Brown Travel

Policies and Procedures

Brown has a comprehensive travel policy that provides guidelines for engaging in Brown-related travel. When making travel arrangements, it's important to understand the policy and other procedures for travel.

Temporary Travel Guidance, Resources & Policies

For communications and updated guidance on Summer 2025 Brown-Related Travel, please visit the Temporary Travel Guidance, Resources & Policies page.

Global Travel Policy

Before making travel plans, it is important to review the following information:

Pre-Travel Authorization

Students proposing independent Brown-related travel to a Brown High-Risk destination and Faculty/Staff proposing travel to a Brown High-Risk destination that includes a war risk exclusion are required to complete a Safety Plan for review by Brown’s Global Travel Assessment Committee (GTRAC) and approval by the traveler’s cognizant dean or unit head before travel arrangements can be made. 

More About Safety Plans

Related Information

As you prepare for Brown-related travel, learn how to register your travel plans and familiarize yourself with health and safety information, protocols for international travel, and other essential details.
View frequently asked questions regarding travel operations/expense reimbursements and the international travel insurance and assistance program.