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Prepare Luggage


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Decide what should be included in the suitcases that travel with you, and make sure that everything fits. Remember that these may be the only possessions you have for several weeks or longer, depending upon when your air freight arrives. Make sure to check on the limits for carry-on baggage. See Chapter 11 of the Foreign Service Assignment Notebook, "Packing to Go."

Check to be sure your luggage is in good condition (in case of rough handling) and make the necessary repairs or purchases. Secure identification tags for each piece of luggage and mark pieces with something distinctive, such as a colorful ribbon.

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