{"id":104,"date":"2009-11-10T23:47:14","date_gmt":"2009-11-11T04:47:14","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/eipbn.org\/2010\/?page_id=104"},"modified":"2010-01-29T19:49:13","modified_gmt":"2010-01-30T00:49:13","slug":"us-visa-information","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"http:\/\/localhost:8888\/2010\/eipbn-2010\/travel-hotel\/us-visa-information\/","title":{"rendered":"US Visa Information"},"content":{"rendered":"
>> Apply for your Visa now <<<\/em><\/p>\n Because of the number of visa applications, the U.S. visa application process can take several months. It is strongly encouraged travelers to apply for their visas as early as possible (at least 3 to 4 months before the visa is needed).<\/p>\n <\/a>Passport Requirements to Enter the United States<\/p>\n Register Here Online for entry to the United States<\/a><\/p>\n U.S. Department of State Visa information home page: Estimated wait times for interview appointment and visa processing: Do\u00a0you need a\u00a0visa? See information for temporary visitors to the United States: U.S. State Dept. Temporary Visas: Department of Homeland Security: National Academy of Sciences Visa Delay Survey: FOR AUTHORS AND COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Individuals requiring letters of invitation to obtain travel visas must be listed on a paper or in the program to receive an invitation letter. If you are listed in the EIPBN 2010 program, and are in need of an Official Invitation Letter from EIPBN for visa application purposes, please fill out and send the FOR EXHIBITORS: If you are an exhibitor requiring a letter of invitation from EIPBN to obtain a travel visa to participate in the Exhibition, please fill out and send the We recommend that you secure your travel visa before registering for the conference as cancellations after the preregistration cutoff may result in a cancellation fee.<\/p>\n Because of the number of visa applications and the need for thorough security reviews, the visa application process can take several months. It is strongly encouraged travelers to apply for their visas as early as possible (at least\u00a03 to 4 months before the visa is needed).<\/p>\n Contact the nearest U.S. consulate or embassy for details on visa application procedures.<\/p>\n <\/a>Guidelines for Successful Visa Applications: <\/a>A successful candidate will come to an interview with: <\/span><\/p>\n Even those who have traveled frequently to the U.S. for business purposes might encounter difficulties from time to time that might have little to do with their standing as individuals. The nature of the products and\/or industry in which they have become involved such as certain types of U.S. controlled goods (wireless technology, electronics, semiconductor processing and such) may give rise to difficulties and\/or delays. The political climate and current state of relations between the nations may become a factor. In other words, a prior history of travel to the U.S. is never a guarantee of future admission.<\/p>\n EIPBN does not have any influence with the State Department or the Office of Homeland Security. If your visa is delayed (60 days or longer) or denied, please contact the consulate where your application is being processed. Also, please contact the National Academy of Sciences International Visitors Office and fill out the questionnaire:<\/p>\n
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\n<\/a>Online Resources<\/h3>\n
\nhttp:\/\/travel.state.gov\/visa\/visa_1750.html<\/a><\/p>\n
\nhttp:\/\/www.travel.state.gov\/visa\/temp\/wait\/tempvisitors_wait.php<\/a><\/p>\n
\nhttp:\/\/www.travel.state.gov\/visa\/temp\/temp_1305.html<\/a><\/p>\n
\nhttp:\/\/travel.state.gov\/visa\/temp\/info\/info_1304.html<\/a><\/p>\n
\nhttp:\/\/www.dhs.gov\/xtrvlsec\/crossingborders\/<\/a><\/p>\n
\nhttp:\/\/sites.nationalacademies.org\/PGA\/biso\/visas\/PGA_048017<\/a><\/p>\n
\n<\/a>Letter of Invitation<\/h3>\n
\nAuthor Invitation Letter Request Form (.doc) <\/a>.<\/p>\n
\nExhibitor Invitation Letter Request Form (.doc).
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\n<\/a>Visa Guidelines<\/h2>\n
<\/a>Visa Background Information<\/span><\/h3>\n
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<\/a>Visa Difficulties<\/span><\/h3>\n