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Yes, if you are traveling on behalf of Virginia Tech, you or a delegate are required to complete a preapproval in the Chrome River system for international travel. If you are using Virginia Tech Foundation funds and traveling on behalf of the University, you or a delegate will need to enter an Intl Travel/Risk Management expense in the Chrome River system using a state fund number. The fund number determines how the report routes through the system for approval.

• Yes, all U.S. Citizens travelling outside the continental United States should have a valid U.S. passport, with an expiration date at least 6 months after the end of your travel dates.
• For additional information regarding a U.S. Passport, visit U.S. Passports: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports.html
• Virginia Tech U.S. Passport Acceptance Facility offers products and services needed for a first-time passport and renewal passport applications. For additional information visit: https://campuslife.vt.edu/secl_services/passport-acceptance-facility.html

It depends upon the country and the reason for travel. Currently, the United States has visa waiver programs in place with 38 countries. If traveling for tourism, you will not need a visa. For any other reason for travel or for travel to non-visa waiver countries, consult the country specific information available on https://travel.state.gov website.

• For country specific information about immunizations, vaccinations and medications, visit https://wwwnc.cdc.gov
• Check the list and visit your doctor (4-6 weeks) before your trip.

•  A minimum of two weeks prior to your departure date of travel.  If you do not have an approved preapproval at least two weeks prior to travel, you should contact the Global Education Office, VTGlobalSafety@vt.edu.
• A preapproval will still be required to be completed in the Chrome River system

• Virginia Tech Police Department – 540-231-6411
• VT Global Safety & Risk Management – 540-750-5747 vtglobalsafety@vt.edu