International Visitors

RSNA Welcomes International Exhibitors and Attendees

A trip to the United States may require an additional degree of planning. This page provides international meeting attendees the essential information for planning a trip to the U.S.:

Meeting Information
International Invitation Letter
Visa Waiver Program
Tips for Successful Visa Applications
Useful Visa and Travel websites
International Travel Packages
Onsite Services

General Meeting Information
99th Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting
December 1 – 6, 2013
McCormick Place Convention Center
2301 S. Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, Illinois 60616 USA
Venue Website: http://www.mccormickplace.com

International Invitation Letter
If you must apply for a temporary non-immigrant visa to attend RSNA, you are advised to apply as soon as travel to the United States is contemplated and not later than 3-4 months in advance. APPLY EARLY!

RSNA offers an official letter of invitation for RSNA 2013 attendees. The letter of invitation, though not required for the visa application, can assist as a supporting document. Present this letter of invitation from RSNA to the Consular Officer during the visa interview. Request a customized letter here or during online registration starting in May 2013.

Visa Waiver Program
The Visa Waiver Program (VWP) enables nationals of 37 participating countries to travel to the United States for tourism or business for stays of 90 days or less without obtaining a visa. For more information click here.

Tips for Successful Visa Applications

Include a letter of invitation from the meeting organizer.
When possible, provide proof of professional scientific and/or educational status, society membership and/or meeting registration.
Visa applicants are expected to provide evidence that they intend to return to their country of residence. Therefore, applicants should provide proof of binding or sufficient ties to their home country or permanent residence abroad. Visa applications are more likely to be successful if done in the visitor's home country.
Applicants should present their entire trip itinerary, including travel to any countries other than the United States, at the time of their visa application.
All applicants must be able to qualify for a visa on their own merits under the requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act.

Useful Visa and Travel Websites

International Travel Packages
The official international travel provider at RSNA 2013, ESA Voyages, provides full service travel packages for individuals traveling from outside North America. Packages include: hotel room, airport transfers in Chicago, baggage handling at the hotel, daily American breakfast, local taxes and staff travel assistance. Return here in May 2013 for details and rates.

Onsite Services

Certificate of Attendance
Attendees can use the computers in the Internet Zones to print a personalized certificate of attendance.
International Travel Service
ESA Voyages will be available at the Help Center and at Professional Registration to assist with questions.
Interpretation Services
The official language of the RSNA annual meeting is English; however, interpreters will be available to answer questions in Chinese, Dutch, French, German, Italian, Japanese and Spanish at the Help Centers or Professional Registration.
RSNA Global Connection
RSNA reaches out to medical imaging professional and trainees across the global. Visit RSNA Global Connection in RSNA Services to learn about training programs, grants and fellowships, free and discounted resources for international institutions, online education opportunities, journals, international membership and more. Staff will be on hand to answer your questions about opportunities offered by the RSNA Committee on International Relations and Education (CIRE) and the RSNA Research & Education (R&E) Foundation.