Resources/Visa Help

Certain countries require a visa for citizens to enter the United States. Please verify if you will require a visa to attend the Giant Jamboree.

iGEM Headquarters does not have any authority over consulate offices or the visa application process.
The only way to have the highest chance of successfully obtaining a visa is to apply early.
If you do not yet know who will be attending the Jamboree, err on the side of caution and have all members apply for a visa.

Students should apply for B-1 visas, not B-2. The B-1 visa is a business visa, which allows the visa holder to attend and present at a conference. Travel visas, such as the B-2, do not allow the visa holder to present at a conference.