International Travel

"International" or "Foreign" travel, as used in FSU policies, refers to trips outside the continental U.S., Alaska, and Hawaii. This includes Mexico, Canada, and U.S. territories like American Samoa, Guam, Puerto Rico, and others, as outlined in FSU’s Travel Policy. As part of FSU’s obligations to comply with state laws designed to combat foreign influence on research activities and reduce risks associated with international travel, the Office of Compliance and Ethics has compiled guidance on the topics addressed by section 1010.36, Florida Statutes.  This guidance is designed to supplement existing university policies, including the FSU Travel Policy and the FSU International Travel, Safety, and Risk Management Policy.  Pursuant to FSU Policy 3-18, faculty and staff travel must be preapproved and registered via the Concur system, regardless of whether or how the trip is funded.