IMS2012 International Microwave Symposium

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IMS2012 attendees who require an invitation letter

IMS attendees who need an invitation letter for a visitor visa should fill this application form and send it via e-mail to: jules.gauthier@polymtl.ca

US citizens traveling to Canada: Passport is Needed

A visa is not needed for US citizens traveling to Canada. Please note, however, that a valid passport is required (a driver’s license is no longer sufficient for travel to Canada). 

Exhibitors: 

IEEE along with MP Associates has obtained special privileges from the Canada Border Services Agency in order to facilitate the entry of goods into Canada for exhibition. Mendelssohn Event Logistics has been appointed as the official customs broker look forward to working with you. Our exhibition management team is working with the in house customs broker/freight forwarder to coordinate the shipping of exhibition material through customs directly to the convention center, eliminating duties on any materials sent to the show. Please feel free to contact our exhibitions management at exhibition@ims2012.org or check the exhibition pages in our website for contact information of Mendelssohn Event Logistics for more information on crossing the Canada/US border.

International Students Studying in US: 

For foreign students who are currently studying in the US, traveling to Montreal is straight forward. Detailed information on entry to Canada and reentry to the US can be found in http://www.canadavisa.com/us-international-student-travel.html. Most students do not require a new US visa to return to the US from Canada if the stay in Canada is less than 30 days. Note that a visa to enter canada may still be required depending on your country of origin.

Recommendations

To avoid frustration and disappointment, please note the following:

  • Advance planning by travelers is essential. Review your visa status and find out if you need a visa or a visa renewal to enter Canada.
  • Plan to submit your visa application well in advance of your intended departure date. Contact your nearest Canadian embassy or consulate for a current time estimate and recommendations.
  • Visit the embassy or consular section where you plan to apply for your visa. Visit their website to find important information on how to schedule an interview appointment and pay fees.
  • An interview is required as a standard part of processing for most visa applicants.

Disclaimer: Please note that this information is provided in good faith, but regulations may change and the only authoritative sources of information are government websites and consular services.

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