International attendees are encouraged to review U.S. entry requirements and begin the visa application process well in advance. Depending on your country of citizenship, you may need a business visitor visa (B-1) or may qualify to travel under the Visa Waiver Program with an approved ESTA. Visa processing times vary, so early planning is essential.

A citizen of a foreign country who seeks to enter the United States (U.S.) generally must first obtain a U.S. visa, which is placed in the traveler’s passport, a travel document issued by the traveler’s country of citizenship. Certain international travelers may be eligible to travel to the U.S. without a visa if they meet the requirements for visa-free travel.

Having a U.S. visa allows you to travel to a port of entry, airport or land border crossing, and request permission of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Customs and Border Protection (CBP) inspector to enter the U.S. While having a visa does not guarantee entry to the U.S., it does indicate a consular officer at a U.S. Embassy or Consulate abroad has determined you are eligible to seek entry for that specific purpose.

• Information from the U.S. Department of State about visiting the United States and requirements for applying for a Visa.
• U.S. Business Visas (B-1)
• U.S. Visa information from VisaGuide.World
• Locate a U.S. embassy, consulate or diplomatic mission