International student luggage: what to bring, how many kg and how to avoid excess fees

🔄 Cập nhật lần cuối: 07/10/26

“Bring what?” is the eternal question of every family with children studying abroad. If you bring too little, it costs money to buy it back. If you bring too much, you pay an excess fee — sometimes more expensive than the item itself. This article helps you organize your luggage smartly.

1. Know your ticket's baggage allowance

The limit depends on the airline, ticket class and flight route — some flights only allow 20–23kg, some flights allow 2 bags or 40–46kg for students. Check before packing your suitcase, and if you need to bring a lot, buy extra luggage in advance instead of paying at the counter.

2. Checked baggage should be included

• Seasonal clothing (especially jackets if flying in the cold season)
• Thin blankets and small pillows for the first few days
• Learning tools and specialized books are difficult to buy
• A few sealed dry goods (check the destination country's food import regulations)

3. Hand luggage — the "brain" of the trip

• Passport, visa, admission letter, air tickets, insurance
• Laptop, phone, backup charger (lithium batteries must be portable)
• Personal medicine with prescription
• A spare set of clothes in case your checked baggage is lost

4. Things you should not bring

Liquids over 100ml in carry-ons, sharp objects, lithium batteries in checked-in, fresh meat, fruit, seeds... Many countries such as Australia and New Zealand control food very strictly and can impose heavy fines if not declared.

5. When luggage is lost

Make a record (PIR) right at the lost baggage counter at the arrival airport, keep the baggage tag and contact a specialist. The VeDuHoc team supports you in monitoring and working with the company.

Little tip

Weigh your suitcase at home, leaving 1–2kg extra; label with name + phone number; Take photos of your luggage before sending it. Want to know which leg has the most luggage for your journey? Let us help you compare.

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