The University recognizes the importance of international travel and global programs to its academic mission. The University may grant exemptions from the University’s current travel restrictions for carefully planned trips. The University has appointed an International Travel Oversight Committee (“ITOC”) that must approve requests for international travel to countries for which such warnings are in effect. This policy applies to all University faculty, staff, and students traveling internationally (all countries including Mexico and Canada) on university-related business and/or university-sponsored programs (with or without university funding). Travel Exemption
Regardless of destination, registration with On Call International is mandatory for all University-related international travel for students, faculty and staff. Registration is automatic when using University’s contracted travel agency (CTP). If the travel arrangements are made by a third party (such as a hosting institution covering the cost), travelers must enroll manually with On Call International.
Exemption from Travel Restrictions
Application for Exemption from Travel Restrictions needs to be submitted if the destination country is on the U.S. State Department Travel Advisory Level 4: Do Not Travel or Level 3: Reconsider Travel or if the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Travel Health Notice Level 3 or 4 advising against travel.
Reporting Personal Travel to Foreign Adversary Countries:
To comply with Executive Order GA-48, all employees must notify the institution of personal travel to countries identified as foreign adversaries in 15 C.F.R. Section 791.4. This list currently includes:
- China, including Hong Kong and Macau;
- Cuba;
- Iran;
- North Korea;
- Russia; and
- Venezuela (Maduro Regime).
Additional Resources:
Guidance – IT Security During International Travel
The FBI Travel Brochure provides information on precautions travelers should take during international travel.
