Wherever you are traveling from, we look forward to welcoming you to Las Vegas and the 2025 Winter Fancy Food Show! To help ease your visa application process and overall travel experience, please review the below tips for traveling from outside the U.S. to our Show.
Visa Invitation Letter
To request a letter from SFA to include in your visa application, please complete the Visa Invitation Letter request form. The visa letter will be sent via email after your request is reviewed. Please allow 3 business days for processing. If you have any questions, please contact [email protected].
Does every international visitor need a visa?
No. The U.S. Department of State Visa Waiver Program permits travel to the U.S. from a number of countries without a visa for qualifying visits.
However, if you do not need a visa to travel to the U.S., you are required to apply for an Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA).
Visit the ESTA program website to find the list of countries included in the Visa Waiver Program and get more information about applying. You must register for ESTA before your travel dates.
Visa Application Tips
Please request your visa invitation letters as early as you can, and no later than 90 days before your travel dates. This is because the visa application process may take 90 days or longer.
To schedule your visa interview, wait until you've received your letter(s) from SFA, then visit the U.S. State Department website to find your nearest U.S. Embassy and make an appointment.
In the case that your visa application is denied, reapply immediately and add any missing or requested information. If this does not resolve it, you should inquire about your case by emailing [email protected] or calling 202-663-3198.
A service called the Visa Assistance Program (recognized by the U.S. State Department) can expedite visa processing and arrange special appointments with the U.S. Consulate Offices. Learn more by visiting the program website.
Support for SFA Members
If you are an SFA member based outside of the U.S., our Tradeshow Team can assist you with questions or issues related to travel for the 2025 Winter Fancy Food Show.
Mimo Boulefrakh
Manager, Global Accounts
646-878-0151