Visa information

Requesting a Visa letter 

• During registration, you’ll have the option to request a visa invitation letter from ACI Worldwide. You may be asked to provide a scanned copy of your passport. 
• Important: Your job title and company name must be accurate and up to date on your registration, as this information will appear on your visa letter. Inaccurate or vague details may delay or invalidate your visa application. 
  Visa letters will be emailed electronically upon request and completion of registration. 

If you are traveling from outside the United States to attend the ACI Worldwide Payments Summit, you may need to apply for a B-1 Business Visa. Each attendee is responsible for securing their own visa. To support you, we’ve outlined key resources and instructions below. 

Do I need a Visa?

• Use the U.S. Department of State’s Visa Wizard Tool to determine if a visa is required based on your nationality and purpose of travel. 
• If so, select the relevant box in the registration form so a letter can be generated for you.

Visa Type for Conference Attendance 

• Most international business travelers will require a B-1 Business Visitor Visa, which permits travel for: 

      •     Attending business meetings 
      •     Participating in conferences and industry events 
      •     Consulting with business associates 

For full details, visit the U.S. Business Visa – B-1 page. 

Countries Likely to Require a Visa (B-1) 

• Attendees from these regions typically require a B-1 visa: 

      •     Brazil 
      •     China 
      •     India 
      •     Indonesia 
      •     Nigeria 
      •     Philippines 
      •     South Africa 
      •     Turkey 
      •     Most countries in Africa, Asia, and the Middle East 

Visa-Exempt or Visa Waiver Program Countries 

• Nationals from the following countries may not require a visa for short stays under the Visa Waiver Program (VWP), if eligible and approved via ESTA: 

      •     United Kingdom 
      •     France 
      •     Germany 
      •     Japan 
      •     South Korea 
      •     Australia 
      •     Spain 
      •     Italy 
      •     Netherlands 
      •     Singapore 
      •     And more… 

View the full list of Visa Waiver countries: Visa Waiver Program 

Disclaimer: Visa requirements and travel rules change frequently. Attendees are responsible for confirming their eligibility and requirements through official U.S. sources. ACI Worldwide cannot guarantee entry or approval. 

Plan ahead – Visa processing times 

• Processing times vary by location and can range from days to weeks. 
• Check current wait times by U.S. embassy or consulate here: Global Visa Wait Times 

Disclaimer: Visa requirements and travel rules change frequently. Attendees are responsible for confirming their eligibility and requirements through official U.S. sources. ACI Worldwide cannot guarantee entry or approval.