CVE Program & FIRST VulnCon 2026

Visa Information & Requirements

Conference members requiring a a call for participation to acquire a journey visa ought to submit their request as early as potential to keep away from delays or potential cancellations.

Letter of Invitation requests will NOT be granted after March 2, 2026.

Guidelines for Requesting a Letter of Invitation

• Review Visa Procedures & Fees – Visit the U.S. Department of State – Bureau of Consular Affairs for Visa Information and Procedures.
• Start Early – Start early and plan accordingly. Be aware of the Global Visa Wait Times.
• Register for the Conference – If you require a visa to enter the United States and want a Letter of Invitation, please full your convention registration and choose the Pay Later possibility.
• Submit Your Request – After you’ve gotten efficiently submitted your registration software, please e mail your request to occasions@first.org.
• Compliance, Review, and Processing Time – All requests undergo vetting and reference checks. Approved requests will probably be contacted inside 4-5 enterprise days with a draft letter for evaluation. Final signed letters will probably be emailed in PDF format inside 14 enterprise days after approval.
• Registration Status – Your registration will stay in “Waitlist” standing till your visa is accepted and fee is accomplished. When able to finalize your registration and fee, contact occasions@first.org.

Important Notes

• The Letter of Invitation is meant solely to help visa functions and doesn’t cowl registration charges or different bills.
• Issuance of a letter doesn’t suggest monetary help from the host group or its representatives.
• If you require a bodily copy, you may be answerable for all related delivery charges.
• Requests for Letters of Invitation will probably be accepted till March 2, 2026.

We strongly advocate beginning your visa analysis and software course of early to permit ample time for processing.

Transportation Information

The closest main airport is Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX), situated about 10 miles from Scottsdale. From the airport, you may attain Scottsdale by rideshare (Uber/Lyft), taxi, Valley Metro bus/mild rail connections, or rental automotive. Most main accommodations are 20–half-hour away, relying on visitors. Scottsdale additionally has a smaller regional possibility, Scottsdale Airport (SDL), serving non-public and company flights.

Getting to the Conference Venue

The DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Hotel Paradise Valley – Scottsdale is roughly 11 miles from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX), and the drive often takes about 15–24 minutes by automotive, relying on visitors.

• Rideshare/Taxi: Uber/Lyft common about $32 and takes ~24 min; taxis run round $29–35 for a 15–20 minute experience.
• Shuttle Services: Shared van shuttles (e.g., TremendousShuttle, Jayride) begin round $23–24, with non-public city vehicles as much as $60–85
• Public Transit: Take the PHX Sky Train to forty fourth St Station, then bus 44 to Camelback & forty fourth, switch to bus 50 to Scottsdale & Camelback—value is $4 and takes 1–1.5 hours

Getting Around Scottsdale

Public Transit

Scottsdale is served by Valley Metro buses, which join the town to Phoenix, Tempe, and close by areas. Fares are $2 per experience or $4 for a full day. Within the town, the free Scottsdale Trolley is a handy possibility, particularly in Old Town and surrounding neighborhoods. Use the Valley Metro app for route planning and dwell updates.

Car Rentals

Renting a automotive is an effective possibility for those who plan to discover past Scottsdale, corresponding to desert parks or golf programs. Traditional leases can be found at Sky Harbor Airport and all through the town.

Rideshare and Taxis

Uber and Lyft function reliably all through Scottsdale and are nice for brief journeys, nightlife, and airport transfers. Prices differ primarily based on demand, and surge pricing is widespread throughout main occasions. Taxis are additionally out there and might be hailed all through the town or outdoors of accommodations.

Bikes & Scooters

Scottsdale is bike-friendly, with over 300 miles of paths. You can lease bikes and e-scooters by means of apps like Lime, Bird, or Spin, and even inside Uber or Lyft.