Documentation: A tourist for travel and during travel needs various documents such as, passport, visa, ticket, health documents and insurance etc. A tourist is governed by the law and regulations in force in the country which he visits. A tourism professional dealing with outbound and inbound tourists should be well versed with the information about what travel documentation do I need to travel outside his country and the preparation of these travel documentation. The various travel documents required for international travel include: 

i. Passport: An official document issued by the traveler’s country of origin that certifies ones identity and citizenship and permits him to travel abroad. Passport is universally accepted international document that is sufficient for crossing the border and provides a person’s identity and nationality. All passengers need a valid passport for international travel, regardless of the destination, but some countries require at least six months validity remaining on the passport.

ii. Visa: A stamp marked on the applicants passport or a certificate issued by the immigration authorities of the country the traveler is visiting to indicate that the applicants credentials have been verified and he or she has been granted permission to enter the country for a temporary stay within a Specified period.

iii. Air Ticket: Confirmed returned air ticket. A one way air ticket is accepted only for students or working professionals (Student Visa or Work Visa holders), as well as dependents of the working professionals.

iv. Travel Insurance: An insurance product designed to cover the costs and reduce the risk associated with unexpected events during domestic or international travel. Travel insurance usually covers the insured in two main categories: costs associated with medical expenses and trip cancellations.