Hosting International Visitors

International visitors are important in international contacts and provide opportunities for networking of University of Florida faculty and students with international contacts. UF/IFAS Units, Faculty and International Programs hosts many types of short term and long term visitors.

Each Center, Department, County Extension Office and/or Faculty member hosting an international visitor is responsible for programs and logistics, including identifying appropriate housing. For specific information on short term and long term visitor visa requirements call the UF International Center (UFIC) 352- 392-5323.

UF/IFAS International Programs can provide assistance to the hosting unit in identifying contacts or opportunities on campus.

Housing

Finding housing for short-term visitors can often be challenging. You will want to check into the individual arrangements to assure appropriateness for your visitor.

Below are some resource Web sites that you may find useful when looking for short term housing.

Hotels for Short-Term Meetings

•  Hotels Listed on the University of Florida's Bob Graham Center for Public Service Website (some near I-75 interchanges and some near campus)

Housing for Long-Term Visitors

• Housing and apartments listed with CLAS
• Gainesville Lodging
• Apartment hunters