In the spirit of the inaugural General Conference in the Middle East, North Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region, ICOM Dubai 2025 promises to be a groundbreaking and uniquely transformative experience for museum professionals, cultural leaders, and community members globally.
IN PERSON REG.
Early Bird
Until 14 September
Regular
15 Sept - 31 Oct
Onsite
From 1 Nov Onwards
ICOM Member Countries 1 & 2
ICOM Member Countries 3 & 4
ICOM Member Countries 5
Non-Member
Student
Accompanying Person
AED 1,212.75
EUR 315.00
AED 1,617.00
EUR 420.00
AED 2,021.25
EUR 525.00
AED 808.50
EUR 210.00
AED 1,010.63
EUR 262.50
AED 1,212.75
EUR 315.00
AED 606.38
EUR 157.50
AED 707.44
EUR 183.75
AED 808.50
EUR 210.00
AED 1,617.00
EUR 420.00
AED 2,021.25
EUR 525.00
AED 2,425.50
EUR 630.00
AED 303.19
EUR 78.75
AED 404.25
EUR 105.00
AED 505.31
EUR 131.25
AED 606.38
EUR 157.50
AED 759.99
EUR 197.40
AED 909.56
EUR 236.25
In-Person Registration Fees
Early Bird
Until 14 September
AED 1,212.75
EUR 315.00
Regular
15 Sept - 31 Oct
AED 1,617.00
EUR 420.00
Onsite
From 1 Nov Onwards
AED 2,021.25
EUR 525.00
Early Bird
Until 14 September
AED 808.50
EUR 210.00
Regular
15 Sept - 31 Oct
AED 1,010.63
EUR 262.50
Onsite
From 1 Nov Onwards
AED 1,212.75
EUR 315.00
Early Bird
Regular
Onsite
From 1 Nov Onwards
Early Bird
Until 14 September
AED 1,617.00
EUR 420.00
Regular
15 Sept - 31 Oct
AED 2,021.25
EUR 525.00
Onsite
From 1 Nov Onwards
AED 2,425.50
EUR 630.00
Early Bird
Until 14 September
AED 303.19
EUR 78.75
Regular
15 Sept - 31 Oct
AED 404.25
EUR 105.00
Onsite
From 1 Nov Onwards
AED 505.31
EUR 131.25
Early Bird
Until 14 September
AED 606.38
EUR 157.50
Regular
15 Sept - 31 Oct
AED 759.99
EUR 197.40
Onsite
From 1 Nov Onwards
AED 909.56
EUR 236.25
ICOM Individual Members
ICOM Institutional Members
Non-Members
Student (ICOM Members and Non Members)
DIGITAL REG.
Regular
Registration for digital participation will be available starting 30 September
ICOM Member Countries 1 & 2
ICOM Member Countries 3 & 4
ICOM Member Countries 5
Non-Member
Student
AED 606.38
EUR 157.50
AED 363.83
EUR 94.50
AED 303.19
EUR 78.75
AED 727.65
EUR 189.00
AED 303.19
EUR 78.75
Digital Registration Fees
Regular
AED 606.38
EUR 157.50
Regular
AED 363.83
EUR 94.50
Regular
AED 303.19
EUR 78.75
Regular
AED 727.65
EUR 189.00
Regular
AED 303.19
EUR 78.75
Terms And Conditions
Registration for ICOM Dubai 2025
In-person Registration: What's Included
- Scientific Programme of the conference in Dubai World Trade Centre from 12 to the 14 November 2025
- Venue Facilities and Services including: lunch break, coffee break, event giveaways, and publications, as well as a complimentary public transport ticket for all the duration of the 27th ICOM General Conference
- Opening Party on 12 November 2025
- Closing Party on 14 November 2025
- Museum Fair during the conference
- Scientific Programme of International Committees Day on 15 November 2025
- Excursion on 16 November 2025
- Access to the digital content of the Platforms, during and after the conclusion of the 27th ICOM General Conference
Digital Registration: What's Included
- Scientific programme of the conference in the Dubai World Trade Centre from 12 to 14 November 2025 via a virtual platform
- Access to the digital content of the Platforms, during and after the conclusion of the 27th ICOM General Conference
Conditions for ICOM Institutional Members Registration
- Institutional Members can register up to three (3) representatives by purchasing the ICOM Member Full Ticket – In-person participation.
- The cost for two (2) or three (3) representatives will be two (2) or three (3) times the Individual Member ticket price.
Group Discounts
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Special discounts are available for organizations registering multiple delegates, offering an incentive for larger teams:
- 5-9 Delegates – 5% discount on the published rates
- 10-19 Delegates – 7.5% discount on the published rates
- 20+ Delegates – 10% discount on the published rates
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To register the group, please reach out to us at: ICOMDUBAI2025@DWTC.COM
- ICOM Institutional Members may register up to three representatives using the ICOM Institutional Member registration form, at the preferential rate for ICOM members.
People of Determination (People with disabilities) Discount
- People of Determination (People with disabilities) (PoD) refers to individuals with diverse disabilities, including mobility, sensory, and intellectual impairments. Please refer to our section on Accessibility at ICOM Dubai 2025 website for further information. POD’s will receive 50% discount to encourage their participation and ensure affordability. This is applied across all ticket tiers, including workshops, lectures, and networking events.
- Individuals must present their PoD / Disability identification card issued by their respective country or a government-recognized disability authority, or provide proof of membership in a recognized disability organization upon entering the event. Should you require assistance ahead of your visit, please contact us at ICOMDUBAI2025@dwtc.com
Payment Method
- Online payment: The participant may choose to pay online with all major credit cards (including Visa and Mastercard only). An invoice in English will be generated automatically by the Registration Platform and sent by email to the billing address indicated on the form. Any bank charges relating to the payment shall be borne by the participant who shall be informed about this specificity by the PCO.
- On-site payment: A participant shall be able to register for the General Conference on site and shall have to pay the fees directly on the spot either by credit card or cash. The Organising Committee and the PCO will have to inform on the Registration Platform which currency/ies will be accepted on site.
Cancellation Policy
- If registration is cancelled by 14 September 2025 (23:59, UAE time), ticket holders may obtain a full refund of the registration fee with a deduction of AED two hundred (200) for administration costs.
- If registration is cancelled between 15 September 2025 to 30 September 2025 (23:59, UAE time), ticket holders may obtain a 50% refund of the registration fee.
- If registration is cancelled on or after 1 October 2025, no refund of the registration fee shall be accepted, except for refunds requested on the basis of elements of the invitation letter and/or the requested support for obtaining a visa which were not provided in due time by the Organising Committee. In such cases, ticket holders will be entitled to a full refund of the registration fee less AED two hundred (200) for administration and visa costs.For visas applied through the PCO, in the event of rejection, the cost of the visa shall be deducted from the refund.
Exchange “in-person to digital” conditions
- If the exchange request is received no later than 31st August 2025
(23:59, Dubai time), ticket holders may obtain a full refund of the difference between in-person registration fee and digital registration fee, with a deduction of AED 200 (EUR50) for administration costs. - If the exchange request is received on or after 1 September 2025 (23:59, UAE time), no refund shall be accepted and option of access to the digital content of the General Conference Platform during the 27th ICOM General Conference shall be provided.
Exchange “digital to in-person” conditions
- Until 30 September 2025 (23:59, UAE time), regardless the type of registration, participants may switch their tickets from digital to in-person participation by paying the difference of the Fee
- After 30 September 2025 (23:59, UAE time), switching from digital to in-person participation will not be possible. However, participants may submit a written request to the PCO, which will review it on a case-by-case basis, subject to availability and feasibility.
Refunds
- Refunds, if applicable, will be processed within 30 days following the end of the 27th ICOM General Conference Refunds will be issued through bank transfer mode as opposed to the original transaction.
- The PCO retains the exclusive right to make final decisions regarding modification, and cancellation requests.
- The PCO may consider exceptional circumstances on a case-by-case basis.
Cancellation or rescheduling of the 27th ICOM General Conference by the Organisers
- In the event that the 27th ICOM General Conference is cancelled by the Organisers for reasons other than force majeure. Registered participants will be eligible for a partial refund of their registration fees, with a deduction for administrative and organisational costs already incurred. The exact refund amount will be determined based on the financial commitments made by the Organisers up to the cancellation date.
- If the event is cancelled due to force majeure or circumstances beyond the Organisers’ control (including but not limited to natural disasters, pandemics, political instability, or governmental restrictions), the Organisers will determine the refund conditions at their sole discretion, considering financial commitments already made for the event. In such cases, the Organisers reserves the right to offer alternative solutions, such as rescheduling the event, converting in-person registrations to digital participation, or issuing partial refunds where possible.
- If the 27th ICOM General Conference is rescheduled, all existing registrations will remain valid for the new dates. Participants unable to attend the rescheduled 27th ICOM General Conference may request a refund under conditions to be determined by the Organisers, taking into account financial commitments already incurred. The Organisers will communicate the new dates and refund options to all participants as soon as reasonably possible.
