Visits from Family and Friends
Please note that visits by parents, relatives, or friends do not constitute a valid excuse for not attending classes or completing assignments on time. Family members are also discouraged from accompanying you to the host country at the start of the program. The most appropriate time for a visit is after the program ends.
In 2026, the European Union is instituting a policy requiring U.S. (and many other) citizens who may currently travel to Europe without a visa to register their travel and pay a fee (all online) prior to departure. This new policy, known as ETIAS, has been delayed a few times, but their hope is to have it up and running in late 2026. Please pay attention to this if you’re expecting visitors, as they will need to register themselves before travel.
Mainz, Germany
