Before traveling, make sure that your passport is valid for at least six months beyond the expiry; this will ensure some unnecessary problems at the immigration check points. Always make copies of your passport and keep them separately from where you keep your passport. In case of missing passport, your identity can be established much quicker with your embassy.

Always make sure that if you do require a visa before entering an intended foreign destination. Project Visa has one of the best information on visa and immigration requirements. However, it is good for reference only, please make sure you double check with the country’s visa and immigration authorities.