BUYUSA.GOV -- U.S. Commercial Service

Charleston & Wheeling West Virginia

Welcome to the U.S. Export Assistance Center of West Virginia

With over 25 years of experience in assisting U.S. exporters around the globe, the U.S. Commercial Service is your first stop on the road to international success!

The U.S. Department of Commerce, U.S. Commercial Service, U.S. Export Assistance Center of West Virginia is part of a global network of offices in over 105 major U.S. cities and 77 countries. With an international network comprised of trade specialists and commercial officers, the U.S. Commercial Service is in a unique position to serve the needs of U.S. exporters and help them succeed internationally.

Mock Prison Riot 2009 - Export Controls Workshops

Mock Prison Riot

The Mock Prison Riot is a four-day, comprehensive law enforcement, corrections and military tactical and technology experience, including 40,000 square feet of exhibit space, training scenarios, technology demonstrations, technology assessments and evaluations, certification workshops, a Skills Competition, and unlimited opportunities for feedback, networking, and camaraderie on a global scale.

The 13th annual Mock Prison Riot will be held on May 3-6, 2009 at the former West Virginia State Penitentiary in Moundsville.

Dates:       May 3-6, 2009
Location:  West Virginia Penitentiary
                  901 8th Street
                  Moundsville, WV 26041

To register for this event please visit the Mock Prison Riot site.

U.S. Export Control Workshops 

The U.S. Commercial Services in conjunction with the Marshall County Chamber of Commerce, the Moundsville Economic Development Council, the WVHTC Foundation and Dilworth Paxson, LLP presents “U.S. Export Controls: A Holistic Approach” on May 4, 2009 in Moundsville, WV during the Mock Prison Riot Event.  

Click Here to learn more and to register. 

West Virginia Trade Mission to Canada 

Dates: June 1-5, 2009Canada Montage

Location: Montreal and Toronto

Uncover your Trade Potential - Come to Canada!

To Register Click Here

For more information Contact:

Debra Martin
WVDO International Trade Manager
Phone: 304-957-2042
E-Mail: Dmartin@N0SPAM.wvdo.org

Electronic System For Trave Authorization (ESTA) Advisory

Attention Foreign Nationals Travelling to the United States:

Beginning January 12, 2009, all nationals and citizens of Visa Waiver Program (VWP) countries will be required by law to obtain a travel authorization prior to initiating travel to the United States under the VWP.

VWP travelers should be aware that unauthorized third-parties have established Web sites, which charge visitors seeking to travel to the United States under the VWP, for information about ESTA™ and for submitting ESTA™ applications to DHS on behalf of the traveler.

Click Here to learn more.

Market of the Month - Portugal

Click here to Learn More About the Market of the Month

Portugal

Doing Business in Portugal: 2009 Country Commercial Guide for U.S. Companies

Related upcoming event:

Small is Beautiful Series: Export Opportunities in Spain and Portugal

Date:       Wednesday May 20, 2009
Time:       11:30 AM to 12:30 PM (Eastern Time)
Cost:        $35 payable by Credit Card
Location: Your Computer

Click Here to Register

WorldTradeWV.com