The resources on this page are provided as resources for those traveling on U.S. National Science Foundation-related business, but NSF cannot assist researchers and educators with travel arrangements. It is very important to allow adequate time when visas must be secured.
On this page
U.S. travelers going abroad
Travel warnings and consular information sheets
Country-by-country information prepared for U.S. travelers, regularly updated by the U.S. Department of State.
Information for obtaining or renewing a U.S. passport
Information for U.S. travelers, provided by the U.S. Department of State.
Information for U.S. travelers about visa requirements of other countries
Information for U.S. travelers, provided by the U.S. Department of State.
U.S. Customs Information for U.S. travelers
Information provided by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection website.
Health information for travelers
Information provided by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
Information about other countries:
- U.S. Department of State Background Notes
- World Factbook from the U.S. Central Intelligence Agency
- Access to foreign embassies in Washington, D.C.
Offical U.S. Government/Foreign per diem rates
Information provided by the U.S. Department of State.
Foreign visitors coming to the U.S.
State Dept visa web pages
Official source of information about U.S. visa policy and procedures for those coming to the US, including different types of visas, the application process, the requirements you need to meet in order to receive your visa, and estimated waiting times at specific Embassy Consular Sections.
How to obtain a visa and what to do in the event of a delay
Useful information related to visas provided by the International Visitors Office (IVO) of the National Academies. Includes answers to questions for those organizing international meetings in the United States.