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C10.11. - Invitational Travel Order (ITO)
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C10.11.1. The ITO is the controlling document for training provided to international students under SC training programs. No student enters a SC-sponsored training program without a properly completed ITO. The ITO provides the authorization for the dates and location the IMS is to receive training; the accounting fund cite that will be used to pay for the training; the guidance for determining what support the IMS is entitled to; and the privileges the IMS may be entitled to while receiving training. The only ITO document authorized is the SC-TMS generated ITO. An example of an ITO is shown in Figure C10.F2. The SCO is responsible for the preparation, explanation, and issuance of an ITO for each student. The IMS name on the ITO will be the same as on the country-issued passport and visa; no changes to the student name on the ITO or within SC-TMS to the name can be made until the IMS’ passport and visa are changed. If the country desires, a language translation may be attached to the ITO. ITOs are issued only after in-country student screening is completed.

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