🎒 [Study Abroad Guide] Before your child goes abroad, parents should prepare more than just luggage! A reassuring checklist for Taiwanese students and their parents studying abroad.

For many families, receiving an acceptance letter is not only a source of pride but also the beginning of worries. Beyond packing luggage, parents are more concerned about: Is my child adapting well? What to do in an emergency? How to ensure a stable supply of tuition and living expenses? To help your child's study journey in Taiwan be more grounded, be sure to keep these two important preparation checklists: 1. Adaptation to Life in Taiwan and Legal Knowledge Studying abroad means entering a whole new living environment. Besides visas, there are many "invisible gears" to prepare: Digitize important documents: Be sure to scan and back up your passport, visa, admission letter, etc., to the cloud for emergencies. Complete administrative procedures and healthcare: The first priority upon arrival is to apply for an Alien Resident Certificate (ARC) and National Health Insurance (NHI). It's recommended to bring common medications initially until you are familiar with Taiwan's healthcare system. Work regulations and scam prevention: Foreign students "must" apply for a work permit to work in Taiwan, with a weekly limit of 20 hours during the semester. More importantly, be sure to remind your child to "never lend or sell their bank account" to avoid becoming an accomplice in fraud and money laundering! Stay connected: Prepare a SIM card or eSIM in advance so your child can report their safety immediately upon landing. 2. Establish Long-Term Cross-Border Financial Support Tuition and living expenses are ongoing costs throughout the study abroad period. Plan finances early: It is recommended that parents establish a remittance plan early, choosing legal cross-border remittance services with transparent exchange rates and fees. Utilize digital financial tools: Many banking apps (like Vietnam's VPBank NEO, etc.) now offer convenient online international remittance functions. Not only can you track progress in real-time, but subsequent remittances can also save parents significant time by eliminating the hassle of repeatedly submitting supporting documents. 💌 To all study abroad parents: The best luggage parents can give their children is not a suitcase full of instant noodles and clothes, but continuous support and companionship. Believe that with thorough preparation, your children will surely soar confidently in this new world of Taiwan! 🗣️ Discussion time for RtiTalk readers: Thinking back to when you first came to Taiwan to study or work, what was the one thing your parents worried about the most or reminded you of most often (e.g., Did you eat enough? Were you scammed? Did you wear warm enough clothes?)? Feel free to share your warm memories in the comments below! 👇