You know, you got your Visa, and you are now travelling to Germany.

The reasons for travelling to Germany can be many, some people want to add another Country Name to their Travel list, others want to get lost in the foreign cities to be found, some want to experience the perfect work life Balance, some want to pursue their master’s and spread their wings.

How much ever exciting it sounds, it’s still a hectic Job. The Shopping, the packing, the weighing and the unpacking and repacking…!!! 😀 Since its a lengthy procedure, a list could help spare the mess and do Wonders. So, here’s a list of things we think are necessary for your stay and Germany.

Primary List for a travel to Germany

These are the things that you need to keep ready before travelling to Germany. You can’t pack these things in a hustle. These documents are kind of obvious, but its better put a tick on it right in the beginning.

• Air tickets, because you can’t fly without it
• Your Visa and Passport, because you can’t leave the country without these, eh!?
• Financial documentation and admission letter, the evidence for the purpose of your travel
• All original certificates and other documents, because no other form such as E-copy or a copy will be accepted
• The cash, specifically the Euro, you’ll need this right after your arrival
• The Traveller’s cheque, because the cash is not enough
• Passport sized Photos, because getting it done one day before you need a photo will cost you a lot of money and effort

Electronic Appliances and Computer Accessories

You get a wide range of electronic appliances and computer accessories here in Germany. If you’re planning to buy a gadget before travelling to Germany, you can also rethink it, as the price range won’t differ a lot from that of India. One can buy good laptops, phones, iPads and Tablets here. However, for your existing gadgets you need to carry some stuff. Here’s a list of those things

1. Electrical converter, as the sockets are different, and you will need this right after your arrival.
2. CDs and a Hard disk, as buying these there in Germany is quite expensive.
3. Laptop and Mobile Phone with accessories, you won’t forget it, but still!!
4. Pen drives, for easy transfer of data.
5. Scientific Calculator, if you need it.

Food Items

After the family and friends, this is what you will miss dearly…!!! The food
Try to pack as many things as possible, because there are somethings that you don’t fine easily in Germany
I would however miss it first 😅

1. The packet masalas, to cook chole, pao bhaji, sambhar, rajma and sabji, this is all you need.!!
2. The spices like chili powder, turmeric powder and coriander powder, because we can’t cook without them
3. Ghee, pickle and papad, because khichdi ke 4 yaar ghee, papad, dahi, achaar!!
4. Wheat flour or rice, not to stock but just for the bumpy beginning, you’ll at least know what you’re eating, if nothing else
5. Ready to cook, namkeen and snacks, because you munch a lot when you’re sad, happy, lonely or in someone’s company

Utensils

You will get all fancy and various sorts of Pans, Spatulas and Dishes. You must only carry the things, which you can’t find easily in Germany

1. Pressure Cooker, a small one will suffice, it’s like the one stop shop to cook many dishes.
2. The Wood Base, the Rolling Pin and the Tong, how else will you make your Rotis
3. The Pan, a general non-stick pan for Rotis and Dosas
4. The small Strainer, because the way you make the tea is not the way they make the tea

Medicines

It’s easy to get any sorts of general medicines here in India. You don’t need a doctor’s Prescription to buy any, but in Germany, the line of treatment for simple cold, cough and fever doesn’t include Medicines but natural home remedies to cure the Problem. However, we are used to our patterns here, so it’s better to carry some general Medicines

1. General Medicines, for headache, stomachache, cold, cough and fever
2. First aid Box, with Band-Aids, Dressing material, Dettol and Ointment, because with the time you’ll also need the correct medicine to heal your wounds
3. Pain Reliefs, either the ointments or the spray will help your pains and sprains go away
4. Vicks, Zandu balm and Iodex, to shoo away the Headaches

Miscellaneous

You have already packed the min things. These are just the things, that slip our minds but can be important to carry before travelling to Germany.

1. Needle and Sewing Thread, just a quick stitch, that keeps away the Glitch
2. Buttons and Hooks, to keep all your clothes in function
3. Bedsheets, because the new ones don’t always feel nice
4. Small lock and key, just in case you want to secure something and hide away

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