Student Travel Checklist
At least 6 months before...
Read the International Travel Policy from the Office of the Provost
Verify that your travel plans comply with Stanford's International Travel Policy
Get a passport or check passport validity
Apply for a visa (if required)
2 months before your trip
Take the International Travel Preparation course on Canvas
Read guidelines on Stanford's travel assistance services
Check your health insurance plan for international coverage
Schedule a Travel Medicine Consultation and obtain necessary vaccinations
Sign Stanford's Assumption of Risk form and return it to your travel sponsor
Get a travel signature (for international students or scholars)
A few weeks before...
Read and understand guidelines for international expenses (graduate students)
Research international phone and data plans
Create a communication plan including key contacts
Make paper copies of all travel documents and communication plan
Register your trip with the U.S. Department of State's Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP)
Book Your Trip Using a Stanford Booking Channel
1 week before your trip
Notify financial institutions of your travel plans