{"id":246,"date":"2026-03-25T17:11:30","date_gmt":"2026-03-25T17:11:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.research.colostate.edu\/integrity-security-compliance\/research-security-program\/foreign-travel-security\/"},"modified":"2026-03-25T17:14:55","modified_gmt":"2026-03-25T17:14:55","slug":"foreign-travel-security","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.research.colostate.edu\/integrity-security-compliance\/research-security-program\/foreign-travel-security\/","title":{"rendered":"Foreign Travel Security"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Colorado State University supports international collaboration while protecting the safety of its travelers, research, and institutional assets. The Foreign Travel Security Program provides guidance and requirements for CSU faculty and staff traveling outside the United States for university-related activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The program supports CSU\u2019s compliance with federal research security requirements, including those established under National Security Presidential Memorandum-33 (NSPM-33)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>International travel conducted for university business, teaching, conferences, research, or sponsored engagements must follow the requirements outlined below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">International Travel Registration and Authorization<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>CSU maintains an institutional record of international travel conducted for university purposes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All CSU faculty and staff traveling internationally for university-related activities must complete a pre-travel authorization prior to travel. This requirement applies to travel associated with:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>University business<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Research activities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Teaching or academic programs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Conference attendance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>International collaborations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sponsored or externally funded travel<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Invitations or offers of sponsored travel from foreign organizations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Pre-registration helps the university:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Maintain institutional records of covered international travel<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Identify export control, sanctions, or research security risks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Provide appropriate security and travel guidance and support<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pre-Travel Security Review<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Some international travel may require additional review or consultation with the Export Controls and Foreign Engagement team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Travelers should contact the office before departure when travel involves: \u00b7 High-risk or sanctioned countries<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Laptops, mobile devices, drones, sensors, or research equipment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Federally funded research data<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Unpublished research data<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Biological materials, chemicals, or specialized equipment<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Export Controls and Foreign Engagement Office may provide country-specific travel briefings covering topics including personal safety, research security risks, and cybersecurity considerations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Important: Controlled research may not be conducted outside the United States without prior authorization. Devices containing controlled research data may be restricted from international travel.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Electronic Device and Data Security<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>International travel increases the risk of cyber intrusion, device compromise, and data theft. Travelers should minimize the amount of sensitive data on their electronic devices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>International travelers must:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Use a VPN connection and encryption whenever possible<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoid public WI-FI networks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Disable wireless auto connect features<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Disable Bluetooth<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep electronic devices in personal possession<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use strong passwords and device locking<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>CSU provides loaner laptops for travel. (LINK TO LOANER LAPTOP PROGRAM)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Any loss, theft, or suspected compromise of devices or data must be reported immediately to Export Controls and Foreign Engagement Office. (LINK TO Rich.Wright@colostate.edu)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Awareness and Reporting<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>All faculty and staff should notify the Export Controls and Foreign Engagement teams regarding any suspicious activities that occur before, during or after foreign travel or engagements. All CSU members travelling abroad should:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Limit conversations about sensitive research or unpublished research<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Be wary of unsolicited inquiries or requests for collaboration, data, or technology<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoid sharing controlled or proprietary information<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maintain data handling and security requirements<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Colorado State University supports international collaboration while protecting the safety of its travelers, research, and institutional assets. The Foreign Travel Security Program provides guidance and requirements for CSU faculty and staff traveling outside the United States for university-related activities. 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