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Thank you for agreeing to speak at Whitman College. We look forward to your presentation. (Explain presentation-area of specialization, title of presentation, etc.) (NOTE: must be on campus and benefit the College)

We anticipate your stay on campus to be from XXX to XXX. (***NOTE: must be less than 9 days)

You will need to apply for a B-1 visa at a U.S. Embassy or Consulate with jurisdiction over your place of residence. We suggest you do this as soon as possible.

A complete B-1 visa application will include the following:

• Proof that you are properly classifiable as a B-1 visitor for business. You may present a copy of this correspondence with your application.
• Evidence of financial ability to meet expenses.
• Proof of residence abroad and intent to return.
• Passport, valid for travel to the United States and with a validity date at least six months beyond your intended period of stay in the United States.
• "Nonimmigrant Visa Application" (forms are available without charge at all U.S. consular offices or through the
• Two photos, 1 and ½ inches square, showing full face, without head covering, against a light background.
• Fee, if applicable.

Visitors in B-1 status are allowed to receive reimbursements for incidental expenses related to your visit. The total amount of such reimbursements cannot exceed what is considered reasonable as a business expense. Please provide receipts to our office for transportation, lodging and meals.

Under the American Competitiveness and Workforce Improvement Act of 1998 (ACWIA) ³Ô¹ÏÍø will pay you an honorarium for your presentation of $XXX. Please note that you are not allowed to accept an honorarium from more than five institutions or organizations in any six month period. We will require a copy of your B-1 visa prior to payment of the honorarium.