Frequently Asked Questions

• 6-8 weeks before your trip make an appointment with the Travel Clinic
• Evaluate any special health needs and personal risks associated with your travel
• Understand how your health insurance will respond while you are abroad (Member Coverage Booklet and Student Handbook)
• Decide whether you need supplemental Health Insurance
• Learn about the MEDEX Travel Assistance Program . Keep your MEDEX card in your wallet or passport in the event of an emergency.

• Medex Travel Assistance Program
• Register with Yale Emergency contact form
• Travel Form
• CDC Travel Information
• Travel Clinic and Consultation charges
• Yale University Travel Resources

See our travel charges.

• Plan ahead for international travel
• Call early for an appointment (6-8 weeks before you depart)
• Take steps to stay healthy while you travel
• Complete your health form before your appointment
• Register with Medex

You should:

• Give your address change to the registrar of your college or school.
• If you have an ongoing medical condition, consult with your clinician(s) about a treatment plan.
• Obtain an adequate supply of prescription medications and supplies.
• Obtain updated prescriptions for vision care.
• Obtain copies of your immunization records.
• If you are going overseas, call the Travel Clinic 203-432-0093 to see if you need immunizations or other advance medical preparations. Visit the Travel Health page for more information.
• Transfer your records as soon as you find a new provider.
• If you have purchased Yale Health Hospitalization/Specialty Coverage, make sure you have an updated membership card.

You should call Travel Medicine 6-8 weeks before you depart, as many immunizations are given in a series over time. The Travel Medicine Department is a fee-for-service department and their fees are not covered.