Controller

Travel

The Travel Office sets policy and establishes the principles, requirements, and responsibilities for conducting University-related travel, in a manner that supports traveler safety, mitigates financial risk, complies with applicable regulations (including federal, state, and international), promotes environmental sustainability, and fosters prudent use of University resources.

Travel Policy and Travel Website

For travel guidelines and requirements, refer to the Travel Policy. For travel planning, booking of University-related travel and essential traveler safety and security information, visit the Brown Travel website.

Questions

FCm Travel Solutions

Brown's preferred travel agency is FCm Travel Solutions. FCm offers travelers the latest technology via the web or mobile to access their travel information 24/7. Solutions include FCm Portal, a complete online travel resource and FCm Mobile, for travelers to access their itineraries while on the move.

  • Full service ticketing fee is $35.
  • Online travel booking fee is $10.

First Time Users

First time users must create a travel profile with FCm.

International SOS

Brown University travelers who use FCm to book their travel receive the added benefit that their trip is automatically registered with the University's travel assistance company, International SOS.

Group Travel or Travel Involving Direct Pay Arrangements

For group travel or travel involving the University's direct pay arrangements through the Controller's Office, booking through an Agent at FCm will continue to be the process. FCm Travel Solutions can also be contacted at 401-262-3083 or 800-346-1938.

Travel Risk Management

All travel, regardless of destination, brings a certain level of inherent risk. To help mitigate risk for our global travelers, Brown University regularly monitors world health, safety and security events using a variety of assessment sources, including taking input from the U.S. Department of State (DOS), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), International SOS, Brown faculty and staff regional experts, among other reputable oversight agencies.

Brown Travel Website

Additional Information

Brown has specific guidelines for annual spending, which are outlined across various categories. These guidelines govern a range of activities, including meals, hotels, and car rentals.
Find answers to frequently asked questions regarding travel expenses and reimbursement.