Dear Colleagues,
This is an annual reminder of the requirements and guidelines for university-related international travel as outlined in the International Travel Safety Policy. This message also provides information about the University of Illinois System’s International Travel Insurance Requirements.
Important Information for All Travelers
- International Insurance enrollment is required for all university-related international travel conducted by Illinois undergraduate students, graduate students, and employees.
- Travelers must enroll in international insurance prior to departure to be compliant with university and system policies. Upload proof of enrollment directly to Emburse. Travelers may utilize the confirmation of enrollment from the My Study Abroad portal (see example) or the insurance verification letter (see example) as proof of insurance enrollment.
- The International Travel Safety Policy does not apply to personal travel.
- Enrollment is completed online via the Safety Abroad website and My Study Abroad portal.
- Graduate students must enroll as students, even for travel conducted during an assistantship.
- Fees and payment: the University of Illinois System pays the premium for faculty and staff. Units must pay the insurance fee (by CFOP) for graduate student travel conducted during assistantships.
- High-risk travel: If planning travel to a high-risk destination, identified as a U.S. Department of State Level 3 or Level 4 travel advisory, please review the university’s high-risk travel review process.
Questions
- Questions about international insurance, enrollment assistance, high-risk destinations and activities, and related questions may be directed to International Safety and Security at safetyabroad@illinois.edu.
- Questions about reimbursement and expense reports should be directed to University Payables by submitting a Service Desk Ticket.
Sincerely,
Colleen Murphy
Vice Provost for Global Engagement Designate
Michelle Dube
Director for International Safety and Security