Harvard Global Research and Support Services mission is to support and enable Harvard’s international projects and travel while mitigating risks to the University and individuals.

What  they do

They provide tools and guidance that enable faculty, students, and staff to study, work, and research overseas. In support of the University’s international strategy, they work with every School and Central Administration department to simplify global operations, facilitate collaboration, and flexibly address risks.

Since 2011, they’ve been a hub for international expertise and services. They can help on matters of safety and security, employment, finance, taxes, visas, and other operational and administrative considerations.

 

Client Services provides consultative services on a range of foreign operations, from tax laws and hiring practices to visa requirements and export regulations.
• Serves as first point of contact for solving international challenges
• Tracks the University's international projects and needs
• Facilitates collaboration among departments
International Safety & Security provides intelligence analysis, travel advice, and emergency response services.
• Conducts risk assessments and pre-travel orientations
• Oversees the Travel Risk Ratings, Harvard Travel Registry, and

Harvard Travel Assist program
• Leads the University's International Emergency Management Team (IEMT)
Harvard Global Research and Support Services, Inc. is an affiliated and separate nonprofit legal entity that maintains in-country administrative services in particular countries.
• Employs staff overseas, providing payroll services, benefits administration, and tax support
• Manages host country administration services for international offices, including registration, payroll and benefits, payment processing, real estate leases, and tax filings
• Accepts and manages certain grants with unique terms