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Whether you're saving up for a special occasion — like a honeymoon — or just an upcoming getaway, many travelers opt to save future travel funds in a dedicated bank account. For United Airlines loyalists, this process can be even simpler.

United MileagePlus account members can access a budgeting tool called United TravelBank. Let's dive into the things you'll want to know about the service, how to use it and if it's worth "saving" money in this account at all.

What is United TravelBank? How does it work?

United's TravelBank is pretty much what it sounds like — an online account designed for accumulating travel funds for future United flights. It aims to simplify United MileagePlus members’ budgeting for future personal and/or business flights.

Once the account is set up and has money in it, it syncs with both united.com or the United mobile app as a payment option.

» Learn more: How to use the United MileagePlus X app to earn miles

What to know about United TravelBank

1. you can purchase united travelbank credits for your account.

United gives MileagePlus members the opportunity to buy deposits for their own TravelBank account. However, you can only purchase TravelBank credits in one of six amounts:

If you want to deposit a different amount, you can do so across multiple transactions. Say you want to deposit $150. Just purchase $50 in funds and then make another purchase of $100.

The only limitation is that you can't exceed $5,000 per day per MileagePlus account, meaning that you can do at least five purchases per day.

2. United TravelBank credits are valid for five years

Does United TravelBank expire? Yes. Purchased funds are valid for five years from the date the funds are deposited into your TravelBank account. That gives you plenty of time to use the funds.

That's a much longer validity than other types of airline travel credits. For instance, when purchasing airfare on United, you generally only have 12 months from the date of purchase to use those funds for a flight. So, if you really aren't sure that you'll be able to travel in the next year, you can use the United TravelBank to stash money away for future airfare purchases.

Even with the generous expiration policy, we recommend using up your full TravelBank balance whenever possible to avoid leaving money on the table.

3. You can get United TravelBank credits by holding an IHG card

One of the unexpected ways to get United TravelBank credits is through select IHG credit cards. IHG One Rewards Premier Credit Card and IHG One Rewards Premier Business Credit Card customers can enroll to get up to $50 in TravelBank Cash each calendar year. Cardholders get one deposit of $25 in early January of each year and another $25 deposit in early July.

However, these funds work differently from purchased TravelBank funds. Instead of having five years of validity, you only have a little over six months to use these funds before they expire. The $25 deposited in early January expires on July 15 of the same calendar year, and the $25 funded in July will expire on Jan. 15 of the next year.

During the two-week crossover period, you could have up to $50 in active TravelBank funds from this IHG credit card benefit. That's probably not going to be enough to cover an entire flight, but at least it can save you some out-of-pocket cost on your next United flight.

Eligible cardholders can go to ihg.com/united to register to start receiving this new card benefit. You'll need to log into your IHG One Rewards account and then provide your United MileagePlus number and last name to complete registration. The terms and conditions note that it may take up to two weeks after registration before you receive your first $25 TravelBank deposit.

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4. It’s possible to use credit card travel credits to fund your United TravelBank

United TravelBank purchases often code as travel expenses on your credit card bill. That means you can earn bonus points when using credit cards with a travel bonus category. And you might even be able to use credit card travel credits — such as the Chase Sapphire Reserve® $300 annual travel credit , the Citi Prestige® Card $250 air travel credit or certain other credit card incidental fee credits.

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5. You can't use United TravelBank funds for other travel purchases

A major downside of the United TravelBank is that funds can only be used to book United-operated or United Express-operated flights, plus certain subscription products.

Travelers living near an airport with a strong United presence may not mind being limited to flying United. However, if Delta Air Lines, Alaska Airlines or American Airlines offers a much cheaper airfare, you won't be able to use your United TravelBank funds to purchase those flights.

Likewise, United TravelBank funds can't be used for hotels or car rental purchases.

» Learn more: United vs. Delta — Which is best?

6. The United TravelBank doesn't earn interest

Another downside of saving funds through the United TravelBank is that you won't earn interest on the saved funds. Over the past few years, interest rates have been so low that you wouldn't have missed out on much interest income by placing funds in the United TravelBank instead.

However, now that interest rates are increasing , you might be able to grow your travel funds faster by saving funds in an actual savings account rather than the United TravelBank.

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How to use United TravelBank

Once you’ve added money to the TravelBank account, you can select TravelBank cash as a payment option when logged into united.com or the United app.

When you're ready to use your travel funds, just log into your United MileagePlus account and search for a paid flight. On the checkout page, select the TravelBank payment option. Then, you can then enter precisely how much of your funds you want to apply to this booking.

Note that you can only use TravelBank funds for flights priced in U.S. dollars. And unfortunately, you can't use TravelBank funds to pay taxes and fees on a MileagePlus award ticket. For cash bookings, TravelBank monies can be used to cover the ticket price, taxes and surcharges.

Even if you have enough funds to cover the entire purchase, you may want to charge part of your flight booking to a credit card that provides travel insurance .

TravelBank cash can be used alone or in combination with other accepted forms of payment, such as Apple Pay, Visa Checkout or PayPal.

Is United TravelBank worth it?

The United TravelBank provides travelers with another way of stashing away funds for future travel. MileagePlus members can fund as little as $50 at a time, up to $5,000 per day. Your funds are valid for five years from the date of deposit, giving you plenty of time to use them.

However, funding the United TravelBank locks you into booking paid flights through United, decreasing the flexibility of your money. You can't even use TravelBank to pay for taxes and fees on award travel. So, you may only want to deposit funds in the TravelBank if you're sure that you will be paying for a United flight in the near future.

How to maximize your rewards

You want a travel credit card that prioritizes what’s important to you. Here are our picks for the best travel credit cards of 2024 , including those best for:

Flexibility, point transfers and a large bonus: Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card

No annual fee: Bank of America® Travel Rewards credit card

Flat-rate travel rewards: Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card

Bonus travel rewards and high-end perks: Chase Sapphire Reserve®

Luxury perks: The Platinum Card® from American Express

Business travelers: Ink Business Preferred® Credit Card

1x-2x Earn 2 miles per $1 spent on dining, hotel stays and United® purchases. 1 mile per $1 spent on all other purchases

50,000 Earn 50,000 bonus miles after you spend $3,000 on purchases in the first 3 months your account is open.

1x-2x Earn 2 miles per $1 spent on United® purchases, dining, at gas stations, office supply stores and on local transit and commuting. Earn 1 mile per $1 spent on all other purchases.

75000 Earn 75,000 bonus miles after you spend $5,000 on purchases in the first 3 months your account is open.

1x-3x Earn 3x miles on United® purchases, 2x miles on dining, select streaming services & all other travel, 1x on all other purchases

60,000 Earn 60,000 bonus miles and 500 Premier qualifying points after you spend $4,000 on purchases in the first 3 months your account is open.

6 Clever Ways To Use United Airlines MileagePlus Miles

• United MileagePlus offers multiple ways to spend miles, including Money + Miles for bookings.
• Travelers can use miles for TSA PreCheck, United Club access, cabin upgrades, and onboard amenities.
• MileagePlus members can bid on exclusive experiences, purchase gift cards, and pay for airport dining using miles.

As we accumulate airline reward points, we must decide how to spend them. For United MileagePlus members , these can be redeemed for flights, gift cards, shopping, lounge access, and more. Through the Star Alliance program, MileagePlus members travel to over 1,000 destinations through the alliance network and can earn points on partner airlines on select routes and fares.

Some of us may not have enough miles to book that memorable trip; for this, United has a unique feature called Money + Miles, which allows you to pay with cash and your points.

MileagePlus members don't need to take flights to earn rewards either, with the ability to book hotels and resorts through United Hotels and receive VIP access benefits for MileagePlus Premier and MileagePlus Chase card members. Booking a car is also easy; with Avis or Budget, you'll continue to earn rewards.

If you prefer to travel on the seven seas, United Cruises offers you the option to pay with Money and miles and receive exclusive onboard extras on select cruises. A trip with Norwegian, Carnival, or Royal Caribbean can start from just 22,714 miles, depending on the length of the journey. While you're onboard, members with Premier Status may be treated with up to $250 of onboard spending money or free alcoholic drinks. You will also earn up to seven miles for every $1 spent when booking your cruise.

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MileagePlus members can spend to their heart's content on eGift Cards powered by MileagePlus X. There are over 270 merchants ranging from Walmart, Apple, Home Depot, Starbucks, Best Buy, Adidas, Uber, and Sephora. Not only will you be able to redeem your miles here, but you will earn them too when buying cards through this portal with your MileagePlus linked credit card.

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How To Get TSA PreCheck Using Points And Miles

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If you're looking to breeze through the airport quicker, using your miles to pay for TSA PreCheck could be right up your alley. Using your miles for new and renewal fees with the TSA allows you to enjoy getting through airport security in less than five minutes, leaving your laptop in your bag, or keeping your shoes and belts on.

Just 11,000 miles

TSA PreCheck is valid for five years and starts at 11,000 MileagePlus miles, which covers the $78 application fee.

You can use your miles to enhance your journey onboard in several ways. These include:

Redeeming your miles to travel in a premium cabin could enhance your trip to the next level. How do Premium Plus, Business, and first class sound?

United Club

At participating airports worldwide, you can redeem your miles for a United Club membership and enjoy a complimentary snack and beverage before taking off on a United or Star Alliance flight. 45 United Clubs are scattered across the United States and internationally, including lounges in Guam, Hong Kong, London Heathrow, Mexico City, and Tokyo Narita.

Unable to travel light? You can pre-pay bags up to 24 hours before take-off using your MileagePlus miles.

Inflight dining

Snack away with meals, drinks, and snack boxes paid for with your United MileagePlus points on select United flights.

Are you sick of the middle seat? Use your miles to book a seat on your next United or United Express service. You can book preferred seating or even Economy Plus.

Start surfing the web with fast Wi-Fi. Just 800 miles will get you updating your Twitter feed in no time.

Magazines and newspapers

Through the carrier Magsformiles program, you can redeem miles on your favorite magazines or newspapers. How does a subscription to the Washington Examiner or Florida Trend sound? Or even Midwest Living or Wine Spectator? These start at just 600 miles.

If you plan on sitting back with a cup of tea and the newspaper, MileagePlus will reward you with the paper subject to your zip code; you can check out which newspapers are available near you via this link.

Airport dining

You can now pay your tab with MileagePlus at participating restaurants at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). You can pay the bill using the iPad near where you are seated at these and other participating restaurants:

Newark (EWR) - Terminal C

Houston (iah) - terminal e.

Down in Texas, you can use your mile at four Cibo Express Gourmet Markets in Terminal E. United plans to add more dining options in Terminal C and E throughout the year.

MileagePlus Exclusives

Another unique way to spend your MileagePlus miles is to bid on once-in-a-lifetime experiences like VIP sports tickets, concerts, and behind-the-scenes tours.

Popular recent exclusives:

• A tour of United's operations at LAX
• Tickets to the Chicago White Sox vs. Cleveland baseball game
• An exclusive tour of Archer's groundbreaking electric air taxi technologies.

How does Delta compare? Check out the article below.

5 Clever Ways To Use Delta Skymiles?

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• Exclusive percentage discounts on United and participating airlines
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• Online reporting with detailed travel and account activity, powered by UATP ® and United Jetstream
• United Corporate Preferred and Break from Business benefits
• Access to joint venture partners Air Canada, Air New Zealand, ANA and Lufthansa Group

Wherever your business takes your travelers, PassPlus makes travel more affordable and rewarding. *based on the initial investment

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Enjoy savings and more:

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• All the features of the fares you normally buy, just at a lower price
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• Savings applied no matter when or how you book
• Available amenities like Premier ® status, United Club℠ access or Wi-Fi
• Access to Air Canada*, Air New Zealand*, ANA and Lufthansa Group

*Discounts for Air Canada (AC) and Air New Zealand (NZ) only apply for United (UA) codeshare flight numbers. Flights operated by Air Canada on transatlantic itineraries only. Restrictions apply. Subject to change.

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1 The discount is valid for fare basis codes that start with F only on flights marketed and operated by All Nippon Airways, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa and Swiss International Airlines. 2 The discount is valid for fare basis codes that start with G or E only on eligible Premium Economy tickets for flights marketed and operated by Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa and Swiss International Airlines.

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• One price for each cabin and market no matter when or how you book
• Flexibility to book, change or cancel whenever you need to
• Discounts also applicable on Air Canada*, Air New Zealand*, ANA, and Lufthansa Group.

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Your company’s outstanding relationship with United ® comes with unparalleled extras from booking to landing, and everything in between. This industry-leading, multi-level benefits program is offered only to our very best and most loyal corporate customers.

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You have been selected to participate in United Corporate Preferred Plus, our exclusive benefits program for business travelers, so you can enjoy the full range of premium travel perks on every eligible flight*.

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Experience preferred treatment from standby status to boarding protection.

Enjoy tie-breaker preference on the upgrade list and preferred seat protection.

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Receive preferred re-accommodation and protection when travel doesn't go as planned.

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This benefit applies across United’s available upgrade tools and instruments.

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You’ll have higher priority for protection in the unlikely event of a downgrade or involuntary denied boarding situation.

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Rest easy. We've got you covered with consideration for better re-accommodation outcomes if your flight is delayed or canceled.

How does United Corporate Preferred status act as a tie-breaker for standby and upgrades?

It’s simple: Your United Corporate Preferred status counts as a differentiator just like MileagePlus Premier® status or fare class. That means you will get priority for upgrades and standby over another traveler without United Corporate Preferred status, all else being equal.

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United PerksPlus gives you the flexibility of booking travel with United and participating carriers the way you want to, through united.com United City Ticket Offices, the United Customer Contact Center, participating carrier websites or reservations centers, or a travel agent. And now, you have the option to earn points by using a unique company designator (Tour Code) when you book eligible employee travel through your travel agent.

Effective February 1, 2024, U.S.-based PerksPlus customers are required to book through a travel agency to access United PerksPlus benefits.

Discover more rewards

The rewards of business travel have never been better with United PerksPlus. For comprehensive information on the options for redemption, please see the United PerksPlus  Reward Chart.

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Points can be redeemed for United MileagePlus Premier Gold or Silver status. Premier members enjoy special benefits including:

• Bonus award miles on United flights
• Complimentary access to Economy Plus® seating, when available
• Premier Access® priority services, including check-in, baggage handling, security screening (where available) and boarding
• Complimentary Premier Upgrades
• Instant upgrades on Y- or B-class full-fare Economy tickets

For more information on MileagePlus Premier benefits, visit the Premier benefits and more page

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Use points to enjoy a United Club annual membership or receive a book of one-time passes to access United airport lounges in over 45 locations worldwide. Visit the United Club and lounges page for more information on the United Club network.

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Points may be redeemed for award travel certificates that can be used on the extensive United route network.

Discover more control

All travel management and reward redemption tools are available to you through your United PerksPlus online account. It's easy for you to manage your profile, view travel and redemption activity and request rewards at your convenience.

Discover how it works

To qualify for enrollment into the United PerksPlus program, your company must have at least five employees and a valid Tax ID, and not be enrolled in any other United or participating carrier program that provides a discount. Simply fill out the United PerksPlus Enrollment Form to get started .

Effective February 1, 2024, U.S.-based PerksPlus accounts are required to book through a travel agency to qualify for the United PerksPlus program.

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United PerksPlus is an annual program and your membership will automatically renew.

Customers in the U.S. and Canada Once your company's qualifying spend totals $5,000 USD on United, United Express, Lufthansa Group and ANA (where applicable) within the 12-month period immediately after enrollment, we will automatically renew your membership. Upon renewal, outstanding points earned during the prior term will remain valid for an additional 24 months.

Customers in Latin America and the Caribbean Once your company's qualifying spend totals $5,000 USD on United, United Express and ANA within the 12-month period immediately after enrollment, we will automatically renew your membership. Upon renewal, outstanding points earned during the prior term will remain valid for an additional 24 months.

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Once enrolled, select "My United PerksPlus Account" and log in using your account number and PIN/password to:

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• Change PIN/password: Your account security is very important and along with your account number, your PIN/password is the key to your United PerksPlus account. You may change your PIN/password online.
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United Airlines is giving travelers more self-service options than ever if something with their travel goes awry. By further streamlining its mobile application, the airline is providing customers a feature to view and claim vouchers for things like hotels, meals and rideshares when applicable.

“What we’ve learned through all the different things we’ve done in the app is there’s a huge amount of our customers that actually prefer to do things self-service,” Linda Jojo, United’s chief customer officer told USA TODAY. “This is an ability to give that option to the customers who want it.” 

The app updates have been in testing for a few months and are expected to be rolled out more widely with the airline’s announcement Thursday.

“We love using technology to create a better experience,” Jojo said. “It’s really to help get through the day of travel from the time you check in to the time you pick up your bags at baggage claim.” 

In addition to the new ability to view vouchers, Jojo said the update will consolidate a lot of the self-service features to make the app easier to navigate.

According to United, the updates and things that are being moved include:

• Seeing and receiving hotel, meal and rideshare vouchers during eligible delays and cancellations.
• Notifications about flight delays.
• Rebooking options for eligible flights.
• Bag tracking.
• Connecting with a virtual customer service agent.

Although about half of United customers now use self-service options when disruptions occur, Jojo said in-person service will remain available for those who prefer to speak to a customer service agent.

“There’s a perception that airlines don’t care about customers when things go wrong, and that’s the opposite of what’s the case,” Jojo said. “We want to get our customers the best way to get on to their original destination the smoothest way possible despite all of those other things we can’t control.” 

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If your flight is canceled and you choose not to travel on alternate flights you’re offered, you’re entitled to a full cash refund even if you purchased nonrefundable tickets. Policies around delays are more complicated and are essentially at the discretion of each carrier, but the Department of Transportation has a dashboard that outlines individual airlines’ promises in the event of a significant holdup.

Zach Wichter is a travel reporter for USA TODAY based in New York. You can reach him at [email protected]

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Travelers may also depart via some of Russia’s land borders. More information is below.

Use of Credit/Debit Cards & Access to Foreign Currency:  International sanctions have been imposed on Russian banks due to Russia’s military actions in Ukraine. As a result, U.S.-issued credit and debit cards will not work in Russia. Travelers may consider using local credit cards, cash, or other forms of payment. Travelers can also ask family and friends outside of Russia to buy their ticket. U.S. citizens should take this into account when making plans.

Be aware the exclusion of Russia from the SWIFT system has made money transfers to/from the United States impossible. The Bank of Russia announced that non-residents from “both friendly and unfriendly countries” may transfer funds abroad in the amount of their wages although there remains a ban on transferring funds abroad for non-residents from “unfriendly countries” that do not work in Russia, as well as legal entities from such states. This ban may be extended beyond its current end date of September 30, 2024. In addition, non-residents may have difficulty withdrawing foreign currency, including USD, from accounts held in Russian banks.

We encourage you to enroll in our  Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) . STEP enrollment gives you the latest security updates and it makes it easier for the U.S. Embassy to contact you in an emergency. U.S. Citizens in Russia can email  [email protected]  for assistance.

Click  here  for more updates from the U.S. Embassy in Russia.

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Departing Russia by Air:

If you want to leave Russia by air, be prepared to comply with your destination's entry requirements. Direct flights are now operating from Moscow and other major Russian cities to Turkey, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Thailand, India, and other destinations.

Departing Russia by Land:

If you want to leave Russia by land, be prepared to comply with your destination’s entry requirements,  which may differ from the entry requirements for travelers arriving by plane . Travelers should also be aware that not all border crossings may be open. Travelers should check the website of the U.S. Embassy in the country you wish to visit for more information. For a list of embassies, click  here .

Departing Russia by Sea:

While ferry availability changes often, some ferries from Russia to other countries may be running, including from Sochi to Trabzon, Turkey.

Visa Requirements for Families with U.S. and Russian Citizen Family Members

The following information may be useful to families with both U.S. and Russian citizen family members that are considering departure options:

No Visa Required for Russian Citizens

Azerbaijan:  Russians do not need a visa to enter Azerbaijan and can stay for up to 90 days.

Bahrain:  Russians can get visas on arrival.

Georgia:  Russian citizens do not need a visa to enter Georgia.

Kazakhstan:  Russian citizens can enter Kazakhstan without a visa by air for up to 90 days but not more than 90 days within a 180-day period.

Mongolia:  Mongolia does not require a visa for temporary (30-day) stays of Russian nationals. It only requires a passport with at least six-months validity.

Qatar:  Russian citizens can enter Qatar visa free for an initial 30-day stay. They have the possibility to extend 30 additional days.

Serbia:  Russians do not need visas to enter Serbia and can stay for up to 30 days.

UAE:  UAE offers visas on arrival for Russian tourists with authorization for a 30-day stay. Russian tourists can extend these visas to 90 days.

Visa Required for Russian Citizens

Estonia:  The Estonian government does not allow Russian citizens with short-term Schengen visas to enter Estonia for tourism, sports, or culture.  The entry restrictions do not apply to Russian citizens who are long-term residents of Estonia or to individuals traveling to Estonia to visit family who are Estonian citizens or long-term residents.  The rules also exempt workers involved in transporting goods and passengers, and also include individuals in certain humanitarian circumstances. The Estonian Police and Border Guard website has more information. 

Finland:  Russian citizens need a visa to enter Finland. Finland has greatly reduced the acceptance of tourist visas for Russians. Priority is given to those applying for a visa due to family reasons, work, or study. In extreme cases, the Finnish Border Patrol will consider parole entry if the person is transiting Finland or has other extraordinary circumstances.

Latvia:  Visas are required for Russians to enter Latvia. They are currently not being issued except for some specific funerals. For more information, please contact the  Latvian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Lithuania:  Russian citizens need a visa to enter Lithuania. Lithuania is no longer issuing visas to Russian citizens. Lithuania does not allow Russian citizens with short-term Schengen visas to enter Lithuania for tourism, sports, or culture. Exceptions apply for family members of EU nationals, seafarers, people transiting to Kaliningrad, and in other humanitarian situations. 

SPECIFIC INFORMATION ON ENTERING NEIGHBORING COUNTRIES FROM RUSSIA:

Azerbaijan To reach the U.S. Embassy in Baku, call +994 12 488-3300, or email the American Citizens Services unit at  [email protected]

Click  here  to see all Messages and Alerts for U.S. Visitors to Azerbaijan.

• Azerbaijan's land borders with its neighboring countries remain closed, except for freight transportation. Entry into Azerbaijan is possible only by air.
• Azerbaijan’s national air carrier, AZAL (Azerbaijan Airlines), operates regular flights from Moscow's Domodedovo and Vnukovo airports, St. Petersburg, Astrakhan, Kazan, Mineralniye Vody, Makhachkala, Novosibirsk, Samara, Sochi, Ufa, Volgograd, and Yekaterinburg.

Belarus Do not travel to Belarus due to the Belarusian authorities’ continued facilitation of Russia’s war against Ukraine, the buildup of Russian military forces in Belarus, the arbitrary enforcement of local laws, the potential of civil unrest, the risk of detention, and the Embassy’s limited ability to assist U.S. citizens residing in or traveling to Belarus. U.S. citizens in Belarus should depart immediately. Read the  travel advisory for Belarus here .

Estonia To reach the U.S. Embassy in Estonia, call 372-668-8100, or email  [email protected] .

Click  here  to read all Messages and Alerts for U.S. Visitors to Estonia.

• Estonia does not allow air traffic from Russia due to EU sanctions. U.S. citizens may cross into Estonia but family members of other nationalities may need Estonian visas to enter.
• Estonia no longer allows vehicles with Russian Federation license plates to enter Estonia. Drivers and passengers of Russian-plated vehicles may cross the border on foot and must leave the vehicle behind in Russia. The ban does not apply to international passenger transport buses.
• Lux Express continues to offer bus service between St. Petersburg and Tallinn. If you travel by bus from Russia to Estonia, expect longer than normal wait times to cross the border.
• Dual U.S.-Russian citizens have reported difficulties entering Estonia. U.S. citizens with other nationalities should be ready to prove their citizenship and show travel details to Estonian border guards.
• There are currently no ferries operating from Russia to Estonia.
• As of February 1, 2024, the Russian Federation closed the Narva-Ivangorod border crossing for construction. It is closed to all motor vehicle traffic in both directions. Russian authorities say the border may be closed for approximately two and a half years. It is still possible to cross the Narva-Ivangorod border on foot but crossing by vehicle is not possible. Buses still travel between Russia and Estonia, as noted above, but passengers will have to cross the border on foot and transfer to a different bus. In addition, as of May 1, 2024, the Narva-Ivangorod border crossing will be closed at night between 11:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. and no crossings will be permitted during that time, including for pedestrians.
• Vehicles can still cross the Estonian-Russian border at the Koidula-Kunitsina Gora and Luhamaa-Shumilkina border crossings, with limitations imposed on Russian Federation license plates as noted above.

Finland To reach the U.S. Embassy in Finland, call +358-9-616-250, or email  [email protected]

Click  here  to read all Messages and Alerts for U.S. Visitors to Finland.

• All land border crossing points between Finland and Russia are closed. Check the Finnish Border Guards website for updated information regarding Finland’s borders and entry requirements, check the Finnish Border Guards website.
• Finland’s national railway operator has suspended service between
• No air travel between Finland and Russia is possible.
• There are currently no ferries operating from Russia to Finland.
• When the border is open, travelers may not cross the land border on foot.

U.S. citizens with expired passports may transit Finland to the United States, but they must contact the U.S. Embassy in Helsinki at  [email protected]  in advance and provide the traveler’s name, arrival time, vehicle information, and U.S. airline ticket information.

Passengers transiting Finland may not cross the border outside regular opening hours except to make connecting flights/ferries.

You can find requirements for entry from the  Finnish Border Guards website .

Georgia To reach the U.S. Embassy in Georgia, call +(995 32) 227-70-00, or email the American Citizens Services unit at  [email protected] .

For information on the Georgian border, please visit the Georgian State Commission on Migration Issues .

Kazakhstan To reach the U.S. Embassy in Kazakhstan, call +7 (7172) 70-21-00, or email the American Citizens Services unit at  [email protected] .

Click  here  to see all Messages and Alerts for U.S. Visitors to Kazakhstan.

• While Air Astana and FlyArystan have suspended flights between Russia and Kazakhstan, other airlines may continue to fly between the two countries. U.S. government personnel are prohibited from using Kazakhstani airlines for official travel without prior approval, except for Air Astana and FlyArystan, due to safety concerns. For more information about travel, see Kazakhstan’s Country Information Page .
• U.S. Citizens with expired passports will not be admitted to Kazakhstan, including for transit.

Latvia To reach the U.S. Embassy in Latvia, call +371 6710 7000, or email  [email protected] .

Click  here  to read all Messages and Alerts for U.S. Visitors to Latvia.

• The Russia-Latvia border remains open, but border crossing points may be limited. Travelers to Latvia should check with  Latvian Border Police  before starting travel. U.S. citizens may cross into Latvia with U.S. passports that have a validity of at least six months.
• Latvia no longer allows entry for Russian-registered and plated private vehicles. This includes those owned or driven by U.S. citizens. We recommend traveling via plane or bus.
• There is direct bus service from Moscow and St. Petersburg to Riga via the Ecolines buses, which depart daily.
• There is no train or ferry service which travels directly from Russia or Belarus to Latvia.
• Latvia is not issuing visas to Russian citizens to enter the country at this time, including for accompanying Russian family members of U.S. citizen minors. 
• Latvia currently allows U.S. citizens to cross into Latvia from Belarus through only one land border crossing. Please check hours and locations as they may change without notice.
• There are extended waits to cross the land border from Russia to Latvia. The wait time can be as long as 72-96 hours, with limited or no access to food, water, or sanitary facilities.

Lithuania To reach the U.S. Embassy in Lithuania, call +370 5 266 5600, or email  [email protected]

Click  here  to read all Messages and Alerts for U.S. Visitors to Lithuania.

• Russian citizens need a visa to enter Lithuania. Lithuania is no longer issuing visas to Russian citizens. Lithuania does not allow Russian citizens with short-term Schengen visas to enter Lithuania for tourism, sports, or culture. Exceptions apply for family members of EU nationals, seafarers, people transiting Kaliningrad, and in other humanitarian situations. 

Mongolia To reach the U.S. Embassy in Ulaanbaatar, call +976-7007-6001, or email the American Citizens Services unit at  [email protected] .

Click  here  to see all Messages and Alerts for U.S. Visitors to Mongolia.

• There are no reports of any border/Point of Entry closures.
• The Mongolian government requires those entering to be in possession of a passport with at least six month validity.
• U.S. and Russian nationals can travel and enter Mongolia visa-free, but may be required to register after arrival depending on the length of stay.
• There are flights each month operating on Aero Mongolia from Ulan Ude to Ulaanbaatar and from Irkutsk to Ulaanbaatar. These tickets can only be purchased inside Russia.
• See Mongolia’s Country Information Page for more information about travel to Mongolia, and entry and exit requirements for U.S. citizens.

Poland To reach the U.S. Embassy in Warsaw, call +48 22 504-2000, or email the [email protected] .

Click  here  to read all Messages and Alerts for U.S. Visitors to Poland.

• U.S. citizens are restricted from entering Poland from Belarus and Russia unless they meet one of the exceptions currently in place.  You may find the list of exceptions on the  Polish Border Guard website .
• U.S. citizens who do not meet one of the listed exceptions, but who want to return/evacuate from Belarus to the United States in transit through Poland, or who need to enter Poland for humanitarian reasons, may apply for a special permit to enter Poland only at the border crossing point in Brest-Terespol.

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How to book travel (and save points) with Chase Travel

Editor's note : This is a recurring post, regularly updated with the latest information.

Chase Ultimate Rewards is one of the best flexible rewards currencies available, and you can get some incredible value from your Ultimate Rewards points .

Generally, we recommend transferring Chase points to the program's airline and hotel partners for award bookings. However, sometimes redeeming Ultimate Rewards points for paid travel through Chase Travel℠ is more advantageous. This option can save you money, particularly when traditional award space is unavailable, as you can book almost any available flight or hotel through Chase Travel.

Here's what you need to know about Chase Travel.

Related: New Chase Sapphire Preferred offer: Earn 75,000 of the most valuable points

What is Chase Travel

To maximize your Ultimate Rewards points, it's often best to transfer them to partner programs like United MileagePlus , World of Hyatt or British Airways Executive Club for award reservations. However, it's important to compare the points needed for a direct booking through Chase Travel to those required for an award booking. Sometimes, booking through the portal can be beneficial, as the points price is tied to the cash cost of the flight or hotel stay, potentially resulting in lower point requirements.

However, you need to have some Chase points before using Chase Travel. If you're unfamiliar with Chase's most popular cards and welcome offers, here are a few current ones to be aware of.

Ink Business Preferred® Credit Card

The Ink Business Preferred® Credit Card is a TPG favorite. It currently comes with one of the highest sign-up bonuses from Chase — 100,000 bonus points after you spend $8,000 on purchases in the first three months of account opening.

Based on our valuations , the bonus points alone are worth $2,050. However, you can redeem these points through Chase Travel for a fixed value of 1.25 cents apiece.

Read more: Ink Business Preferred Credit Card review: A great all-around business card

Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card

The Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card is another fantastic addition to your wallet. For a limited time, you'll earn an elevated 75,000 bonus points after you spend $4,000 on purchases in the first three months from account opening. The bonus is worth $1,538 based on TPG valuations .

Like the Ink Business Preferred, you'll get a value of 1.25 cents per point when booking directly through Chase Travel with the Sapphire Preferred. You'll also earn 5 points per dollar on paid travel purchased through Chase (excluding the first $50 in hotel purchases that qualify for the card's annual hotel credit ).

Read more: Chase Sapphire Preferred credit card review: 75,000-point bonus for a top travel card

Chase Sapphire Reserve®

For a limited time only, the Chase Sapphire Reserve® offers 75,000 bonus points after you spend $4,000 on purchases in the first three months from account opening, which is worth $1,538 based on TPG valuations.

This card includes additional perks, like a PreCheck or Global Entry credit , Priority Pass lounge access and a $300 annual travel credit . This card also boosts your portal redemption rate to 1.5 cents per point, giving you 0.25 cents per point in additional purchase power over the Sapphire Preferred. When you book travel through Chase with the Sapphire Reserve, you'll earn 10 points per dollar on hotels and car rentals and 5 points per dollar on flights (excluding purchases that qualify for the $300 travel credit).

Read more: Chase Sapphire Reserve credit card review: Luxury perks and valuable rewards, plus a 75,000-point bonus

Cash-back cards

Chase also issues a number of cash-back credit cards — including the Chase Freedom Unlimited® , Ink Business Cash® Credit Card and Ink Business Unlimited® Credit Card . The rewards you earn on these cards are worth 1 cent apiece toward travel in Chase Travel. However, Chase allows you to combine your earnings into a single account . This means that you can effectively convert these cash-back rewards into fully transferable Ultimate Rewards points if you also have the Sapphire Preferred, Sapphire Reserve or Ink Business Preferred.

How to use Chase Travel

You can book flights, hotels, car rentals, cruises and other travel through Chase Travel, and it's relatively simple to access. First, you'll need to log into your Chase account, then navigate to the right side of the page, where you'll see a little box with your total Ultimate Rewards balance.

Click the box and it will bring you to the Ultimate Rewards dashboard, which looks like this:

Click "Travel" to access the travel homepage and search for airfare, hotels or vacation rentals.

Remember that when you book hotels through the portal with Ultimate Rewards points, you typically will not earn hotel points and elite credits and may not receive elite status perks because it's considered a third-party booking.

However, flights booked through the portal will typically earn frequent flyer miles and qualify for elite status.

How to book flights using Chase Travel

Booking your flights is a straightforward process once you've navigated to the portal's travel page. Type in your arrival and departure airports and travel dates, then hit the search button. For this search, I looked for a one-way flight from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).

You'll then see the available flight options. When you find a flight you like, select the fare type you want to book and click the blue "Choose flight" button.

Once you've selected your preferred flights, you'll be taken to the next page to review your flight information and look over any upgrades you'd like to make.

Then, you'll be directed to the checkout page, where you can pay with cash, points or a combination of the two. Again, points linked to a Chase Sapphire Reserve account are worth 1.5 cents each. If you have a Chase Sapphire Preferred Card or Ink Business Preferred Credit Card , points are worth 1.25 cents each.

Finally, you'll be directed to a page where you will enter the traveler's information and finalize your flights.

How to book hotels using Chase Travel

Booking hotels is similar to booking flights on the travel portal. This can be advantageous if you're looking at hotels outside of major chains that partner with Ultimate Rewards ( Hyatt , IHG and Marriott ). Regardless of how you book your hotel, compare the award rates required by these hotel loyalty programs to ensure you're getting the best deal.

Also, if you have an eligible card, you can access the Chase Luxury Hotel & Resort Collection , which gives you perks at around 1,000 luxury properties worldwide. Participating cards include the Chase Sapphire Reserve , United℠ Explorer Card , United Club℠ Infinite Card , United Quest℠ Card and United℠ Business Card .

Here's a sample search for hotels in Olso, Norway, which hosts mostly boutique hotels.

Once you've selected your desired property, room and rate, you can specify how many points you want to use on the checkout page.

Then, run through the on-screen prompts to finalize your booking, and you'll get an email confirmation.

Remember, you'll receive up to $50 in statement credits yearly for hotel reservations made through Chase Travel as a Sapphire Preferred cardholder.

Related: Book low-end or luxury hotels to get the best value from your points

How to book car rentals, cruises and other travel using Chase Travel

Using Chase Travel, you can rent cars, pay with points and still receive the excellent primary car rental insurance offered by the Chase Sapphire Reserve and Chase Sapphire Preferred Card .

The process of renting cars is similar to booking flights and hotels. Navigate to the "Cars" header from the main landing page and type in your itinerary, even if it's a one-way rental. Then, select "Search," and the results page will pop up. Once you choose your car, you'll be prompted to select add-ons.

When you've finished selecting, you'll head to the booking page, where you'll input your personal information and choose how many points you'd like to spend. Remember that to qualify for rental car insurance, you must decline the car rental company's collision damage waiver and ensure that anyone driving the car is on the rental agreement.

You can also book activities and cruises through Chase. Regarding activities, you can use your points to book fantastic tours like a Washington, D.C., night monument tour or Singapore heritage food tour at 1.25 or 1.5 cents each. This can be an excellent way to make a vacation free, instead of just your hotels and flights.

Cruises are also available, though you'll have to call to book those.

Related: The easiest ways to save on rental cars

More things to consider about Chase Travel

Below is some general guidance to maximize your experience with the portal.

We recommend comparing the points needed through Chase Travel with those required for partner transfers, factoring in taxes and fees. If you have or want hotel elite status, avoid booking hotels through the portal. These stays generally won't count toward status or qualify for hotel elite status benefits.

Booking through Chase Travel with cash can earn you extra points; Ink Business Preferred and Sapphire Preferred cardholders earn 5 points per dollar on all travel and Sapphire Reserve cardholders earn 5 points per dollar on flights and 10 points per dollar on hotels and rental cars. You might find better rates by booking directly with the travel provider; however, if your plans are firm and rates are comparable, booking through the portal can be worthwhile for earning extra points.

Remember that booking through third-party sites may result in issues if you change your plans, though. Travel providers are more likely to assist you if you've booked directly with them.

Bottom line

Chase Travel lets you use your points to book flights, hotels, rental cars, cruises and activities. If award flights aren't available or you find a cheap fare that requires fewer points, booking through the portal can be a good option.

With the Chase Sapphire Preferred and Chase Sapphire Reserve cards offering elevated welcome bonuses of 75,000 Ultimate Rewards points, now is a great time to look at Chase Travel.

Similarly, for hotels, it can be a good deal if you find a cheap rate or book a boutique property, but keep in mind that you may not earn hotel points or receive elite benefits. Whether booking rental cars, activities or cruises, always compare the options to see if using the portal or transferring to partners for an award is more advantageous.

Football Program Operations Manager

• Madison, Wisconsin
• INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETICS/FB OPERATIONS
• Staff-Full Time
• Opening at: May 9 2024 at 14:05 CDT
• Closing at: May 23 2024 at 23:55 CDT

Job Summary:

Athletics Program Operations Managers hold a variety of duties for our Wisconsin Football team. Responsibilities may include anything from player analysis to developing relationships with external partners and recruits.

Responsibilities:

• 10% Monitors student-athlete academic eligibility and status to ensure compliance with established rules and regulations
• 45% Evaluates existing strategies, policies, and procedures and makes recommendations to unit leadership for program enhancement; ensures compliance with existing requirements
• 25% Schedules logistics, secures resources, and finalizes team scheduling of facilities and travel for games, practices, camps, clinics, and special events
• 5% Manages the unit or program budget
• 15% May travel with assigned team to ensure compliance with applicable state and university rules

Institutional Statement on Diversity:

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals. The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world. For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion

Required Bachelor's Degree

Qualifications:

Minimum of 2 years relevant experience in collegiate athletics Knowledge and Skills: * Ability to multi-task and work under time constraints. * Must be knowledgeable of rules and regulations of the Big Ten and NCAA. * Proven strong organizational skills. * Effective oral and written communication. * Strong problem solving skills. * Ability to work evenings, weekends, and travel as needed.

Full Time: 100% It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.

Appointment Type, Duration:

Ongoing/Renewable

Minimum $63,800 ANNUAL (12 months) Depending on Qualifications

Additional Information:

Conditions of Appointment: This is a 100% Academic Staff appointment. Salary will be assigned within the appropriate range, commensurate with the candidate's qualifications and experience. An excellent benefits package is also included. Successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment. Unless confidentiality is requested in your online application, information regarding the names of applicants must be released upon request. Finalists cannot be guaranteed confidentiality. UW-Madison conducts criminal background checks for final candidate(s).

How to Apply:

To ensure full consideration, complete applications must be received by no later than 11:55 p.m. CST, on the assured consideration date. Please complete the online application and attach a cover letter addressing your qualifications and experiences specifically relating to the responsibilities of this position, a comprehensive resume, and contact information for at least three professional references. The hiring unit will notify finalists prior to any communication with these references. Applicants selected to participate further in the selection process will be notified directly. All applicants will be notified once a final selection has been made and the search has been completed.

Kayla Weisensel [email protected] 608-262-6340 Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

Official Title:

Athl Prog Operations Mgr(AT027)

Department(s):

A42-INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETICS/FOOTBALL/FOOTBALL

Employment Class:

Academic Staff-Renewable

Job Number:

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