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SIA provides a forum for the exchange of information related to export and import licensing. SIA interests cover the entire spectrum of licensing issues pertaining to the Departments of Commerce, Defense, State and Treasury.
Membership for U.S. government employees is free of charge and will allow you to receive notices about SIA events and industry news.
2026 Virtual Back to Basics Conference Agenda will be posted closer to the event date Join SIA at the 2026 Virtual Back to Basics Conference - an important first step to learning about how to export articles on the United States Munitions List (USML) and the Commerce Control List (CCL) and the associated defense services and technology. This conference has been reorganized to provide an improved learning experience for online learning. The SIA Back to Basics Conference is ideal for newcomers (less than 5 years of experience) to export licensing, as they will be provided with a step-by-step guide to using the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Emphasis will be placed on panels that cover the license application process and the requirements for submitting licenses to the Department of State, Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC) as well as to the Department of Commerce, Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) for review and approval. Attendees will hear firsthand from U.S. Government speakers about procedures and policies governing the export license process while becoming familiar with the various types of licenses, agreements, exemptions and exceptions and the requirements and conditions associated with each. SIA 2026 Scholarship Program We are pleased to announce that the Society for International Affairs 2026 Scholarship Program is now open for applications. Eligible students with an interest in international trade or related fields are invited to apply Applications will be accepted from December 1, 2025 through January 31, 2026. Full details, eligibility requirements, and the online application form are available at: https://www.siaed.org/2026-Scholarship-Program Please share this opportunity with students, colleagues, and anyone who may benefit.  BECOME AN SIA ENHANCED MEMBER In addition to current member benefits, enhanced members will have direct access to all of SIA's most up-to-date web-based digital handbooks to include: Compliance Insiders: Toolkit for Internal Compliance; Customs Border Protection Guidelines Handbook; Exemptions Handbook; Mergers, Acquisitions & Divestitures Handbook; Voluntary Disclosure Handbook; To Be Published - EAR Exceptions Handbook.
With this new membership level, you can renew your membership for $100 to have access to this enhanced feature.
Education and Professional Development
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The Bureau's paramount concern is the security of the United States. To advance U.S. national security, foreign policy, and economic objectives by ensuring an effective export control and treaty compliance system and promoting continued U.S. strategic technology leadership.
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As DoD's focal point on international transfers of export-controlled technology and sharing of classified military information, DTSA establishes guidelines and assists DoD components in complying with applicable U.S. laws and regulations and DoD policies. CLICK HERE FOR | 
The Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC) ensures commercial exports of defense articles and defense services advance U.S. national security and foreign policy objectives. CLICK HERE FOR |
