International Visas

ASD MARKET WEEK – BUYERS ONLY:
A Visa letter will automatically be generated once you register for the show. During the registration process you will be prompted to provide your full contact information and country of origin’s information. Please fill out the registration form accurately. Your registration contact information must match exactly with the contact information and address that appears on your passport. Once you have completed your registration you will receive a confirmation email with a link where you will be able print your personalized invitation letter. The entire process is easy and fast. Please note that an invitation letter is not decisive in determining whether or not the Visa will be issued. If you have further questions regarding this or any registration related issue please click here to contact us.

SOURCEDIRECT – EXHIBITORS ONLY:

Visa Letter Process:

All applicants will need to be contracted for booth space with the required deposit to be eligible to request an invitation letter from SourceDirect.
Eligible applicants can apply for a Visa through their sales agent or through the SourceDirect Business Development team in Los Angeles.
The International Sales Agent, the agent in which you contracted the booth space with for the show, will assist you in applying for your invitation letter and preparing you for the visa interview, by informing you of what documents to bring along with you, the interview questions, and the how to follow the proper procedure for the interview.
ALL APPLICATIONS WILL BE REVIEWED BY SOURCEDIRECT and all invitation letters will only be issued via Source Direct staff in Los Angeles.
Application must be filled out and submitted by email to dean.cechvala@emeraldexpo.com for review and approval.
SourceDirect official Visa Letter will receive unique identification number and an official corporate seal to ensure authenticity.

Note: International travelers who are seeking to travel to the United States under the Visa Waiver Program are now subject to enhanced security requirements. All eligible travelers who wish to travel under the Visa Waiver Program must apply for authorization using the ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) process.

Applications must be effected at least 72 hours before travel and you must wait for approval.

Forms and more information

Visa Information for Attendee and Exhibitor
The U.S. government requires residents of some countries to obtain a Visa before entering the U.S. Changes to the Visa application process have increased the length of time required to receive your Visa. The information below provides important links and details that help to make the process easier.

Helpful Hints

Visit the U.S. Department of State website for up-to-date and new changes to the Visa process that may affect you.
Apply for your Visa early. Start the process by filling out the electronic Visa application form.
A letter of invitation is required by the U.S. government in certain countries in order to obtain a VISA to the U.S. The attendees from these countries have to make an appointment with the U.S. Embassy or Consulate and present the letter of invitation to get their visa. Registration will only issue a letter of invitation once all credentials have been sent and the Buyer is approved for a pass.
Please visit the Visa Waiver Program to see if a letter of invitation will be required to obtain your visa to the United States. If so, please include a copy of the photo page of your passport when sending registration credentials.
Check your passport for expiration date.
Visit asdonline.com and register for the show.
If you qualify for the Visa waiver, fill out and submit your ESTA form.

U.S. Visa Links

Non-immigrant Visa information web page. Learn about U.S. visa requirements, policies and procedures.
U.S. Embassy/Consulate website. For specific instructions on applying for a visa from your country of origin, and to find the U.S. consulate or embassy in your country.
Click here to find the visa wait time for your country.
Online Application: Use this electronic form to fill out your visa application. Before filling out the online application, you must visit the webpage for the U.S. embassy in your country to learn specifics of applying from your country.
Click here for a complete listing of U.S. Visa Waiver Participants.

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