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Exchange Travel Restriction Information

CIRRIE travel grant recipients should keep in mind the following restrictions:

Visas, permits, immunizations,and insurance are the responsibility of the traveler

• CIRRIE does not cover the costs of passports or visas.
• CIRRIE does not provide medical immunization services for travel to or from countries where this may be required.
• CIRRIE does not provide travel insurance.
• Travelers should check the U.S. State Department webpage to monitor country announcements, bulletins, and any travel alerts prior to departure.

Airline reservations

• Airline Reservations must be made through CIRRIE's travel agent (Stovroff Taylor Travel: 1-800-543-8616 or 716-631-4022)
• Reservations must be made by the traveler. CIRRIE does not make airline reservations.
• All air travel must conform to the "Fly America Act." This means that if a U.S. flag carrier is available, it must be utilized.
• Airfare is limited to economy class.
• All reservations are subject to review by CIRRIE prior to confirmation.

Hotel reservations, lodging, meals, incidental expenses

• CIRRIE does not make hotel reservations. Hotel reservations are made by arrangement between the host and the traveler.
• Lodging, Meals, and Incidental Expenses: Hosts are responsible for providing lodging and meals for their guests. CIRRIE does not reimburse either host or traveler for lodging or meals and incidental expenses.