general travel guidance

Use appropriate judgement when considering travel for business purposes. If you are required to travel for business, please familiarize yourself with basic travel guidance:

Always remain vigilant of your surroundings throughout the duration of your trip
Take time to familiarize yourself with any possible travel advisories for the region you are visiting
Travel with your corporate credit card, local currency and/or AMEX prepaid debit card or its equivalent
Do not carry large sums of cash
Before going abroad, notify your personal bank and credit card companies of your travel, and check exchange rates for your destination
Dress inconspicuously and avoid displaying jewelry or valuables
Keep your bags with you at all times
Program your phone with the relevant contact information for your hotel, local security contact, Global Security contact, emergency contact, and the embassy/consulate in the area
Refrain from giving strangers personal information and do not discuss the reasons for your travel
Make sure your passport has enough validity for your destination as many countries require at least 6 months
Avoid travelling and walking at night if possible
Be sure to make copies of important documents like your passport, drivers license, or other forms of identification
Allow only authorized personnel to handle your baggage
Carry your company laptops or technology with you and do not put them in checked baggage
Travel with a portable power supply when possible to ensure your device has sufficient power throughout your journey
In the event of a security incident, move away – not toward – the potential threat

general medical guidance

Consider scheduling a travel health consultation for advice on how to stay healthy while traveling in your destination country.
Bring an ample supply of medication to cover you for your trip, and if possible, a few extra days in case of emergency
If you have been prescribed drugs, carry a letter from your attending physician that describes the medical condition and any prescription medications, including their generic name
Check with the foreign embassy of the country you are visiting to make sure the medications are allowed in the country
Be sure you are appropriately vaccinated for your specific destination
If you are traveling to a region where there is risk for malaria, take your malaria prevention medication before, during, and after travel

health and medical travel advisory and guidelines

Travelers should comply with local BU expectations and processes as well as relevant health authority guidelines.
Travelers should check government advisories for up-to-date requirements placed on travelers by departure and/or destination.
Expatriates authorized to remobilize to their assignment host location will receive location-specific guidance and instructions from host country HR and their Global Mobility Specialist.
International travelers are encouraged to seek a pre-travel consultation with the local Chevron medical clinic if available, or their personal medical provider if not.
Contract workers should follow their contractor company’s guidance and associated processes.

hotel security guidance

Where possible, book your hotel stay using the Chevron CTREX system at a preferred hotel
Review the hotels evacuation and emergency response plan
Locate the nearest emergency exit to your room
Avoid booking a room facing a busy street or at ground level with windows
If possible, book a room on a higher floor where there is less risk of break-ins
Keep your room door and all windows locked and bolted while you are in the room
Lock valuables in the hotel safe when you leave the room
When reserving a hotel, make sure it has security personnel 24 hours a day

vehicle security guidance

If you are traveling to a destination where employees can rent a car, reserve a car that blends in and does not stand out
Before leaving the rental facility, confirm that everything is in good working order
Practice defensive driving measures
If possible, rent a car with central power door locks and windows
While driving, be sure all doors are locked to avoid any snatch-and-grab scenarios
Do not leave valuables unattended in the car
If you are in a taxi, do not share personal information about your business trip with your drive
If you are using Uber or Lyft, match the license plate on the car to the app, confirm the driver’s name, and share your trip with someone

travel advice for females

Observe and respect local clothing customs
Prioritize security in your choice of transportation
Avoid wearing headphones, talking on the phone, or texting when commuting
Wearing a wedding ring, even a fake one, can reduce levels of unwanted attention
Ignore suggestive comments