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When will World News Media Congress 2025 take place?
From 4th – 6th May 2025 in Krakow, Poland.
Who is the organiser of World News Media Congress?
The World News Media Congress 2025 is organised by WAN-IFRA in partnership with Agora S.A.
How many times has the Congress taken place?
2025 will mark the 76th anniversary of the annual World News Media Congress.
What is the address of the Congress Venue?
Marii Konopnickiej 17, 30-302 Krakow.
Languages
Congress and Forums are presented in English, with complimentary AI-powered translation of more than 20 languages (Polish, German, Dutch, French, Spanish, Italian, Norwegian, Danish, Korean, Japanese, Chinese…). The real-time translation is accessible on your chosen digital device, such as laptop, mobile phone, and tablet. Please bring your own headsets if you wish to access translation with audio.
Simultaneous interpretation languages can be arranged on prior request.
Attire
The dress code is business casual.
Where can I get information about the programme?
We are constantly updating our website. Please check our programme section for new updates and developments.
Badges
Badges can be picked up from the Congress Venue registration desk on the 4th of May, 2025. Please present your ID or business card when collecting your badge. Your badge will be the entrance card/ticket for all social events. So please bring your badge with you.
By Plane
For international travelers, the primary gateway to Krakow is John Paul II International Airport, 11 km west of the city centre.
Krakow’s efficient public transportation system ensures easy access to the city and the Congress Venue, ICE Krakow.
By Train
The EIP trains operate on the Krakow-Warsaw-Gdynia route offer a convenient alternative to air travel within Poland.
Poland is in the Schengen visa area – and depending on your nationality, you may need to apply in advance for a Schengen visa to enter the country.
Following Brexit, UK citizens do not need a visa to visit Poland.
Visa rules can change, so check with your nearest Polish Embassy or Consulate for the latest visa application details, especially related to your nationality.
Visa invitation letter
Once you register for the Congress, you will automatically receive by email a Visa Invitation Letter Form which you can fill as a supporting document to your application. This is only needed if you are applying for a Visa, and not if you are from one of the exempted countries as mentioned in the website of Ministry of Foreign Affairs Republic of Poland. Should you need any further supporting documents from our side, please contact us.
Find out more about visiting Poland on the Polish Tourism Organisation website.
WAN-IFRA is committed to providing a safe environment for all participants of our events, free from discrimination and harassment. Your registration for, or attendance at any WAN-IFRA event, indicates your understanding of and agreement to abide by this Code of Conduct and its terms.
WAN-IFRA will not tolerate any form of discrimination or harassment based on race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, national origin, ethnic background, age, disability, political opinion, social status, veteran status, union membership or genetic information.
While at WAN-IFRA events, in-person or virtual, any participant, including speakers, attendees, volunteers, sponsors, exhibitors, booth staff and anyone else, should not engage in discrimination or harassment of any kind. This holds for social and other adjacent activities.
