Destination-Specific Considerations
Depending on your destination, there may be additional considerations when planning your outbound travel or business activities abroad. Please see below for some common examples of destination-specific guidance and/or regulations.
Country Guides & Resources
ISOS Country Guide
Visit the International SOS Penn Portal and use the Search Destinations bar at the top of webpage to search for countries or cities of interest. The portal provides medical and security risk ratings along with comprehensive destination guides with medical, security and travel information.
International SOS is available 24/7 to provide medical and security advice and assistance to Penn travelers. This service is free to all Penn travelers. Contact International SOS at 215-942-8478 or philadelphia@internationalsos.com (Penn Member ID 11BSGC000012) to speak directly with a medical or security professional.
U.S. Department of State
Visit the U.S. Department of State’s International Travel website for country-specific information, including any travel advisories, entry, exit and visa requirements, health guidance, safety and security guidance, and much more.
Travel to China
Penn travelers to China frequently encounter China-specific travel questions, including:
- Outbound visas
- Travel health and safety
- Technology, privacy, and data
- Making payments
- Communication options
Review the China Travel Guidance document for updated guidance for Penn travelers to China as of May 1, 2024.
Travel to the Penn Wharton China Center
If you have been invited to participate at an event or activity at the PWCC, you will need an invitation and an introductory letter for the visa application. Please consult the following documents for assistance with the letters. For detailed visa requirements, please refer to the following resources:
US Department of State China Travel Advisory
Travel to Cuba
Restrictions on travel to Cuba from the United States for all American citizens and U.S. residents continue to change. Please review the information below when considering travel to Cuba.
On June 9, 2022, the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) amended the regulations concerning categories of authorized travel to Cuba and imposed additional conditions on authorized travel. Information on these updates can be found on the ORS website.
If you are contemplating Cuba travel, please visit the for the most up to date guidance:
Travel to Iran
Anyone traveling on behalf of Penn, regardless of nationality or passport used, is subject to the OFAC regulations and may require a license from the U.S. government before engaging in certain activities in Iran or with Iranians.
Visit Iran Sanctions & Travel for the latest information from the Office of Export Control.
Travel to OFAC (Office of Foreign Assets Control) Sanctioned Countries
The Office of Foreign Assets Control (“OFAC”) of the US Department of the Treasury administers and enforces economic and trade sanctions based on US foreign policy and national security goals. If your destination is under an OFAC sanction, additional documentation and licenses may be required in order to travel.