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WORKING OUTSIDE OF YOUR COUNTRY
 

Now going abroad either to work or look for work can be fun and an very interesting way to expand and develop your outlook on life.
But if you have any sense you will make sure that you know something about the country that you are about to set off to, as well as that country's policy on foreign workers ( the foreigner will be you) such as whether or not you will need certain items like visa's and work permits.
Because if you do not get your research right, what may seem like a dream idea can soon turn into a complete nightmare if you have not got your facts straight.
Before you get too excited, do check before leaving the country your contract for the "what if" factor - make sure your contract does not hold unreasonable terms for compliance such as they will sue you for all costs if you refuse to do some of the work they offer you or take up any "opportunities". Make sure that you have a return flight ticket (even if it is open ended) and a mobile that will work in that country and keep it charged to keep contact with family or loved ones so they know you are safe. Always take the contact and address details of your country Embassy in case you get into ANY difficulties.

Before you go leaping off to any country, you must make up your mind that you will be sensible to hold onto your own passport and return flight ticket- do not surrender these to anyone else as instances have been experienced of girls becoming stranded and made to work in situations they did not want to such as glamour & porn to get their tickets & passports back!

If you are taken out to be "entertained" be very careful of your drinks - many places are quite notorious for older businessmen spiking young models drinks. Do not be naive, yes be entertained but do not be the entertainment and make sure you do not leave your drinks around!

Never leave yourself nearly broke in a foreign country- make sure you have the flight or fare to get home if you need to. Sadly our comment sounds quite scary, but we have to warn you of what can happen before you go so that you keep you whits about you and remain in control.

Let us be frank, some countries can be a bit of a cultural shock to those who do not quite know what to expect. So our advice is that you need to find out as much as you can in the time space that you have before leaving for your destination. The access to information is easy to obtain through the tip of your fingers via the web... so use it and be well informed before you leave this country.

Your essential baggage for working abroad.

1. Your passport, travel insurance, driving licence and travel details with tickets.
2. Information on the places you are going to plus Embassy & Consulate details per country you intend to visit.
3. A small wallet to keep your money, travellers cheques and any credit cards with you safely at all times.
4. A mobile telephone. Make sure that you can use it abroad and also that you know how to use it overseas (dial connection etc.).
5. Your diary and address book for details of return flights, and appointments when you are out there.
6. All toiletries, and any makeup if you wear it, eye drops, and especially immodium for sensitive tummies. Any medication you require.
7. All your publicity material, such as photographs, model cards, portfolio, your demonstration tapes or CD's.
8. Your chosen wardrobe plus remember your shoes/ sandals!
9. All necessary electrical items... Plus a two pin adapter plug for sockets not compatible with our UK electrical items.
10. Always ensure that you have upon you proof of any medical condition in case of accidents, and especially if you are going to take personal medication with you.

And do not forget about this essential list for models.