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Travel Requirements for International Citizens
Air Travel – All international visitors regardless of country of origin must present a passport or secure document when entering the United States by air.
Land/Sea Travel – Beginning January 31, 2008, the United States will end the practice of accepting oral declarations of citizenship at the border. Visitors must present documentation that proves both identity and citizenship. Identification documents must include a photo, name and date of birth. View the complete list of acceptable documents at www.CBP.gov.
Children ages 18 and under will only be required to present proof of citizenship, such as a birth certificate.
For more information about the WHTI please visit http://www.dhs.gov/xtrvlsec/crossingborders/index.shtm.
International citizens who are planning to travel to the United States for cancer treatment generally must be able to demonstrate that the purpose of their trip is to enter the United States for medical treatment; that they plan to remain for a specific, limited period; and that they intend to return to their home country.
If you live outside the United States and would like to receive a consultation, second opinion, or obtain cancer treatment at Roswell Park Cancer Institute (RPCI), our referral specialists, available at 1-716-845-4020, will be able to help you coordinate all aspects of your cancer care at Roswell Park. Depending on your medical treatment coverage through insurance or government programs, you may be responsible for a portion or all of your expenses incurred at RPCI. A deposit may also be required prior to beginning treatment.They will help you coordinate discussions with a financial counselor, if required, and will also be able to determine what type of information would need to be provided to our physicians in advance of the visit, and any other specific questions you may have about the referral process.
