Providing Support to Penn in the World

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OUR MISSION:

GSS collaborates with the Penn Community to navigate the complexities of international initiatives. We share knowledge, streamline processes, and provide solutions that adapt to changing global landscapes.

How can we help?

Working Abroad

Do you wish to hire or pay individuals working overseas? Explore your options. 
International Agreements

Beginning a new partnership? Renewing an old one? Let us help.
Program Development

Questions on finance or banking abroad? Questions on purchasing goods and services?
Compliance & Research

Conducting research abroad? Understand research regulations, OFAC sanctions and privacy laws. 
Outbound Travel Visas

Individuals planning to travel to a country for which they do not hold a passport may need a visa. Click here to learn more.
COVID-19 Announcements & Resources

Information and announcements regarding international travel and operations in response to COVID-19.

Announcements

UK Opens ETA Applications

Non-visa-holding visitors to the UK will need an Electronic Travel Authorization. Applications for US Citizens open on November 27, 2024, and will be required for travel as of January 8, 2025. Read more on GOV.UK.

Important Updates on Passport Processing

As more Americans are traveling internationally again, the U.S passport processing times have changed several times in the last few months. Read more on the US Dept. of State website. 

ETIAS Launch Delayed to 2025

Starting in 2025, US citizens traveling to EU member countries must register with the European Travel Information and Authorisation System. Read more on the ETIAS website.

Toolkits, Checklists & Forms
  • Global Supplier Form
  • International Activities Questionnaires
  • Site Assessment Checklist
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Global Supplier Form

Help GSS to be the central information repository on vendors and service providers for international activities. Tell us a global supplier or vendor you have used abroad. 

Submit the Global Supplier Form
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International Activities Questionnaires

Are you starting a new international project? Make sure you are making all the right considerations. 

Complete a questionnaire
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Site Assessment Checklist

Ask all the right questions when reviewing your program abroad. 

Download the Checklist
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