International Travel
Travel to the Middle East Suspended
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 applies to travel to the following locations:
Bahrain, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Oman, Palestinian Territories, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria, United Arab Emirates, and Yemen.
Note: the locations could be expanded at short-notice. Check this page for updates.
Last update: 3/2/26
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.