Medical Considerations – Passports – Packing List
Medical Considerations
Because each person’s medical history is unique, we advise all participants to seek professional medical advice regarding the programme that they are about to undertake. It is possible that participants will require vaccinations or medication before setting out on this journey. Family doctors are the best place to begin your inquiries.
You may also wish to consult Travel Health Service, Depart of Health, HKSAR.
You may also wish to consult Hong Kong’s Centre for Health Protection.
Passports
Participants must ensure that their passports are valid for at least 6 months beyond the last date of travel associated with this programme. If it is not, the participant may be refused entry to the host country. Each passport must also have 2 clear pages for visas and official stamps/chops. Each participant is responsible for checking his/her own passport details.
Packing List: Click here for detailed packing list
Luggage
- Travel light. Have only (1) suitcase to check-in and (1) small carry-on.
- Both bags must have identification tags (with your name, home address, and telephone number).
- Any valuables should be in the carry-on bag.
- Carry-on luggage must not contain any sharp objects or liquids.
- Check- in luggage must not contain lithium batteries.
Clothing
- clothes appropriate for the climate and season (see climate section of the website)
- light rain jacket
- comfortable footwear to wear during free time
- sturdy, closed-toe walking shoes also suitable for work site
- durable trousers for work site
- T-shirts that can be worn on work site (may get damaged)
- flip flops (suitable for showers and swimming)
- Swimwear (bikinis not suggested)
- underwear and socks
- sunglasses and hat
- pajamas
Health and Hygiene Items
- personal hygiene products (toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, deodorant, etc.)
- sunscreen and insect repellent
- any medication you normally take, in their original bottles with the prescription clearly indicated
- earplugs (communal sleeping can be loud)
Other Items
- travel documents
- programme booklet
- one small daypack (this could also be your carry-on bag)
- camera, batteries, and memory cards
- electrical adaptor (see Programme Booklet for details)
- alarm clock
- pens and pencils
- reading material
- playing cards
- torch (flashlight)
- reusable water container
- Do NOT bring any expensive watches or jewelry
Money
- Suggested to bring 200HKD and 400RMB maximum for snacks/souvenirs
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