WHAT TO PREPARE FOR YOUR STUDIES AT NALA

The following is a checklist of items that you will need on your stay here in the Philippines. Other items are available for purchase in the Philippines.

  1. Passport – valid for at least 6 months.
  2. Tickets/e-tickets – round trip tickets. Your English name should be indicated on the tickets.Make sure it matches the name on your passport.
  3. Visa – Foreigners can stay for 30 days without a VISA.After entry to the Philippines (1ST 59 days), an application for extension should be made.
  4. Photo – 5 pieces (2×2 size or 50.8 x 50.8mm) -no eyeglasses.If you are taking the IELTS or TOEIC TEST, be sure to prepare a passport sized photo.
  5. Insurance – Medical or Travel Insurance (Optional)
  6. Other Documents – Medical or Travel Insurance (Optional)
  7. Money and Debit Card- Cash Card/Credit Card
  8. Laptop or Tablet and necessary gadget accessories –ear set/headset
  9. Electronic dictionary
  10. Alarm Clock/Cellphone
  11. Household Medicine – bandages, cold/flu medicine, mosquito repellant, etc.
  12. Toiletries – toothpaste, toothbrushes, razors, soap, towels, etc.
  13. School supplies and reading materials – pens, notebooks etc.
  14. Clothing – Bring mostly light clothing such as shirts, shorts, pants etc. due to the tropical climate of the Philippines. Heavy clothes such as long sleeves/jackets may be worn for cooler nights.
  15. Digital camera/waterproof camera for adventurers (Optional)
  16. Sunglasses, swimwear, slippers, shoes, hats, handbags, sunscreen etc.
  17. Umbrella (summer or rainy season)

Reminders :

– After buying tickets, the airline security will be checking the luggage capacity. Please check with your Airline carrier as luggage capacity may vary.
– Passengers are advised to be at the airport 2 hours before the departure time.

– For any questions/ emergency concerns contact 032-236-1718 (NALA local phone).
– Upon arrival, students will be given the time to exchange currency, go to the bank, and buy personal items at nearby shopping malls