What does LAC stand for? LAC stands for Living Abroad Community e. V. The LAC…

What does LAC stand for?

LAC stands for Living Abroad Community e. V. The LAC is an association that looks after the interests of people living abroad temporarily as well as during short-term and long-term stays for personal or professional reasons and provides them with information and services. The purpose of the association is to be achieved in particular through: – Providing advice and support to the above mentioned group of people in all economic, legal and social matters of their personal and family life that result from their stay abroad. – Negotiating with authorities, associations, public insurance institutions and all other public and private bodies and institutions about the specific problems, needs and wishes of the above mentioned group of people that result from their stay abroad in order to improve their situation. – Concluding agreements on special conditions for the above mentioned group of people regarding the purchase of goods and services. Learn more about Living Abroad Community e. V.

Why is traveling around Europe considered to be fun?

Everyone wants to have pictures of the most beautiful tourist attractions of Europe in their picture albums this summer. Imagine taking a road trip from Spain and ending up in Germany then down in Italy with your best friends.

What is the best transportation method while in Europe?

When planning to travel between European Union Schengen states, consider doing so by a train. The transportation is cheaper and you can easily get to nearby cities because of the developed infrastructure in European cities.

What is some information for language and exchange students?

Combine further education and holidays and learn a foreign language at your desired destination! A stay abroad as a language or exchange student is the ideal opportunity to get to know another country and culture, to make new friends, and to learn a foreign language where it is spoken. Whether for a few weeks, months or a year, as a language or exchange student you will have numerous opportunities in various countries worldwide. This makes language learning an unforgettable experience! In order to be able to embark on this adventure with complete peace of mind, reliable insurance cover is particularly important. After all, you can also fall ill abroad and there are many other risks against which you should insure yourself. A few practical examples:

• The candle falls from the table and causes a burn mark in the fixed carpet of your host family.
• You go on a day trip with your school and your bag is stolen.
• You slipped in swimming class and hurt your knee. A long medical treatment follows.
• You are in hospital and you want a parent to come.

We therefore recommend that you take out complete cover, including health insurance, personal liability insurance, accident insurance and assistance insurance. All these insurances are included in a PROTRIP-WORLD insurance package. If you are under 29 years of age, you can even get PROTRIP-WORLD at a special rate.

Is the number getting higher or lower of tourists in the Schengen Area?

Even though during this time all traveling is prohibited before the pandemic, every year the number of people that decide to travel to Europe increases. The different cultures attracted 16 million people to visit Schengen zone countries.

What is the amount of cash that’s allowed for you to have in the luggage when traveling the EU?

European Union countries allow the transportation of cash at a certain amount. When it comes to money you can only travel with less than 10,000 Euros in cash; otherwise you will have to declare it to the authorities.

Which are the countries that are part of the EU that aren’t part of the Schengen Agreement?

Out of all the countries in Europe, Ireland is an EU country that is not part of the Schengen zone. Some other new EU states like Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus and Romania are not yet part of the Schengen Area but will be members in the future.

What can you do if you don’t receive the documents by email?

Following your application, you will immediately receive an email with your insurance certificate as well as the customer information and the “Ärzte-Info-Ticket” (medical info card). If you did not receive an email, please check the mentioned email address and take a look in the SPAM folder.