission from the other parent. - This may be required even if 1 parent is traveling with the child. - Check the Entry, Exit, and Visa Requirements section of the [Travel Guidance](https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories.html) for your destination before you travel. ### Driving abroad - Many countries do not accept a U.S. driver's license. You may [need an International Driving Permit (IDP)](http://www.aaa.com/vacation/idpf.html) and extra auto insurance. - Research if you need to purchase [auto insurance](https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/planning/guidance/driving-transportation.html#auto-ins) to cover you while abroad. - Learn more about[driving and road safety](https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/planning/guidance/driving-transportation.html) while abroad. 4. ## Review your travel needs and safety tips Getting prepared for international travel may include your lodging, medical services, import restrictions, and more. Your preparations may vary depending on the country you are planning to visit. You can access these best practices to guide you in your plans: - [Crisis Response and Evacuations](https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/help-abroad/crisis-response.html) - [DHS Trusted Traveler Programs](https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/planning/guidance/dhs-trusted-traveler-program.html) - [Medicine and Health](https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/planning/guidance/medicine-health.html) - [Laws Abroad](https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/planning/guidance/laws.html) - [Lodging Safety](https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/planning/guidance/lodging-safety.html) - [Travel Insurance](https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/planning/guidance/insurance.html) - [U.S. Travelers in Europe](https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/planning/guidance/europe.html) - [U.S. Centers for Disease Control travel advice](https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/) - [Country overviews from the World Health Organization](https://www.who.int/countries) Certain types of travelers have personal needs or will take part in activities when traveling abroad. Check the list of personal needs and safety tips for activities to find the planning information for your trip. Make sure to review all that apply to your trip. Find information about your travel needs and safety tips for activities: Go Follow @travelgov social media channels for international travel updates: [Facebook](http://www.facebook.com/pages/Bureau-of-Consular-Affairs/9229303148), [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/travelgov/), and [X](http://twitter.com/TravelGov). 5. ## Consider buying travel insurance The U.S. government does not provide insurance or pay for any costs for U.S. citizens abroad. We do not pay medical bills or unexpected travel costs. U.S. health insurance, including Medicare and Medicaid, usually do not cover care abroad. Review your plan details or contact your provider. 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Readable Markdown	Whether you’re a first time or frequent traveler, follow this 5-step checklist to prepare for your travel abroad. 1. Make sure you review the specific [Travel Advisories](https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories.html) and local requirements. Select your destination to get tips from the U.S. embassy and more specific travel information. Search for your destination: - Travel Advisory level - Tips from the U.S. embassy - Entry, exit, and visa requirements - Passport validity requirements - U.S. embassy and consulate contact information - Local laws and special circumstances - Vaccine requirements and health information 2. When you join STEP, you get important alerts and updates from the U.S. embassy or consulate for the destination in which you are visiting or living. STEP messages are sent to your email. It also helps the U.S. embassy or consulate reach you or your emergency contact in an emergency. - Security alerts - Demonstration alerts - Health alerts - Weather or natural disaster alerts - Travel Advisory updates - Routine messages about U.S. embassy services 3. Gather your required travel documents and make multiple copies. These copies will help you replace your originals if they are stolen or lost while traveling. - Give a set of copies to a trusted friend or family member. - Keep a set of copies with you, separate from your originals. - Take photos of your travel documents using your mobile phone. ### - Check your passport’s expiration date as soon as you start planning a trip. Passports for children under 16 are valid for only 5 years. - Some countries –especially in [Europe](https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/planning/guidance/europe.html) – require that your passport be valid for at least 6 more months after your travel dates. - Need a new passport? [Apply early](https://travel.state.gov/content/passports/en/passports.html) to avoid risk of delays. - Review the information on [lost or stolen passports](https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/help-abroad/lost-stolen-passport.html) before going abroad. ### - Some countries require a visa or electronic travel authorization to enter. Check with the foreign embassy of your destination for the most up to date requirements. - You can also review the Entry, Exit, and Visa Requirements section in the [Travel Guidance](https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories.html) for your destination. ### - Some prescriptions and over the counter medications are not legal in foreign countries, even though they are legal in the United States. This includes prescription narcotics. - Check with the Health section of the [Travel Guidance](https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories.html) for your destination before you travel. - Bring copies of all your prescriptions and labeled bottles. ### - If you are traveling with children without one or both of their parents, you may need legal documents showing custody or a notarized letter of permission from the other parent. - This may be required even if 1 parent is traveling with the child. - Check the Entry, Exit, and Visa Requirements section of the [Travel Guidance](https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories.html) for your destination before you travel. ### - Many countries do not accept a U.S. driver's license. You may [need an International Driving Permit (IDP)](http://www.aaa.com/vacation/idpf.html) and extra auto insurance. - Research if you need to purchase [auto insurance](https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/planning/guidance/driving-transportation.html#auto-ins) to cover you while abroad. - Learn more about[driving and road safety](https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/planning/guidance/driving-transportation.html) while abroad. 4. The U.S. government does not provide insurance or pay for any costs for U.S. citizens abroad. We do not pay medical bills or unexpected travel costs. U.S. health insurance, including Medicare and Medicaid, usually do not cover care abroad. Review your plan details or contact your provider. We highly recommend that you consider purchasing [travel medical insurance](https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/planning/guidance/insurance.html) before your trip to cover emergency medical care and medical evacuation. Medical care and medical evacuation coverage can be a separate plan or part of travel insurance that covers trip cancellation or interruption. Review policies carefully before purchasing to understand what they do and do not cover. - Travel health insurance - Emergency medical evacuation - International auto insurance
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