Document Number:
RISK-0006
Policy Owner:
Risk Management
Revision #:
v4.1
Status:
Approved

General Description

Policy Summary:

The safety of faculty, staff and students on University-sponsored trips is the University's first priority. As a result, travel to any country under a U.S. Department of State  and CDC Travel Advisory Level 3 or 4, or an OFAC Sanction Program is restricted. There may not be insurance coverage available through the University's insurance carriers under these circumstances, and evacuation efforts may be hindered or prohibited.

Purpose:

As a result, international travel plans must be evaluated and receive International Travel Committee approval prior to travel. The International Travel Committee is comprised of representatives from Admissions, Center for International Engagement, Risk Management, and Study Abroad, with final approval by Academic Affairs.  

Scope:

All international travel for University business is covered by this policy.

Exceptions:

None.

Policy Content

 
  1. All Travelers requesting to travel internationally  must complete their travel registration in Terra Dotta as early as possible, and at least 15 business days prior to the requested travel date.
  2. Once the travel is registered in Terra Dotta, Risk Management will determine if there is a U.S. Department of State or CDC Level 3, 4 or sanction. If any of these conditions are in place, Risk Management may request additional information from the faculty or staff member requesting the travel.
  3. The International Travel Committee will determine whether the travel request is approved and, if so, will provide any stipulations or recommendations.
  4. The Traveler will be required to sign the following documents provided by Risk Management:
    Informed Consent and Assumption of Risk;
    License Exception if taking electronic equipment;
    Fundamental Research Agreement, if applicable. 
  5. Risk Management will inform the faculty or staff member of the committee recommendations/outcome via email prior to the requested travel date, contingent upon all of the above being completed and returned within the requested timeframe.
  6. Travelers to foreign countries are required to enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) through the U.S. Department of State. STEP is a free service available to U.S. citizens and nationals traveling abroad to enroll their trip with the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate.
  7. Travelers should review the U.S. Dept. of State Traveler's Checklistprior to travel abroad.  
Please see the Business Office Travel Policy for further information.

Travelers should check the Center for Disease Control (CDC) Travelers Health web page for Travel Notices for health related issues, such as COVID, Ebola and Zika, etc. 

Travelers may utilize the Airline Ratings website as a resource when planning their trip.

COVID-19 has affected countries around the globe. Trinity University continues to follow all government-issued advisories from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the World Health Organization (WHO), the U.S. State Department, and the San Antonio Metropolitan Health District.  Additional information can be found on the University's COVID-19 Updates page.

Trinity University faculty, staff and students traveling abroad on institution-sponsored trips are covered by the EIIA International Travel Insurance Program with access to Healix travel assistance provider. Access to assistance and medical personnel, regardless of the time zone, is available 24/7 by contacting Healix at:

(1+) 312-638-6995  Toll-Free within the U.S. or Canada; and 
(1+) 833-209-7075 Collect   outside of the U.S.; or
By emailing:  EIIA@healix.com
 
  • There is no need to register for insurance coverage - you are automatically covered if traveling internationally on an institution-sponsored trip.
  • To print an insurance policy card please visit the EIIA International Travel website and click on International Identification Card.
  • To enroll to use the International Travel Assistance App for important alerts and emergency assistance please follow the instructions on the EIIA- Healix Travel Oracle Website and App Guide.
  • Coverage includes most expenses due to injury or illness while traveling abroad. 
  • Spouses and dependents under age 18 are also covered when traveling abroad with you.
  • Unlimited personal sojourn.
For policy details, including coverage and exclusions, please see the EIIA-Healix International Travel Insurance Summary .

Car Rental Insurance
For international car rentals, do not decline the collision damage and liability waiver coverage, as Trinity’s insurance is secondary coverage (the rental insurance provides primary coverage). Note this applies to any area outside of the U.S. and its territories/possessions and Canada. For additional guidelines to follow when leasing an automobile, please refer to the Car Rental Policy.

Performance Evaluation

Consequences of Policy Violation:

Violation of this policy may result in disciplinary action in accordance with university policy.

Attachments

Attachments:

  EIIA-Healix International Travel Insurance Summary

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Revision Management

Revision History Log:

Revision #:

Date:

Recorded By:
v4.1 2/16/2024 3:28 PM Jennifer Gilmore Adamo
v4.0 12/6/2022 9:33 AM Gary Logan
v3.0 11/5/2020 12:47 PM Gary Logan
v2.0 8/4/2020 4:22 PM Gary Logan
v1.0 8/9/2019 2:48 PM Jennifer Gilmore Adamo

 

Vice President Approval:

Name:

Title:
Gary Logan Vice President for Finance & Administration