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Airport Pickup & First Day at DMSF

You land, DMSF picks you up. From airport to hostel โ€” your first hours at Davao.

Quick Answer

DMSF arranges airport pickup at Davao International Airport (DVO) for new Indian students at the beginning of each academic intake. Students are transported to the Indian hostel, given their room allocation, and attend DMSF orientation within the first 1-2 days of arrival.

Your First 48 Hours at DMSF

1

Land at Davao International Airport

Exit arrivals hall โ€” DMSF pickup representative will be waiting with name board.

2

Transport to Hostel

DMSF shuttle takes you to the 14-storey Indian hostel โ€” approximately 15-20 minutes from airport.

3

Hostel Check-in

Collect room key, hostel ID, and mess card. Get oriented to hostel rules by hostel staff.

4

First Meal at the Mess

South Indian dinner served at the mess. First taste of home-style food in Philippines.

5

DMSF Registration

Visit DMSF administration office with admission documents. Complete enrollment formalities.

6

Campus Orientation

DMSF conducts orientation โ€” campus tour, library, labs, hospitals, safety guidelines.

7

SIM Card and Banking

Buy Philippines SIM (Globe or Smart). Open BDO or BPI bank account for monthly hostel fee payments.

8

Classes Begin

After 1-2 days of orientation, regular classes begin. Senior Indian students help juniors settle in.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to arrange my own transport from Davao airport?+
No โ€” inform our admission office of your flight details and DMSF arranges pickup. Do not take unknown taxi drivers at airport.
What should I carry in cabin baggage?+
Important documents (passport, offer letter, mark sheets), phone charger, one change of clothes. Main luggage in check-in.
Can my parents accompany me on the first day?+
Yes โ€” parents can travel to Davao and help you settle in. Philippines tourist visa for parents is straightforward.

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