International Attendees
In 2024, we welcomed many international attendees representing 35+ different countries from all over the globe. We greatly value our international attendees, and are happy to provide invitation letters detailing your intend to attend ISHI. Simply download the Letter of Invitation, fill in the relevant details, and print the document to present to the consulate during your visa appointment. The Visa application process may be lengthy, so if you determine that you need to apply for a Nonimmigrant VISA, we recommend beginning this process as soon as you’ve decided to attend.
Planning your travel and Visa needs in advance is very important as Visa applications may be subject to greater scrutiny than in previous years. Citizens of countries who participate in the Visa Waiver Program generally do not need a letter of invitation, however, we will gladly provide a letter should you desire one. For more information regarding the Visa Waiver Program, go to the U.S. Department of State website. ISHI has no influence or control over the issuance of a visa.
This Letter of Invitation is to be used for the purpose of securing a visa to attend the the 36th International Symposium on Human Identification. Attendees’ registration, travel, lodging, and any other expenses incurred to attend this meeting will not be covered or waived by ISHI. Please note that ISHI cannot guarantee or assist with the obtaining of any visas or other travel documentation required for entry into the United States.
PLEASE SEE THE LINKS BELOW FOR ADDITIONAL RESOURCES ABOUT THE VISA APPLICATION PROCESS:
TRAVEL PLANNING:
The 36th International Symposium on Human Identification kicks off with the Welcome Reception on Monday evening, November 3, 2025 and the General Sessions talks will conclude mid-day on Thursday, November 6, 2025. Optional workshops will be held Sunday, November 2, Monday, November 3, and Thursday afternoon, November 6. You may want to consider extending your stay to enjoy some of the area attractions.
CURRENCY CONVERSION:
Be sure that you are aware of the current currency conversion rate. A currency converter calculator is available here.
TRAVEL TIPS:
MOBILE PHONES AND INTERNET ACCESS:
Did you know that you could use your mobile phone abroad without the roaming charges? If you’d like to save some charges on your phone bill, consider purchasing a local pre-paid SIM card or a pre-paid Global SIM card. Global SIM cards allow you to travel to multiple countries, on different networks, on a single SIM card. Determine which type of SIM card you’ll need. To purchase a SIM card, we recommend these websites:
One more important note – check whether or not your mobile phone is locked to a particular network before leaving your home country. If so, you’ll need to make arrangements with your network to be able to activate and use an international pre-paid SIM card upon arrival.
There will be Wi-Fi available at the Hyatt Regency and Colorado Convention Center. To avoid all international charges, there are a couple of apps that we recommend to use to keep in touch with family or colleagues back home.
