Travel & Visas

Letters of Invitation

You may request the letter of invitation during the IPC APEX EXPO 2025 registration process which will be sent electronically. The letter won’t be issued until your registration is complete and approved. Register for the Event Essentials Pass now to request your invitation letter. Full event registration coming soon!

Event Essentials Pass

Reminder: You will be required to complete all information requested during the IPC APEX EXPO 2025 registration process to receive your visa letter of invitation.

Travel to the U.S.

Please visit the CDC website for more information on testing and entry requirements regarding international travel.

Visa Application

Do you need a visa? Complete the visa application form online. 

COMPLETE THE VISA APPLICATION 

Visa Interview Tips

Request your letter of invitation and make your appointment for a visa interview early. Wait times for a visa interview appointment vary but are currently running long and can be several weeks or more, especially during peak travel periods. With this in mind, we strongly urge you to place your request for a letter of invitation to attend IPC APEX EXPO 2025 as soon as possible. These helpful tips may make your visa interview process easier.

Schedule an appointment with your U.S. Embassy or Consulate as soon as you receive your visa letter of invitation

Make your appointment early as wait times can be long in some countries. Check the estimated wait time at a U.S. Embassy or Consulate.

How to apply

There are several steps to apply for a visa. The order of these steps and how you complete them may vary. Please consult the instructions available on the U.S. Embassy or Consulate website where you will apply.

Travel with an official U.S. Embassy or Consulate Delegation.

Traveling with a delegation organized by your local U.S. Embassy or Consultant may improve your chances of receiving visa approval. Many U.S Embassies or Consulates organize official delegations through their commercial sections. If you are interested in joining a delegation, contact your local U.S. Embassy or Consulate and ask if the Commercial Trade Specialist is organizing a delegation.

Verify fees and requirements

Find out about fees for visa services and the methods of payment accepted by the U.S. Embassy or Consulate.

​Show proof of “strong ties” that bind you to your country of residence

The Consular Officers conducting visa interviews look for proof that you will return to your country. Evidence of “strong ties” includes proof of business ownership or employment, social and family relationships.

If you have traveled to the U.S. previously, provide documentation demonstrating you returned to your country on time

Show proof that you returned within the timeframe you stated. For example, use an airline ticket stub/boarding pass that shows your return flight or meeting materials that show you attended a business conference.

With your application, include any materials IPC has sent you regarding IPC APEX EXPO 2025

Include with your application any printed or electronic event materials you receive from IPC APEX EXPO 2024 to prove the tradeshow is a legitimate business event.

Important Reminders for Attendees Traveling Into and Out of the United States

  1. It is recommended to allow at least three hours for transfer in any U.S. airport to re-check your luggage and/or proceed to the U.S Customs and Border Protection Services for immigration processing.

  2. Please note that the Form I-94 has been paperless since April 2013. Travelers will be provided with a CBP admission stamp on their travel document. If a traveler needs a copy of his or her I-94 (record of admission) for verification of alien registration, immigration status or employment authorization, it can be obtained on the U.S. Customs and Border Protection website. For detailed information, please check these I-94 Automation help pages.