International Travel
Travel to the Middle East Suspended (see requirements by location)
GW Related or Supported Travel to the Middle East for Students, Faculty and Staff is Suspended until further notice in accordance with GW’s insurance/security assistance provider.
This Suspension applies to travel to the following locations:
Bahrain, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Qatar, and United Arab Emirates.
Travel to the following locations requires an Approved Prior Approval Request form:
Oman and Saudi Arabia
Check this page for updates.
Last update: 5/21/26
International Travel Policy
This policy promotes travel safety for GW students, faculty, and staff, providing a framework for reducing the risk of harm to GW travelers and enhancing GW’s ability to support travelers while abroad.
Planning GW Related or Supported Travel
Travel requirements and travel registration information for GW students, faculty, and staff travelers.
Health Insurance Information
Health insurance information for students, faculty, and staff. Students traveling abroad on GW affiliated or sponsored travel are required to enroll in health insurance through GW’s partner, GeoBlue, for the duration of travel.
Travel Advisories & Risk Ratings
Resources for accessing information about travel advisories and travel risk ratings.