Meeting Resources

Additive Manufacturing Benchmarks 2022

August 14–18, 2022 • Hyatt Regency Bethesda • Bethesda, Maryland, USA

Housing and Travel

A block of rooms has been reserved at the Hyatt Regency Bethesda at a special rate for your convenience. In addition to saving you time and money, staying at the conference location will give you convenient access to technical session rooms and social functions, allowing plenty of informal networking opportunities with your colleagues.

Conference Location and Hotel
Hyatt Regency Bethesda
1 Bethesda Metro Center
7400 Wisconsin Avenue
Bethesda, MD 20814
+1-301-657-1234

Accommodations must be secured by August 1, 2022.

About the Hotel

The Hyatt Regency Bethesda is perfectly located atop the Bethesda Metro station. Unwind in contemporary, beautifully appointed rooms and suites with impressive views of the community courtyard or downtown Bethesda. Enjoy spa-inspired baths and spacious workstations. This upscale hotel is close to destinations across Northern Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, D.C. Walk to the shops of Bethesda Row or drive ten minutes to the National Institutes of Health. Amenities include self-parking for cars and van-accessible self-parking, as well as accessible transportation with advanced notice.

About Bethesda

Bethesda is a destination in the Greater Washington, D.C. area that is known for its unique shops and arts venues. The area is pedestrian-friendly. A 20-minute walk will take visitors from one end of the downtown to another. Bethesda is the number one dining destination for local residents. The lively downtown scene is home to nearly 200 restaurants that showcase diverse cuisine from around the world.

The free Bethesda Circulator shuttle bus service runs every 10 to 15 minutes and connects riders to various points downtown, including the Metro, shops, restaurants, and parking. The Circulator hours are Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.

There are 17 public parking garages and lots, visible with a blue "P" sign. Payment is requested Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Garage parking is $1.25 per hour at the Bethesda Avenue and Elm Street Garage, St. Elmo Avenue and Cordell Avenue Garage, and Waverly Street Garage. Surface lot parking is $1.50 per hour, and long-term garage parking is $1.00 per hour. Parking is free in public garages and lots on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays. Various private garages and valet parking are also options.

Free guides, which provide helpful information on countless restaurants, cultural attractions, and transportation, are available from the Bethesda Urban Partnership. For on-site guidance, visit Bethesda.org on your smart phone and use the mobile website to help you select a restaurant or find parking.

Visa Application Process

Obtain a Travel Visa for Conference Held in the United States

Meeting attendees from countries that require a visa to enter the United States are reminded that the process of obtaining a visa takes a minimum of three months. You are strongly encouraged to plan ahead and begin the application process early.

The U.S. State Department website includes visa information concerning temporary visitors to the United States that may be helpful to you.

Please note that the Department of Homeland Security is implementing the Electronic System for Travel Authorization, which is expected to be mandatory for Visa Waiver Program travelers. Complete information is available on the Visa Waiver Program page of the U.S. State Department website.

Generate a Visa Letter

To generate an official visa invitation letter for this meeting, please select an option below based upon your attendee status. To personalize the letter, follow the instructions and type in the information in the appropriate places. Then, print the letter and submit it along with other required documentation to the appropriate Consulate/Embassy. Please note that this letter does not guarantee you will be granted a visa. If you need additional assistance, e-mail Diana Grady, or call at 1–724–776–9000, ext. 256.

Letters for use in visa application packages will only be provided to individuals known to TMS, including:

TMS members
Presenters
Exhibitors and/or sponsors
Registrants
Attendees of one or more past TMS events

If you are neither a TMS member, nor a presenter, exhibitor, sponsor, or past attendee, then you must register and agree to attend the event for which the letter is requested.

TMS cannot send the letter to an embassy or consulate for you nor can we contact the embassy or consulate on your behalf. It is the sole responsibility of the attendee to obtain the necessary paperwork for entry to the United States. It is crucial for the success of the application to apply at least three months in advance. TMS may contact program participants (abstract submitters) to follow up on specific visa requirements and may provide customized letters and supporting documentation as needed. If you do not receive a timely response from TMS, please check your spam filter or junk e-mail folder for your letter.