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July 26, 2013 - Things to Remember While Travelling From Japan to USA
When you are planning to travel around the world, getting organized can be frightening for some people. As such, one might end up forgetting some important things that they ought to do. For instance, when traveling from Japan to the USA, one important thing to remember is to have valid traveling documents. Travellers should ensure they apply for the relevant papers before proceeding with other travel arrangements. All foreigners seeking permanent residence in the USA are required to obtain an immigrant visa. On the other hand, there is a non-immigrant Visa for those who plan to have a temporary stay.
Some countries qualify to participate in the US Visa Waiver Program (VWP): Japan is one of these countries. Any international traveller wishing to visit the USA under this program is subject to enhanced security requirements via ESTA. This is simply an online application that will determine one's eligibility to travel to the USA as a visitor. When submitting this application, you need to have some documents like biometric passport, valid credit card, flight confirmation as well as the place where you will stay. The following are other things that you should remember while travelling.
Things to remember while travelling from Japan to USA
Backpacks or suitcases
This will be determined by the number of days you will stay in US. If you are planning to stay in the US for more than 6 months, it is good to carry a backpack. You will pack all the essential things that you cannot do without them; these are the grooming items, undergarments as well as clothes to wear. You need to manage your luggage. It should be small so that you can keep it in the cabin.
Check your Finances
It is advisable to talk to your bank once you have planned to travel. This will prevent your funds from being cancelled while you are away. You will also be advised if you will use your bank card when in US. You also need to take with you a mixture of money, credit and debit card.
Avoid jetlag
It is good for you to drink plenty of water and make sure you stick to simple foods. You need to avoid taking some beverages like alcohol while you are travelling.
Stay healthy
When you decide to travel, you need to visit your doctor and obtain medical advice before you travel. Your doctor will help you with any vaccination advice that may be of important to you during your stay in the USA. You need to visit your doctor in advance because some vaccinations need to be repeated.
Once you are ready to travel you should now find out all the things that are restricted to US. This is because there is some merchandise that is forbidden by law to enter the USA. All these prohibited merchandise needs you to have a special permit so as to be allowed into USA. You should also confirm if you can be allowed to carry some fruits and dairy product to US.
