UC Office of the President Travel Advisories
The U.S. State Department has issued a Level 4 — Do Not Travel Warning for Ukraine due to the conflict. As a result, and out of concern for the well-being and safety of the UC community, we are directing all members of the UC community to avoid all travel to Ukraine at this time. Additionally, travel to neighboring countries should be carefully evaluated.
Due to escalating security risk within the Middle East North Africa (MENA) Region, all non-essential travel to this region should be avoided for the foreseeable future. Any travel determined to be essential needs to be thoroughly evaluated prior to departure. Risk Advisory and Insurance Services is available to support the evaluation of travel and provide guidance to travelers. More information can be found in the UCOP announcement.
Know and Manage Your Travel Risk
Resources for UCSF faculty, staff, and other employees working abroad on UC-sponsored travel are provided on this page. Separate sections provide travel risk resources for UCSF students, international delegations, and for personal travel.
All travelers are responsible to assess and manage their own travel risk:
- Review carefully UCSF travel restrictions and guidance
- Register for travel insurance and emergency alerts
- Assess the risk of your planned travel and destination
Emergency Numbers
UC-affiliated travelers traveling abroad on UC-business can use the following Chubb-AXA Global Travel Assistance emergency numbers:
- Outside the US: 1-630-694-9804
- US: 1-855-327-1420
UC-Sponsored Travel for Faculty Staff and Other Employees
Review
UCSF Travel Restrictions and Guidance
- Required approval for UC-related travel and post-travel restrictions: UCSF Travel Guidance
- Reimbursement requirements for UC-related travel:
Register
International: Register your international travel to receive travel alerts related to your destination. You will also be provided with contact information for Chubb-AXA Global Travel Assistance, which you should use if you are overseas during an emergency. Register for recommended US Department of State emergency alerts for specific locations.
- UC Travel registration (travelers who book travel through Connexxus are already registered – find Connexxus info under Additional Resources below)
- US Department of State emergency alert registration (for international travel)
U.S. Travel: Register your out-of-state travel to receive travel alerts related to your destination. Your health insurance is primary for any medical needs when you are traveling in the U.S. For more information, see the UC Travel Risk and Insurance website.
Risk Assessment
International Risk Information by Country
Check for rapidly changing conditions due to terrorism, disease, etc.
- U.S. Department of State Travel Risk Advisories and critical information by country (including visa information, etc.)
- CDC Traveler’s Health - check destination for public health and vaccination information
- WorldCue Planner – city-specific risk and travel information (click on Location Intel)
U.S. Travel Risk Information by Location
- CDC Domestic Destination Travel Planner – search by specific location for quarantine information or other public health issues
- WorldCue Planner – city-specific risk and travel information (click on Location Intel)
Critical information for specific travelers
- Traveling with Electronic Devices or Controlled Exports
- Travelers with Specific Risk or Medical Requirements
Additional resources for all travelers
Traveling with Electronic Devices or Controlled Exports and Other Regulatory Issues for Travelers
- UCOP IT Guidance – Traveling with electronic devices
- IRSO Link (Coming soon) – Regulatory and project issues
- UCOP Export Control – Essential export control guidance
- UCSF Export Control – For additional questions, email the UCSF Export Control Officer
Travelers with Specific Concerns, Risk or Medical Requirements
- IAMAT Travel Health Journal – Traveling with medications, including narcotics, sedatives, and stimulants (like ADHD medications)
- National Clinical Consultation Center – Post-Exposure HIV & Hepatitis Prophylaxis (PEP) Information
- DOS Traveler Information – Travelers with special considerations
- DOS Country Profiles – Destination-specific information found under the Special Laws section
Travel for Visa Holders
Before traveling abroad, the UCSF International Students & Scholars Office recommends reviewing the following resources
- U.S. Embassy Visa Appointment Wait Times
Review travel and U.S. re-entry information based on your visa type:
If you have questions regarding your travel after reviewing the information above, please contact your ISSO Advisor.
Additional Resources
UCSF Connexus and Risk Management Advising
- Connexxus – Preferred travel booking system for UC employees and students
- Travel Webpage – For UCSF Risk Management Advising and Insurance Services
UCSF international affiliations
- List of Current Affiliations
- Affiliation Resources for Faculty and Staff
- International Affiliation FAQs
Countries’ General Information
- WorldCue Planner – UC resource for country-specific risk information (click on Location Intel)
- CIA World Factbook – Country information covering a range of topic areas
- Our World In Data – Information on COVID cases, tests, mortality risk, etc.
- DOS Driving and Road Safety - Road safety abroad
Country Risk Ratings by Other Governments
Student Travel
Professional Students
- Complete all requirements on the Trainee International Travel Resources (TITR) CLE course
Graduate Students
- Complete all Graduate Division-specific requirements on the Trainee International Travel Resources (TITR) CLE course
- Contact your program administrator for program-specific requirements and resources
Conference and Personal Travel
- Review the information and resources available on the Trainee Resources for Vacations and Conferences (TRVC) CLE course.
International Travel for U.S. Visa Holders
- Review Travel and U.S. Re-entry for F-1
- U.S. Embassy Visa Appointment Wait Times
Personal Travel Resources
UCSF Travel Guidance – For UCSF post-travel guidance and requirements
UC Personal Travel Program – International travel insurance for personal travel
Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) – U.S. DOS emergency alert registration for international travel
International Risk Information by Country
- Travel Risk Advisories – U.S. DOS advisories and critical information by country (including visa information, etc.)
- CDC Traveler’s Health – public health and vaccination information by country
- WorldCue Planner – City-specific risk and travel information (click on Location Intel)
U.S. Travel Risk Information by Location
- COVID-19 Integrated County View – CDC resources for location-specific transmission and other COVID-19 issues
- WorldCue Planner – City-specific risk and travel information (click on Location Intel)
In addition to the resources above, UCSF students preparing for personal travel should review the information and resources available on the Trainee Resources for Vacations and Conferences (TRVC) CLE course.