Complex export control laws and regulations, administered by the U.S. Department of State, U.S. Department of Commerce, and U.S. Department of the Treasury Office of Foreign Asset Control, protect national security, prevent proliferations of weapons of mass destruction, and protect U.S. economic advantages. They govern the transfer of information, commodities, technology, encryptions, software, and financial transactions. This impacts international travel, transfer of certain information to foreign nationals within the U.S. and abroad, some educational courses (including study abroad courses), and access to export-controlled equipment. Release of controlled technology may require a license from the governing agency. Please be aware that the consequences of non‑compliance include severe civil and criminal penalties for the University and all individuals involved, which may include hefty fines and imprisonment.
INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL
International travel requires submission of the following documentation 45 days prior to departure to ensure all necessary licensure is in place. Please begin with the International Travel Checklist and Regulations, as answers on this form will determine whether other forms are necessary. Send the completed, signed forms to export@astate.edu.
Documentation:
- International Travel Checklist and Regulations (required for all travel abroad)
- International Travel ITS Loaner Request for Laptop or Tablet
- BAG Export License Exception (Personal Devices)
- TMP Export License Exception (University Equipment)
- Checklist for Publications and Conferences
Resource Links:
- FBI – Business Travel Safety Tips
- FBI - Safety and Security for U.S. Students Traveling Abroad
- S. State Department Travel Advisories
- Embargoed and Sanctioned Countries
- U.S. Department of Commerce Sanctioned Destinations
- U.S. Department of State Economic Sanctions Programs
- U.S. Department of State Directorate of Defense Trade Controls Country Policies
EXPORT CONTROLLED RESEARCH, INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY, AND EQUIPMENT
As A-State continues to grow globally while broadening its horizons in research, we are required to comply with all federal regulations including export controls laws. Research Compliance has provided some of the tools needed to help researchers assess their research projects in regards to equipment, publications, and intellectual property as it relates to foreign persons and countries. Before utilizing these documents and resource links, please have your training completed.
Documentation:
- Sponsored Funded Research Checklist (during the award setup)
- Technology Control Plan (Department Approval and Lab Personnel Acknowledgement)
Resource Links:
- FBI – Higher Education and National Security
- FBI – Elicitation Techniques that You May Encounter
- FBI - How to Mitigate the Risks of Visitors
- FBI – Intellectual Property Protection
- S. Department of Commerce Export Administration Regulations
- S. Department of State International Traffic in Arms Regulations
- S. Department of Commerce Guidance for High Performance Computers
TRAINING
Research Compliance has provided reference materials along with online training materials for researchers, faculty, students, and staff to receive certification in export controls regulations.
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