One of the most important documents that you must have before you travel, a passport is often issued by the state department. It authorizes you to leave the country and fly to another destination. When applying for a passport, do it early so its processing does not inconvenience your trip, and work closely with the relevant state departments to secure your passport at the right time. Failure to secure your passport through the right channels of state departments can affect your trip. Permits and visas This is important to ensure that you are accepted in the country you intend to visit. Different countries have different travel regulations, so you need to find out from the embassy of the country you want to visit what you need to be accepted into the country. Also, people travel for different reasons so the embassy will ask you to clarify the purpose of your visit. Bags and suitcases Based on the purpose of your visit, you can determine the number of bags and suitcases you need for your luggage. Choose good quality bags with compartments that can hold your belongings effectively. You can have one or more checked-in suitcases but you should also have a backpack to carry small items such as tickets and documents that you need to access quite often while travelling. International currency Once you leave your country, you will have to pay with a different currency. Therefore, ensure that you have an adequate amount of foreign currency from the country you want to visit. Consult with your bank or financial institution to get appropriate assistance about this. Pre-travel medical screening Every time you travel overseas, you need a medical checkup to ensure you are free from any illness. If you are on a specific medication, remember to take it with you. Your doctor can advise you appropriately on this matter.