International SOS

Benefits of International SOS

About International SOS

International SOS Registration

Info for UT Employees

Leisure Travel

International Travel Assistance - Overview of International SOS

International SOS is a comprehensive, 24/7 medical and security assistance provider. Services are available at no cost to individuals on official university business and at a discount for traveling companions and employees traveling abroad for leisure.

BENEFITS OF INTERNATIONAL SOS

• Pre-departure Preparation: By logging onto the International SOS website (www.internationalsos.com) with the UT Member ID: 11BSGC000037, you can sign up for health and security email alerts and review valuable, comprehensive, and timely country-specific information.
• While Abroad: International SOS will help you locate a qualified health care provider, replace a prescription, or simply answer a general medical or security concern.
• In an Emergency: International SOS can assist with getting you immediate care, whether it requires evacuating you to a center of medical excellence or closely monitoring your condition with local doctors. If you are abroad and in need of immediate assistance, contact International SOS 24/7 at 1-215-942-8059 (UT-dedicated line).

To print an Internatioal SOS card, log onto the International SOS website (www.internationalsos.com) with UT Member ID: 11BSGC000037. This card contains UT's membership number and phone numbers to Internatioal SOS alarm centers around the world. You can call anytime 24/7 to utilize any of the medical, security, or travel services. Carry the Internatioal SOS membership card with you for the duration of your travel abroad. 

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ABOUT INTERNATIONAL SOS

Medical Services

• Pre-trip health information (e.g. vaccination and medical alerts)
• Referrals to local doctors or medical providers
• Emergency and routine medical advice
• Medical monitoring and claims assistance
• Guarantees of payment to local hospital/clinics
• Emergency medical evaluation and repatriation services

Security Services

• Real time safety and security information about your destination
• 24/7 access to security specialists
• Security evacuation services

Travel Services

• Legal referrals
• Translations and interpreters
• Lost document assistance (e.g. passport, visa)
• Online tools, including country guides, email alerts, and secure storage of emergency records

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INTERNATIONAL SOS REGISTRATION

Online registration with International SOS allows for proactive assistance in times of crisis. Registration with International SOS is a System-wide requirement for all international travel. 

• If your travel reservation is confirmed and ticketed through a UT System contract travel agency (Anthony Travel and Corporate Travel Planners):
  • Your travel itinerary is automatically registered with International SOS
  • You will receive an Automated Travel Advisory with links to health and destination specific information via email
• If your travel reservation is confirmed and ticketed through an alternate source, register your travel with International SOS by completing the following steps:
  • Go to: www.internationalsos.com
  • UT System Member ID: 11BSGC000037
  • Click on MyTrips link at center of page and enter travel details
  • Highly recommended to also complete the Emergency Record

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INFO FOR UT EMPLOYEES WITH BLUE CROSS/BLUE SHIELD COVERAGE

Click on the link below to view a quick reference guide outlining International SOS and Blue Cross/Blue Shield coverage for UT Employees. As always, if you are abroad and in need of immediate assistance, contact International SOS 24/7 at 1-215-942-8059 (UT-dedicated line).

Quick Reference Coverage Chart

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LEISURE TRAVEL

UT System employees and family members receive a 20% discount for leisure travel coverage.

• Go to www.internationalsos.com
• Enter Member ID: 11BSGC000037
• Click on "Personal Travel" button on the right side of the page
• Click on "Get your online quote and employee discount now" link at the bottom of the page

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You may also call 1-800-523-8662 to speak with an international SOS representative to secure coverage. You must mention that you work for The University of Texas System (Member ID: 11BSGC000037) to obtain the 20% discount. 

The Office of Risk Management recommends that travel companions accompanying UT employees on University business always purchase individual International SOS memberships.