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GlassBuild America 2008 Visa Information
If you require a visa to enter the United States to attend or exhibit GlassBuild America, October 6, 2008 in Las Vegas, Nevada, you should apply now! Even if you didn't need a visa for a previous GlassBuild America, you are encouraged to check the current requirements. U.S. regulations now require security checks for most visitor visas, resulting in a process that may take three months or more. Citizens of certain countries must have an invitation in hand before they can obtain a passport from their government, and then apply for a U.S. entry visa. General information on the U.S. visa application process is available on this page and official information on U.S. visa policies and procedures is available from the U.S. Department of State.
To obtain a visa letter for GlassBuild America 2008 in Las Vegas, Nevada, click on the appropriate button below, complete the form and print your letter.
Nonimmigrant Visas
Nonimmigrant visas are for international travelers, (citizens of other countries), coming to the U.S. temporarily. International travelers come to the U.S. for a wide variety of reasons, including tourism, business and certain types of temporary work. The type of visa needed is defined by immigration law, and relates to the purpose of your travel. The Consular Officer at your embassy or consulate will decide what kind of visa you need, when you apply.
Six Steps to Obtaining a Visa
1. Visit http://www.unitedstatesvisas.gov/. This website has been created to help you find the information about current visa policy and procedures quickly and easily, based on your own situation and circumstance. This website can serve as a useful first stop on your journey
If you do not have access to the Internet, contact the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate for further information.
2. Make an appointment to visit the U.S. Embassy or Consulate as soon as you know you need to travel to the U.S. Visa application procedures vary somewhat among Embassies and Consulates, depending on local needs. In most countries, you will need to make an appointment. This can be done by telephone, mail, over the Internet, or in person, depending on circumstances in your country.
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A valid passport. |
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Appropriate applications - These can be obtained through an Embassy or Consulate or at http://www.unitedstatesvisas.gov/. |
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Documents to support the application - detailing employment, reason for travel and financial status |
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Proof of payment of fees. |
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4. Submit your application, passport, and supporting documents to the U.S. Embassy or Consulate.
Your application will then be reviewed by the consular officer and, in many cases, by officials in Washington, D.C. For most applicants, the visa is issued within a few weeks. There is no guarantee of obtaining a visa.
5. In some cases, additional reviews will be required. Additional steps will vary from requests for additional interviews and information to official registration and fingerprinting. This may add at least 4–6 weeks to the processing time.
6. A visa allows you to travel from your country to a port of entry in the U.S. In many cases, that port of entry will be the airport where you land. On the airplane you will be asked to complete a short arrival/departure form. When you deplane, follow directions for non-citizen entry. A U.S. official will interview you and verify all of your paperwork. Once admitted, you will receive an immigration stamp and proceed to baggage claim and U.S. Customs.
Visa Denials
The most frequent reason given for visa denials is Section 214(b) of the Immigration and Nationality Act: failure to overcome the presumption of immigrant intent. In order to enjoy the privilege of unencumbered travel in the United States, those applying for a visa have the responsibility to prove they are going to return abroad before a visitor visa is issued. This can be proved by the applicant possessing a residence abroad he/she has no intention of abandoning. Applicants prove the existence of such residence by demonstrating that they have ties abroad that would compel them to leave the U.S. at the end of the temporary stay.
More Information
For more information please visit the following Web sites:
Destination USA - http://www.unitedstatesvisas.gov/
US Department of State - http://www.travel.state.gov/visa/visa_1750.html
Bureau of Consular Affairs - http://www.travel.state.gov/index.html
Questions?
Please contact NGA, Industry Events Department by email at jchilds@glass.org or by phone at 866/342-5642 ext. 175.
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