Dear RoboCup Community,
My name is Dominik Galván, and I am writing on behalf of my team from Mexico. We are honored to have received an invitation to compete in the RoboCup Americas 2025 Super Regional, which will take place in Pennsylvania, United States.
However, we have encountered a significant challenge regarding the visa application process. Since the invitation was sent only two months before the event, the actual timeframe we have to obtain a visa is approximately one month, considering the time required for travel planning. This poses a considerable challenge, as visa appointment wait times and processing periods are usually much longer, making it practically impossible for many teams to secure their entry in time. We believe this issue is not unique to our team, as there are approximately 80 international teams expected to participate, and many of them may face similar difficulties due to the host country’s visa requirements.
We greatly appreciate the opportunity to compete in this prestigious event, but the current situation could prevent many qualified teams from attending. We would like to inquire whether any measures can be taken to address this issue, such as extending the visa application period, providing support for expedited processing, or considering alternative solutions to ensure fair participation for all invited teams.
We kindly seek guidance from the RoboCup community and organizers on how to navigate this matter, as our main goal is to represent our country and contribute to the competition.
Thank you for your time and consideration. We look forward to your response.
Best regards,
Dominik Galván