Finances | Education Abroad

Student International Travel Considerations

U.S. Department of State: Revised Worldwide Caution.

Student University Related Travel to Israel, the West Bank, and Gaza is restricted until further notice.

For questions about international travel and risk of exposure to Mpox, read the guidance on Mpox from UVA Student Health and Wellness and consult with your medical provider as appropriate.

New Entry Requirement for Travel To and Transit Through the United Kingdom:

Starting January 8, 2025, visitors from the U.S. and many other countries will be required to have a UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) to enter or transit through the UK. The ETA costs £10 and is valid for two years or until the passport used to obtain the ETA expires. Travelers from the US and many other countries can begin to apply for the ETA online or through the UK ETA app starting November 27, 2024. While approvals are predicted to be within three days or faster, students are advised to apply at least three weeks in advance of planned travel in case of processing delays. To learn more, visit the links above or watch videos on what an ETA is and how to apply for a UK ETA.

Planning your finances is a key step when preparing for an experience abroad.

The information available in this section includes:

Make sure that you also understand the following (the links below are for UVA's policies and practices; if you are studying abroad on an Outside program or otherwise through a host university or program provider, make sure to review their information as well):

Different types of programs have different cost considerations; review Program Models and see the brochure page for your program(s) of choice for details.