Resources
Export Control Dashboard
MSU's online system for processing Export Control and Open Research Worksheets (ECORRWs) and Export Control Forms for Visa Applications.
- MSU Export Control Dashboard
- Export Control Procedures for Sponsored Projects (circumstances where an ECORRW is required)
Appointments Abroad Request Form Process
The process for requesting an appointment abroad has been streamlined and simplified with the implementation of a new electronic form.
The Appointment Abroad form is only to be completed for individuals who will work from outside the U.S. Other international travel related remote work should be registered with the Global Travel Registry and Concur and follow the guidance at MSU’s Office of Export Control and Trade Sanctions website guidance on international travel. Additionally, please see MSU’s Information Security Practices During Travel.
Sanctioned and Embargoed Countries
The U.S. Department of Treasury, Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) maintains lists of countries subject to U.S. economic and trade sanctions. Comprehensively sanctioned and embargoed countries, where virtually all transactions are prohibited, currently include Cuba, Iran, North Korea, and the Ukrainian regions of Crimea, Donetsk, and Luhansk.
Tools of Trade License Exemption Guidance
License Exception TMP (15 CFR §740.9) under the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) authorizes U.S. Persons to export, reexport, and/or transfer (in-country) certain University-owned equipment, items, and software (“tools of trade”) for temporary use abroad. Tools of trade are those items (e.g., instruments, equipment, software, technology, etc.) needed for use with the individual’s occupation/employment.
Joint Certification Number (DD Form 2345)
MSU holds an approved Military Technical Data Agreement DD Form 2345. MSU’s Office of Export Control and Trade Sanctions (ECTS) can provide you with the JCP certification number listed on the DD2345 if needed.
Visual Compliance
Michigan State University has a cross-campus site license to Visual Compliance software, which provides searchable access to the Commerce Control List, the Munitions list, lists of debarred parties and entities and other resources. You must register with your @msu.edu email address to use the site license.
Travel Advice
- Travel Guidelines for Data
- Safety and Security for the Business Professional Traveling Abroad (U.S. Department of Justice brochure)
- Rules for Cash Imports and Exports (U.S. Customs and Border Control)
Policy Information
- Export Compliance Program Manual (Nov 1, 2022)
- Export Compliance Management Commitment Memo - Gage (Nov. 1, 2022)