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World traveler information for Republic of the Congo. Visas,
flights, hotels, health precautions, travel
advisories
and exchange rates.
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The Traveller's Checklist
Several weeks before you plan to leave:
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Study Republic of the Congo and its laws and customs.
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Check the climate and organize suitable
clothing.
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Learn some useful foreign phrases - It's not only
polite but also the local people in Republic of the Congo will
respect you for it!
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Consider your personal safety on your trip
and check the latest travel advice (see
links above).
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See your doctor or Travel Health Centre and
have any recommended vaccinations. (Be aware
that some vaccinations can take up to six
months to become fully effective.)
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If you already have a passport, make sure it
is valid for at least six months from the
planned date of entry to another country.
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If you need a new passport, apply for it in
plenty of time.
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If you have a disability, check the
facilities of places you wish to visit in
Republic of the Congo.
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Book your ticket(s) and arrange
travel insurance.
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Use the link above to find out what visas
you need and obtain them with plenty of time
to spare.
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Check if any medication you normally carry
is legal in Republic of the Congo.
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Double-check that you have adequate health
and travel insurance.
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Book a hotel
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arrival.
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Get an adaptor plug for electrical gear you
plan to take.
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Check what your Duty-Free allowance is if
you plan on shopping abroad.
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Organize your travellers cheques, credit
cards, ATM cards and try to obtain some of
the local foreign currency in cash - before
you leave.
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If you're taking your mobile phone, check
with your telephone company if your GSM and
SIM card will work in Republic of the Congo.
In
the days just prior to your departure:
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Re-check the current travel advice for all
countries you plan to visit.
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Re-confirm your reservations with your
travel agent or the airline.
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Double-check your travel documents.
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Leave a copy of your itinerary, visa,
passport photo page, credit card &
travellers cheque details with family member
or a friend. Also pack your own copy of
these documents separately from your handbag
or wallet. Just in case.
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Label all your suitcases and cabin luggage
clearly with your name and contact details.
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And finally - Have a safe and great trip!
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