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As an international attendee or exhibitor traveling to
the MiaGreen Expo & Conference you may need a
valid visa to enter the U.S.
Travelers from certain eligible countries
may be able to visit the U.S. without a visa, through
the Visa Waiver Program. View
a list of VWP countries.
If you are from a country that does not participate in
the VWP, you will need to apply for a visa and make an
appointment with your U.S. Embassy or Consulate for a
visa interview. You can receive
a letter of invitation from The Water Expo to support
your visa request.
What to do to
apply for a visa…
1) Register
first for
MiaGreen Expo
& Conference.
In order to receive a letter of invitation from Show
Management you should register for the event at a
non-refundable level of no less than $50.
2) Request
your letter of invitation
here.
3) Apply
for your visa as early as
possible and at least 60 days prior to your departure
date. Please also note that you can now
complete the visa application form online.
4) Schedule
your appointment for a visa interview
early! Wait times depend on location and time of
year, but you can find out specific procedures and
estimated wait times by checking your
U.S. Embassy/Consulate’s website.
Other valuable
visa application tips…
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Make sure you
have a valid passport for at least six months after
the date of the event.
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Present proof
that you have strong ties to your country of
residence. Proof of employment or business ownership
are good examples of strong ties.
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If
applicable, show proof that you have traveled
internationally before to the USA and have returned
within the time restrictions of your visa.
Be prepared for your Interview…
You will need the following:
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A valid
passport
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Appropriate
visa application forms
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Visa fee
proof of payment
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Documents
detailing employment status, reason for travel, and
financial status
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Proof of
previous visits to the U.S.
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An official
letter of invitation from show management and proof
of advance registration to attend The Water Expo are
strongly recommended
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Any
additional documents required by your local US
embassy or consulate
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