Graduate Students
Graduate students, except Law Center students, who intend to travel overseas independently for university-related or sponsored international experiences should complete the International Travel Authorization process starting with the application link below.
Law Center students will follow a separate process for travel approval. Please contact Georgetown Law’s Office of Transnational Programs for more information.
Students who are traveling to an Elevated Risk Region should plan for additional review time. For an approximate timeline for review please refer to the step-by-step process guide below.
Travel authorization applications submitted after the travel has commenced will not be reviewed.
COVID-19 continues to impact international travel. It is important for GU travelers to stay up to date on and comply with all travel requirements and restrictions in place both at their destination and upon their return, with the understanding that these regulations may change without advanced notice. Refer to our COVID-19 Considerations page for guidance when planning your travel.
Step-by-Step Process Guide
Step 1
Traveler completes International Travel Authorization Application
Timeframe
At least 4 weeks prior to departure
Step 2
OGS confirms receipt of submission and reviews International Travel Authorization Application for completeness
Timeframe
Within 1 week of receiving application
Step 3
OGS sends International Travel Authorization Application to Travel Review Committee (TRC);
TRC reviews International Travel Authorization Application
Timeframe
Allow 1-2 weeks
Step 4
Provost’s Office, EVP or Designee reviews International Travel Authorization Application
Timeframe
Allow extra 1-2 weeks
Step 5
OGS notifies traveler of International Travel Authorization Application decision
and provides travel safety resources
Timeframe
Non-Elevated Risk Regions: Immediately following OGS application review for completeness
Elevated Risk Regions: Within 2 business days of receiving application decision from TRC and Provost/EVP