Guide for speakers and moderators - CGIAR Development Dialogues
Guide for Speakers and Moderators Thank you for your accepting our invitation to speak at the CGIAR Development Dialogues. We are very pleased you will be joining us. This guide contains important information about your participation at the event. Please note the following guidelines: • You kindly agree to attend and present at a session at the CGIAR Development Dialogues, held on Thursday 25 September 2014 in New York, at the Faculty House, University of Columbia. For directions, click here: http://facultyhouse.columbia.edu/content/contact-‐ us-‐new-‐york-‐event-‐and-‐reception-‐venue Address: Columbia University Faculty House 64 Morningside Drive New York, 10027 • Please refer to the website to find the full Agenda and session details: dialogues.cgiar.org • Speaker registration: You will be automatically registered for the CGIAR Development Dialogues as a speaker. You can collect your badge at the registration area on 1st floor (Garden level), Faculty House, on Thursday, 25 September from 08:00 – 17:00. Speakers Briefing
We have organized a briefing for all speakers on your panel. It is important that you attend, as this will be the only opportunity to discuss the session with fellow panelists. It will be in the morning of Thursday 25 Sept from 08:00 – 09:00 at the Speakers rooms (Ivy Lounge on Garden Level, 1st Floor. Breakfast will be served). Cocktail Networking Reception
We will be organizing an evening cocktail networking reception for all participants at the end of event. We very much appreciate if you can stay throughout the day and attend the reception.
Accommodation
The organizers do not have special rates for accommodations in New York however for guidance on accommodation options, please visit: http://finance.columbia.edu/content/travel-‐services-‐local-‐preferred-‐hotel-‐rooms-‐university-‐ guests-‐and-‐visitors Requirements for Entry Into United States of America
Visa and Passport The purpose of your intended travel and other facts will determine what type of visa is required under U.S. immigration law. As a visa applicant, you will need to establish that you meet all requirements to receive the category of visa for which you are applying. When you apply at a U.S embassy or consulate, a consular officer will determine based on laws, whether you are eligible to receive a visa, and if so, which visa category is appropriate. Passport valid for travel to the United States -‐ Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond your period of stay in the United States (unless exempt by country-‐specific agreements). If more than one person is included in your passport, each person who needs a visa must submit a separate application. Visa Application Citizens of Canada and Bermuda: Citizens of Canada and Bermuda traveling to the United States do not require a nonimmigrant visa, except for the certain travel purposes. Click here for further information Visa Waiver Program (VWP): Participants from the following countries do not need a visa to travel to United States of America: Andorra Hungary Norway Australia Iceland Portugal Austria Ireland San Marino Belgium Italy Singapore Brunei Japan Slovakia Chile Latvia Slovenia Czech Republic Liechtenstein South Korea Denmark Lithuania Spain Estonia Luxembourg Sweden Finland Malta Switzerland France Monaco Taiwan Germany Netherlands United Kingdom Greece New Zealand
The Visa Waiver Program (VWP) allows citizens of participating countries to travel to the United States without a visa for stays of 90 days or less, when they meet all requirements needed. Travelers must be eligible to use the VWP and have a valid Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) approval prior to travel. For more information on the requirements for using the Visa Waiver Program (VWP), please click here. Visitor Visa You can apply for business visitor visa (B-‐1) to attend conference, meeting, trade show, or business event in the United States. For more information on how to apply for the visitor visa please click here • Learn more about how to apply for a business visitor visa (B-‐1). • Check on visa wait times for an interview appointment. • Locate a U.S. Embassy or Consulate worldwide: find out how to pay the visa application fee, make an interview appointment, and learn much more. Important Note: When applying for a visa, you will need to meet all requirements for the visa for which you are applying. The consular officer at the U.S. Embassy or Consulate where you will apply for your visa will determine eligibility for a visa, including type of visa required, based on your application, interview, individual facts presented, and on U.S. immigration law. If you require assistance for an official invitation letter, please email [email protected]
