International Attendees

How do I obtain a letter of invitation?

If you need a letter of invitation to attend the National Adventist Agriculture Conference, please reach out to the registration team at [email protected] to request a letter.

Is there a deadline for submitting the Letter of Invitation Application Form?

Yes, we must receive your completed request and letter of recommendation no later than November 1st. Also, keep in mind that it can take up to 3 weeks to receive a response to your request and you will need to allow time to apply for your visa, arrange travel, and register for the conference as well. We strongly advise that you submit your request as early as possible to avoid delays.

What are the requirements to obtain a letter of invitation?

A letter of recommendation on Seventh-day Adventist Church letterhead and dated this year must be submitted upon application to receive a letter of invitation for visa purposes. The letter must be signed by the local pastor stating that the attendee is a member of and in good standing with the church. The letter must include the Conference, Union, and Division of which the church attendee is a member.

Conference/Union/General Conference officials do not need a letter of recommendation, as long as they show/explain that they hold that position. Pastors do need a letter of recommendation signed by a conference or union official.

To apply for a letter of recommendation please visit International Invitation Form

I am traveling from a foreign country that does not require a letter of invitation or visa application. Do I still need to request a letter of invitation in order to attend the National Adventist Agriculture Conference?

No. You do not need to apply for a letter of invitation unless required by the U.S. embassy in your country. The purpose of the letter of invitation is to aid participants in obtaining visas.

Can the Adventist Agriculture Association make arrangements with the U.S. embassy in my country to obtain a visa for me?

No. The Adventist Agriculture Association does not personally negotiate with embassies to obtain visas for international attendees. However, we issue letters of invitation that attendees may need to send to their embassies in order to obtain a visa to attend the conference.

I am not a Seventh-Day Adventist but would like to attend the National Adventist Agriculture Conference. May I apply for a letter of invitation?

No. Unfortunately, the Adventist Agriculture Association currently issues letters of invitation only to members in good standing of the Seventh-day Adventist church. However, you may make alternate arrangements to obtain a visa and attend the National Adventist Agriculture Conference. Anyone can register for the National Adventist Agriculture Association.