GENERAL INFORMATION: INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL TO THE UNITED STATES FOR A CONFERENCE<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Do you need a visa to attend this conference?\u00a0 This depends on where you are from.\u00a0 The easiest way to find out, it to use the Visa Wizard website<\/strong><\/a>.\u00a0 This will inform you on the type of visa that is needed.<\/p>\n IF YOU NEED TO APPLY FOR A TRAVEL VISA TO THE UNITED STATES: <\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n It is recommended that you plan your travel and visa application as far in advance as possible, since the visa application process to enter the United States can take longer than expected, especially during the summer months<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Consult with the U.S. Consulate or Embassy in the country where you live for detailed instructions on the several steps to apply for a travel visa as early as possible, as the procedures from every Embassy or Consulate might require additional supporting documents.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n Below, we have provided some general information for you with the appropriate links to use as a guide.\u00a0 We highly encourage you to read further, research your own requirements, and check for any updates or changes about travel to the US.<\/p>\n NO VISAS:<\/strong><\/p>\n Citizens of Canada and Bermuda do not require visas to enter the United States to visit, for tourism, or for temporary business travel purposes.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n COUNTRIES UNDER THE VISA WAIVER PROGRAM <\/strong><\/p>\n Certain countries can travel to the United States without a visa (see the list below), when they meet certain requirements for the Visa Waiver Program, however, each traveler must have authorization under the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n In order to travel without a visa on the Visa Waiver Program, you must have authorization through the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) prior to boarding a U.S. bound air or sea carrier. ESTA is the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Customs and Border Protection’s (CBP) automated web-based system to determine eligibility to travel without a visa to the United States for tourism or business. Visit the\u00a0<\/strong>ESTA webpage<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0for more information and to apply. See\u00a0 Frequently Asked Questions<\/a> for more about the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) and the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA).<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Citizens or nationals of the following countries are currently eligible to travel to the United States under the Visa Waiver Program.<\/em><\/p>\nWhat You will need for the ESTA application:<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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