Your Survival Kit for Going Abroad
Essential English expressions and cultural tips organized by your first days abroad. Master these and you’ll handle anything from airport arrivals to your first GP registration.
The Survival Kit covers 0 essential guides organized into two phases: your first 72 hours (airport to accommodation) and your first week (banking, transport, campus registration). Each guide includes key English expressions and cultural tips specific to your destination country.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should international students do in their first 72 hours abroad?
Key tasks include: passing through immigration, getting from the airport to your accommodation, activating a local SIM card, doing your first grocery shop, and introducing yourself to your landlord or roommates. Having the right English phrases ready makes each step much smoother.
What English phrases do I need at the airport?
Essential phrases: "I'm here to study at [university]", "I'll be staying for [duration]", "My accommodation address is...", "Where is the [bus/train] to [city]?", "How much is a single ticket to...?", and "Can I pay by card?".
How should I prepare my English before going abroad?
Focus on practical survival English rather than academic English. Practice the specific scenarios you'll encounter in your first week: customs questions, asking for directions, making small purchases, and basic introductions. Eversay provides AI-powered practice for all these situations.