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Can the US embassy help a broke American citizen overstayed in the Emirates?

8/13/2017 3:50:50 PM U.S. Embassy & Consulate in the United Arab Emirates Emergency Financial Assistance U.S. consuls can assist U.S. citizens abroad who are temporarily destitute due to unforeseen circumstances. U.S. citizens in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain who find themselves in these circumstances should contact the Embassy in Abu Dhabi. U.S. citizens in Dubai […]

How can I preclude border agents from seeing emails on my laptop?

3/27/2017 5:05:53 PM This problem is encountered all the time by lawyers crossing the border, who are legally obliged to keep their communications confidential, but also face the prospect of having their laptops searched. The solution almost always chosen is not to keep confidential information on the computer. Any contents you want protected is encrypted […]

Exchange Polish Zloty to Malaysian Ringgit (MYR) in Malaysia?

Exchange Polish Zloty to Malaysian Ringgit (MYR) in Malaysia?

3/24/2017 1:10:51 PM You won’t be able to exchange this money, it’s deprecated since 1995. Then PLN was introduced (standing for PoLish New) with value 1 new zloty = 10 000 old zlotys. Even before denomination the money you have would be worth nothing, around 7 euro cents. If you bought this you’ve been scammed, […]

Is there a program for Malaysia-Singapore commuters to avoid passport stamps (so the passport doesn't get full)?

4/20/2018 1:41:32 PM Answer to my own question: I was able to apply for (in Singapore) and obtain a MACS sticker in my passport for 30 ringgit, issued to foreigners other than nationals of Afghanistan, Colombia, Israel and African countries. Holders don’t get their passports stamped in or out of Malaysia, can be processed at […]

Can a (slightly) damaged suitcase be used as checked luggage?

3/23/2017 4:22:22 PM As Andrew said, it’s very unlikely that they’ll prevent you from checking it in. I flew from the UK to Sweden last year. The suitcase I had was broken: the handle was locked in the topmost position, and it was impossible to “push it back” into the suitcase again. The airline had […]

Why are there yellow dot stickers on the front doors of businesses in Russia?

Why are there yellow dot stickers on the front doors of businesses in Russia?

8/5/2019 10:20:15 AM This means “there’s a glass door, please don’t go through it without opening first”. If it contains black curl, then it also means “you can order delivery via Yandex.Food” (a service similar to Uber Eats and friends where you order via smartphone app or web browser). Why do airlines try to repair […]

How to use purchased train tickets for London Heathrow Underground to Norwich

6/18/2017 9:39:15 AM The answers provided helped me a lot. Here is my actual experience though- From the Heathrow T2, I headed to the -2 level of the train station. From here I (paid £30) for and took the Heathrow Express to Paddington station. It was all of 15 minutes on the Heathrow express. At […]

Is it possible to get a transit visa for UK within a few hours?

3/18/2017 9:38:31 AM Just to be clear, without the UK transit visa, your friend will not be allowed to board the Zurich to London flight. His options, therefore, are only one: to change his itinerary so as to not pass through the UK. There is no reasonable way to obtain a UK visa within “hours”. […]

UK Visitors and NHS Health Services

3/7/2017 10:33:15 PM Before I get to your question, there is one important note to make to what you’ve said in your question. As a non-resident, you are not entitled to free emergency treatment from the NHS. Instead, you may be invoiced (depending on nature of the emergency) after the service and will be obligated […]

Travelling from the UK to Canada with muddy running shoes in my luggage

4/16/2017 11:18:33 AM It might depend on the year. Some years ago when there was a foot-and-mouth pandemic in the UK, they were stricter on entering Canada than they are usually (including a mat for everyone to walk on). Once (maybe a different year) I entered with muddy hiking boots. They immersed the boots in […]

Outgoing ticket when leaving China by land

3/18/2017 12:14:54 AM Observation: Never have we been asked to show a return ticket when entering China. I always have a printout of our tickets with me, never have I pulled it out. Documents required by Indian citizens wishing to travel to Nepal 3/20/2017 3:40:13 AM Firstly you have to differentiate between getting a visa […]

Why do airlines try to repair planes at gates?

10/15/2018 12:21:55 AM Airlines are required to follow FAA rules, which includes ground maintenance. Be glad they’re not running repairs mid-flight. Also, realise a plane is one massive object: timing and directing on board passengers on or off a plane is not as simple as it looks. Rather than waste more time getting people off […]

Do British citizens need a passport to visit the Republic of Ireland?

3/22/2017 3:39:36 PM You can, if you are lucky. My nan once flew from Newcastle to Dublin with only her bus pass, but she was always lucky. There are two different questions here, 1) will you get through immigration, and 2) will you be allowed on the plane. Immigration does not require a passport for […]

Is it true that you can receive emergency care in the UK completely free of charge?

3/8/2017 3:11:01 PM Is the claim true? Will the hospital discharge you without presenting any bill? For emergency care, it seems true. For any other care you will get billed. Please remember that emergency care is usually considered “what ever it takes to make sure you don’t die.” So if you get hit by a […]

Documents required by Indian citizens wishing to travel to Nepal

3/12/2019 3:59:14 PM You must carry passport or Election Card if you are flying to Kathmandu. I faced today the shocking incident when immigration refused to check in for Del to Kathmandu. Jet airways flight. So sorry, I warn all the Indian citizen to do not make such mistake. Thank you Finding the train station […]

Is it possible to receive packages to a private address in the US if you're not listed as living there?

Is it possible to receive packages to a private address in the US if you're not listed as living there?

2/15/2017 9:25:48 AM An issue here (UK, perhaps someone could comment from the US as I’m sure it will be a little different), is that if there’s someone in when a parcel is delivered (or it’s small and doesn’t need signing for so goes in the letter box), you’re fine. But if there’s no one […]

Finding the train station at Copenhagen airport

Finding the train station at Copenhagen airport

3/21/2017 5:48:20 PM As Henrik mentions, it is very easy to find the trains. Exiting the baggage claims area, you enter into Terminal 3 at the airport (not Terminal 2, which only has check-in). Walking straight ahead, simply follow the line marked by black floor tiles, and you will arrive at a point with elevators […]

Are dual US citizens affected by President Trump's ban on Iran, Iraq, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, Syria, Yemen?

3/9/2017 3:36:10 AM My wife’s mother is from Iran. She is also a United States citizen. She will go back and forth to USA/Iran since family is still there. My wife’s mother just tried coming back into the USA and they denied her entry stating she was in Iran for too long. She’s had dual […]

Which city in Burgundy is it on this Samsung ad?

Which city in Burgundy is it on this Samsung ad?

6/8/2018 11:34:39 PM To expand other answers: judging from the angle (Chain Bridge‘s east pillar appearing exactly below Margaret Bridge‘s middle pillar on Margaret Island), the picture was most probably taken from the Gellért Hill in Budapest, at about this point: (Street view link to Google Maps or Google Earth). I believe either they edited […]

Are "adults-only" hotels the same as love motels?

9/22/2017 1:58:53 PM I have been to some Hotels in Japan, that were tagged Adult only and not Love Hotels. A lot of traditional hotels (Ryokan) have this tag as well, and you get separate foutons, aswell as dinner and breakfast included. Most of the Love Hotels do not show up on popular booking sites, […]

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