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Travel Real ID Requirements – Effective May 7, 2025, all travelers within the United States are required to possess a REAL ID -compliant form of identification in order to board domestic flights. Whether you're a frequent flyer or going on your first trip with an Iowa State University business purpose, we want to make planning for your trip as easy as possible! Check out the Before You Go Checklist (below) and the Travel FAQ for things you should consider and resources available to you! Before You Go Travel Checklist For Domestic Travel, Have You... Applied for a T&H Card to pay for travel expenses? Reviewed the “ Which card should I use ” page to see what items can go on your T&H Card? Purchased your airline ticket through Iowa State's contracted agencies or directly through the airline's website? Reserved your car from Transportation Services , if driving from Ames? Reviewed options for airport shuttle service ? Reserved your rental car on Iowa State’s Enterprise contract, if you are picking up a car at your destination? Review the Travel Expenses Allowed page and the Travel Receipts page on Controller's site? Considering Iowa State's Airbnb for Work contract instead of a hotel? (If securing lodging within the State of Iowa, the provider must be verified through the Iowa Office to Combat Human Trafficking Website .) Downloaded ISU’s Lyft app? Additional Items for International Travel, Have you... Checked to see if your Passport and/or Visa are valid? Check your destination country on travel.state.gov for how current your passport needs to be and visa requirements. Most countries require a passport that will be valid for at least 6 months beyond your trip. Requested a PIN number for your T&H Card ? It will take a minimum of 10 days to receive a PIN number after you have contacted US Bank. Reviewed Risk Managements Travel Information page for international travel? Registered your itinerary in the International Traveler Registration for international trips? This will enroll you in the international travel insurance and coordinate other resources. Reviewed export control review requirements for data, software, or equipment containing software that you are traveling with? Reviewed the International Travel IT Security Tips ? Updated your cell phone service for international travel? All US citizens traveling abroad must review the entry requirements for your destination country to see if you need a VISA or Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) . ETA is not a visa. The Travel and Hospitality (T&H) card may be used to pay ETA fees with an allowable university business purpose. Note : Australia, New Zealand, and the UK all require ETAs. Contracted Travel Agencies (Air, Hotel, Car, Rail, Group Travel) Collegiate Travel Planners (CTP) Diversity Group International (DGI, previously Diversity Travel) Transportation Options to Des Moines Airport ISU Transportation Services – Airport Shuttle Enterprise one-way rentals Executive Express Taxi/Ride Share Lyft Uber for Business Vehicle Rental ISU Transportation Services (Business Only) Enterprise/National (Business and Personal) Charter Bus Services Windstar Lodging Airbnb for Work *If securing lodging within the State of Iowa, the provider must be verified through the Iowa Office to Combat Human Trafficking Website . Courtyard by Marriott *Have been verified through the Iowa Office to Combat Human Trafficking Website . Gateway Hotel and Conference Center *Have been verified through the Iowa Office to Combat Human Trafficking Website . GrandStay Hotel & Suites *Have been verified through the Iowa Office to Combat Human Trafficking Website . Hilton Garden Inn *Have been verified through the Iowa Office to Combat Human Trafficking Website . Spark by Hilton *Have been verified through the Iowa Office to Combat Human Trafficking Website . TownePlace Suites Ames *Have been verified through the Iowa Office to Combat Human Trafficking Website Wyndham Hotels & Resorts *Have been verified through the Iowa Office to Combat Human Trafficking Website Travel Links: Air Travel Policy Controllers Department Travel Page International Travel and Risk Travel and Hospitality Card Travel Contracts Human Trafficking Prevention FAQ Frequently Asked Questions
Travel Real ID Requirements – Effective May 7, 2025, all travelers within the United States are required to possess a REAL ID -compliant form of identification in order to board domestic flights. Whether you're a frequent flyer or going on your first trip with an Iowa State University business purpose, we want to make planning for your trip as easy as possible! Check out the Before You Go Checklist (below) and the Travel FAQ for things you should consider and resources available to you! Before You Go Travel Checklist For Domestic Travel, Have You... Applied for a T&H Card to pay for travel expenses? Reviewed the “ Which card should I use ” page to see what items can go on your T&H Card? Purchased your airline ticket through Iowa State's contracted agencies or directly through the airline's website? Reserved your car from Transportation Services , if driving from Ames? Reviewed options for airport shuttle service ? Reserved your rental car on Iowa State’s Enterprise contract, if you are picking up a car at your destination? Review the Travel Expenses Allowed page and the Travel Receipts page on Controller's site? Considering Iowa State's Airbnb for Work contract instead of a hotel? (If securing lodging within the State of Iowa, the provider must be verified through the Iowa Office to Combat Human Trafficking Website .) Downloaded ISU’s Lyft app? Additional Items for International Travel, Have you... Checked to see if your Passport and/or Visa are valid? Check your destination country on travel.state.gov for how current your passport needs to be and visa requirements. Most countries require a passport that will be valid for at least 6 months beyond your trip. Requested a PIN number for your T&H Card ? It will take a minimum of 10 days to receive a PIN number after you have contacted US Bank. Reviewed Risk Managements Travel Information page for international travel? Registered your itinerary in the International Traveler Registration for international trips? This will enroll you in the international travel insurance and coordinate other resources. Reviewed export control review requirements for data, software, or equipment containing software that you are traveling with? Reviewed the International Travel IT Security Tips ? Updated your cell phone service for international travel? All US citizens traveling abroad must review the entry requirements for your destination country to see if you need a VISA or Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) . ETA is not a visa. The Travel and Hospitality (T&H) card may be used to pay ETA fees with an allowable university business purpose. Note : Australia, New Zealand, and the UK all require ETAs. Contracted Travel Agencies (Air, Hotel, Car, Rail, Group Travel) Collegiate Travel Planners (CTP) Diversity Group International (DGI, previously Diversity Travel) Transportation Options to Des Moines Airport ISU Transportation Services – Airport Shuttle Enterprise one-way rentals Executive Express Taxi/Ride Share Lyft Uber for Business Vehicle Rental ISU Transportation Services (Business Only) Enterprise/National (Business and Personal) Charter Bus Services Windstar Lodging Airbnb for Work *If securing lodging within the State of Iowa, the provider must be verified through the Iowa Office to Combat Human Trafficking Website . Courtyard by Marriott *Have been verified through the Iowa Office to Combat Human Trafficking Website . Gateway Hotel and Conference Center *Have been verified through the Iowa Office to Combat Human Trafficking Website . GrandStay Hotel & Suites *Have been verified through the Iowa Office to Combat Human Trafficking Website . Hilton Garden Inn *Have been verified through the Iowa Office to Combat Human Trafficking Website . Spark by Hilton *Have been verified through the Iowa Office to Combat Human Trafficking Website . TownePlace Suites Ames *Have been verified through the Iowa Office to Combat Human Trafficking Website Wyndham Hotels & Resorts *Have been verified through the Iowa Office to Combat Human Trafficking Website Travel Links: Air Travel Policy Controllers Department Travel Page International Travel and Risk Travel and Hospitality Card Travel Contracts Human Trafficking Prevention FAQ Frequently Asked Questions
Travel Real ID Requirements – Effective May 7, 2025, all travelers within the United States are required to possess a REAL ID -compliant form of identification in order to board domestic flights. Whether you're a frequent flyer or going on your first trip with an Iowa State University business purpose, we want to make planning for your trip as easy as possible! Check out the Before You Go Checklist (below) and the Travel FAQ for things you should consider and resources available to you! Before You Go Travel Checklist For Domestic Travel, Have You... Applied for a T&H Card to pay for travel expenses? Reviewed the “ Which card should I use ” page to see what items can go on your T&H Card? Purchased your airline ticket through Iowa State's contracted agencies or directly through the airline's website? Reserved your car from Transportation Services , if driving from Ames? Reviewed options for airport shuttle service ? Reserved your rental car on Iowa State’s Enterprise contract, if you are picking up a car at your destination? Review the Travel Expenses Allowed page and the Travel Receipts page on Controller's site? Considering Iowa State's Airbnb for Work contract instead of a hotel? (If securing lodging within the State of Iowa, the provider must be verified through the Iowa Office to Combat Human Trafficking Website .) Downloaded ISU’s Lyft app? Additional Items for International Travel, Have you... Checked to see if your Passport and/or Visa are valid? Check your destination country on travel.state.gov for how current your passport needs to be and visa requirements. Most countries require a passport that will be valid for at least 6 months beyond your trip. Requested a PIN number for your T&H Card ? It will take a minimum of 10 days to receive a PIN number after you have contacted US Bank. Reviewed Risk Managements Travel Information page for international travel? Registered your itinerary in the International Traveler Registration for international trips? This will enroll you in the international travel insurance and coordinate other resources. Reviewed export control review requirements for data, software, or equipment containing software that you are traveling with? Reviewed the International Travel IT Security Tips ? Updated your cell phone service for international travel? All US citizens traveling abroad must review the entry requirements for your destination country to see if you need a VISA or Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) . ETA is not a visa. The Travel and Hospitality (T&H) card may be used to pay ETA fees with an allowable university business purpose. Note : Australia, New Zealand, and the UK all require ETAs. Contracted Travel Agencies (Air, Hotel, Car, Rail, Group Travel) Collegiate Travel Planners (CTP) Diversity Group International (DGI, previously Diversity Travel) Transportation Options to Des Moines Airport ISU Transportation Services – Airport Shuttle Enterprise one-way rentals Executive Express Taxi/Ride Share Lyft Uber for Business Vehicle Rental ISU Transportation Services (Business Only) Enterprise/National (Business and Personal) Charter Bus Services Windstar Lodging Airbnb for Work *If securing lodging within the State of Iowa, the provider must be verified through the Iowa Office to Combat Human Trafficking Website . Courtyard by Marriott *Have been verified through the Iowa Office to Combat Human Trafficking Website . Gateway Hotel and Conference Center *Have been verified through the Iowa Office to Comb
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Iowa State University Procurement is emphasizing the new Travel Real ID requirements that will take effect on May 7, 2025. All travelers must have REAL ID-compliant identification to board domestic flights, which necessitates planning for business-related trips. This notice outlines critical checklists and resources for both domestic and international travel, ensuring easy compliance for Iowa State business purposes.
The buyer aims to facilitate travel for Iowa State University employees by providing clear guidelines on travel preparations, including identification requirements and available travel resources.
- Companies that provide travel compliance consulting services.
- Travel management firms specializing in corporate travel arrangements.
- Develop and disseminate guidelines for REAL ID compliance.
- Create checklists for travelers to ensure all requirements are met.
- Enhance communication about contracted travel agencies and services.
- Company profile highlighting previous experience with educational institutions.
- Examples of past successful implementations of travel compliance programs.
- Proposed methodologies for managing communication and support.
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- Must include REAL ID compliance in travel planning.
- Avoid using non-verified lodging providers within Iowa.
- Consider providing bundled services for both domestic and international travel compliance.
- Tiered pricing based on volume of travelers and services utilized may be advantageous.
- Partnership with local hotels verified through the Iowa Office to Combat Human Trafficking.
- Collaboration with technology firms for app support or management.
- Changes in federal identification regulations post-2025 may require rapid adaptations.
- Potential backlash from travelers unprepared for compliance changes.
- What plans does Iowa State University have for educating employees about these new requirements?
- Are there specific metrics for measuring the success of compliance efforts?
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- Specific solicitation number or timeline for responses.
- Details on current vendors providing travel services.
- Clear indication of the budget allocated for this travel compliance program.
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