Individual Travelers: Health & Safety Responsibilities

ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú´«Ã½ÎÄ»¯×÷Æ·Ìýstudents undertaking university-related international travelÌý(see the ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú´«Ã½ÎÄ»¯×÷Æ· Policy on Student International Travel and ProgramsÌýfor a full definition)Ìýassume certain responsibilities for their travel plans. Refer to the International Travelers' GuideÌýand the resources belowÌýas you plan your trip. InÌýparticular, you are responsible for the following:

  • Ensuring that the ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú´«Ã½ÎÄ»¯×÷Æ· mandatory International Travel Registration process is complete. It is recommended that you begin this process 3 months prior to your departure.
  • Ensuring that you have fulfilled all requirements prior to departure, including registration in STEP (U.S. Department of State Smart Traveler Enrollment Program) and complying with entry requirements (such as visas) for the host destination.
  • Reviewing and monitoring the health & safety risks for your destination.
  • Knowing and abiding by theÌýÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú´«Ã½ÎÄ»¯×÷Æ· Policy on Student International Travel and Programs. If travel is planned to a high-risk destination identified within that policy, travel approval must be requested from the International Risk Committee and you are responsible for submitting a request at least 2 months prior to departure. Note that travel approval to high-risk destinations is up to the International Risk Committee and is not guaranteed.
  • Knowing the information provided in theÌýInternational Travelers' Guide.

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