Traveling TO the United States
U.S. Citizens Traveling Outside
the United States
Other Resources for ALL Travelers
Traveling TO the United States
All travelers including authors and attendees of
IEEE conferences are responsible for
obtaining visas from the host country.
- If a visa is needed, contact the U.S.
Embassy or Consulate for
information about current visa processing time
estimates and processes.
- Information on the U.S. Visa
process can be found at U.S. Visa
- Travelers should check the host
country's policies, and if a visa is
required, obtain it from the appropriate foreign
consular representative before
proceeding abroad.
- Applicants for visas should generally
apply at the embassy or consulate with
jurisdiction over their place of permanent
residence. It may be more difficult to
qualify for the visa outside their country of
permanent residence. Adequate time should be
allowed for processing visa
applications.
- Once received, visas should be reviewed
to ensure there are no mistakes.
Processing and visa fees vary, and fees may not
be refundable.
- The embassy or consulate of the
conference's host country should be
consulted for specific details.
Some Frequently
Asked Questions (provided by the National
Academies)
- Do I need a visa to travel to the
United States?
- How do I apply for a visa?
- What can I do if my visa is delayed or
denied?
Other
information on Visas
Foreign
Entry Requirements
Websites of
U.S. Embassies and Consulates
Visa
Request Process for IEEE Conferences
Organizing
an International Meeting in the United
States -- FAQ's from The
National Academies Web site:
- How are visas issued?
- What can I do for my visitors?
-
Can I
"register" my meeting with the Department of
State?
- What can I do in the event of visa
delays or denials?
U.S. Citizens Traveling Outside
the United States
U.S.
Department of State Information:
U.S.
National Center for Infectious Diseases
Other Resources for ALL Travelers
- The online
World Factbook
- information about a country's political
climate, natural resources, environment,
population, ethnic groups, agriculture,
industries, defense expenditures, literacy rate,
religion, legal system, and more. Key
data are grouped under the headings of
geography, people, government, economy,
communications, transportation,
military, and transnational issues.
-
Guide
to international business -
"Executive Planet" - business
culture, customs, protocol, and other aspects of
doing business worldwide.
-
Project
Visa provides worldwide information on all
countries and Visa requirements.
