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Student International Travel Considerations
- U.S. Department of State: Revised Worldwide Caution.
- Entry Requirement for Travel To and Transit Through the United Kingdom: Travelers from the U.S. and many other countries are 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. Apply for the ETA online or through the UK ETA app. 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.
Getting Started
Welcome to Education Abroad at UVA!
Are you a UVA student interested in studying abroad, or a student from another college or university interested in a UVA program? Here's how you can get started now!
UVA Students
View the Education Abroad Workshop
- Other Next Steps
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- Verify your eligibility to study abroad.
- Define your goals for participating in Education Abroad by assessing your academic and personal needs.
- Discuss plans with your Academic Advisor; confirm your university and departmental requirements, and learn how to integrate the credits you will earn abroad.
- Talk to a returned student who studied in the regions or with the programs you're considering. Ask your Education Abroad Advisor to be connected to a returnee.
- Plan your finances: Compare costs, confirm resources and look into additional funding.
- Identify application deadlines for program(s) and scholarships. (They might be different!)
- Meet with an Education Abroad Advisor if required and/or desired. Schedule your appointment online (instructions in the workshop). (Note: you do not have to meet with an advisor before opening an application.)
- Apply for or renew your passport (if your current passport expires less than 6 months after your return). US passport processing can take a few months. If you are a US citizen interested in participating in education abroad, apply for your passport now.
- Many countries require a visa. A visa is typically placed inside the passport and allows the traveler to enter a country for a specific purpose (eg. study). Consult your program details for more information about visas.
- Investigate health and emergency insurance requirements. Talk to your doctor about managing any pre-existing conditions (including prescription medications) while abroad. If you require special accommodations, please disclose early!
- Read the Education Abroad Handbook.
- International students, meet with an International Student Advisor to discuss your travel plans.