International SOS
Access International SOS Here (valid GU NetID and password required)
Georgetown
University has contracted with International SOS (SOS) to provide worldwide travel services for faculty, staff, and students. These services will enhance the safety and emergency resources available to members of the University community traveling overseas on University business or sanctioned academic work or research. The following services are provided under Georgetown’s agreement with SOS:
- Security evacuation services which provide for emergency evacuations prompted by political instability or natural disaster.
- Medical services ranging from telephone advice and referrals to full-scale medical evacuation by private air ambulance. The ISOS network of multilingual specialists operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year from Alarm Centers located around the world.
- Online database of information which offers a variety of health, safety and security resources for international travelers. These include country travel reports, security advice, pandemic preparedness information, vaccination requirements, and the ability to store an online itinerary that can be accessed in the event of an emergency.
Members of the Georgetown community are encouraged to learn about the International SOS Program prior to traveling by downloading the following documents:
SOS is not health insurance. The University continues to require students, faculty and staff traveling outside the United States on University business to maintain adequate health insurance. In some cases, workers’ compensation benefits may be available for University employees. Information regarding health insurance can be found at the following links:
Access International SOS Here (valid GU NetID and password required)
If you would like further international travel information specifically geared to the Georgetown community, consult the GU International Traveler's Resource website at travel.georgetown.edu.
Questions? Contact Risk Management at (202) 687-6622.
