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Casa Faena
3500 Collins Avenue, Faena District Miami Beach FL, 33140
Casa Faena is an elegant and charming throwback to 1900s Spanish art and design. This historic beachside hotel, just steps from the ocean, blends modern Art Deco style with colonial Mediterranean influences.
Faena Hotel Miami Beach
3201 Collins Avenue, Faena District Miami Beach FL, 33140
Perched overlooking spectacular white sand and turquoise waters, Faena Hotel Miami Beach boasts decadent design, luxe amenities, and legendary service, making each and every guest feel like a star.
Travel + Visa Guidance
Please see the following guidance for the 2025 Northeastern University Global Leadership Summit in Miami. Be sure to check with the relevant consular authority for the most up-to-date visa requirements and processes.
The information listed below is intended as informational guidance only and does not constitute legal advice.
Please note that, due to the COVID-19 pandemic and related travel restrictions, the following information is subject to change at any time.
Visa-exempt Nationals
Citizens of Canada and Bermuda generally do not require a visa to visit the USA, with exception for certain purposes. For more information see the U.S. Embassy Ottawa website, U.S. Consulate Hamilton website and CBP website.
Visa Waiver Program
The Visa Waiver Program enables citizens or nationals of participating countries to travel to the US for tourism and business purposes up to 90 days without obtaining a visa. Travelers must have a valid Electronic System for Travel Authorization approval prior to travel.
For the most up-to-date information on visa-exempt nationalities, please contact your local U.S. consular authority.
Visa-required Nationals
Visa-required nationals, including citizens of China and Mexico, will need to apply for a visa prior to traveling to the United States. More information on the visa application process and requirements can be found here.
Travelers can also connect with Northeastern’s visa application service provider, CIBT-A. Briggs at for further assistance with their United States visa application process.
Please note that it is the responsibility of all travelers to ensure that they have the proper documentation/authorization for any regions/countries they may be connecting through en route to Miami.
Visitor Invitation Letter
Please contact Ritika Dabhi for a general summit invitation letter at r.dabhi@northeastern.edu.
Travelers can also connect with Northeastern’s visa application service provider, CIBT-A. Briggs at for further assistance with their United States visa application process.
Please note that it is the responsibility of all travelers to ensure that they have the proper documentation/authorization for any regions/countries they may be connecting through en route to Miami.
Important Information for All Travelers Entering the United States
It is the responsibility of each traveler to check whether their medications will be allowed in the country, and you must be aware of restrictions prior to departure. Travelers can check the status of the medications on the U.S. Customs and Border Control Protection website.
Information on which items are not permitted to be imported into the U.S. can also be found on the Customs and Border Protection website.
Further Travel and Visa information can be found here.
Traveling Out of the United States
It is important for travelers to familiarize themselves with the restrictions and guidelines put forth by the Transportation Security Administration, The TSA also has modified procedures in place for specific groups and needs.
Travel Health Information
For information related to entry and exit due to COVID-19, and any other required or recommended vaccines for entry, please review information on official consular or government websites and review the general information provided by the following resources by searching for your destination on the websites listed:
Important Reminders
This document has been prepared based on the information, guidance, and links provided by the immigration authorities of the United States.
Northeastern University has no influence on the outcome of immigration applications, which are adjudicated by country-specific government officers and may not contact the authorities to inquire about an individual visa application or to expedite the process for an individual applicant.
Any information relating to visas is provided as general information and for reference only. Applicants are responsible for completing and submitting all required immigration application(s) correctly and for obtaining a valid visa prior to the start of their travel.
Please note that all entry decisions are at the sole discretion of the immigration officer at the point of entry, and immigration authorities reserve the right to reassess admission suitability at time of entry, regardless of visa status.