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Welcome to the travel4med blog, your guide to internships, clinical placements and practical training abroad!
A practical year is the final, hands-on clinical stage of medical school. Learn how it works, how long it runs, and how its structure differs by country.
MUDr. Amandeep Grewal
10. August 2026
This Sri Lanka culture guide explains greetings, temple dress codes, the head wobble and etiquette for students preparing a clinical placement in Sri Lanka.
Celina Köhsl
10. August 2026
Visa requirements for Sri Lanka and Nepal vary by nationality: ETA fees, Nepal's tiered visa costs, and exactly where to check the rules for your own passport.
MUDr. Amandeep Grewal
10. August 2026
Medical elective application timeline for 2026/2027: when to apply, book travel health and sort your visa. Plan your placement with a free consultation.
MUDr. Amandeep Grewal
10. August 2026
Planning a medical elective in Sri Lanka? Compare official university hospital routes in Galle, Colombo and Kandy, visa rules and costs. Start planning today.
MUDr. Amandeep Grewal
10. August 2026
Medical elective insurance explained: the indemnity, malpractice and travel cover you need abroad, plus needlestick and PEP steps. Get advice before you go.
MUDr. Amandeep Grewal
10. August 2026
Observership vs elective explained: how hands-on clinical electives and shadowing observerships differ, and which counts for residency. Get expert advice.
MUDr. Andreas Zehetner
10. August 2026
Which vaccinations do you need for a medical elective abroad? Your 2026 timeline for hepatitis B, MMR, yellow fever and travel jabs — book a free consultation today.
Nils-Andre Stritt
10. August 2026
US clinical experience (USCE) for IMGs explained: what counts, why an elective abroad differs, and key 2027 ERAS dates. Plan your Match strategy today.
MUDr. Andreas Zehetner
10. August 2026
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