General Information

General Information

Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre: BITEC

Address: 88 Debaratna Rd, Bang Na Tai, Bang Na, Bangkok 10260, Thailand
Telephone: +66 2 726 1999
Website: www.btec.co.th

The time zone in Bangkok, Thailand is Indochina Time (GMT+7).

The official language of the WSPID 2025 Congress will be English.

Participants are advised to wear business casual for all Congress functions and programs.

During October, the temperatures in Thailand range from around 24°C (75°F) in the northern and central regions to about 28°C (82°F) in the southern coastal areas. Although the temperatures are slightly cooler than the summer months, it is still considered warm and pleasant across the country.

The currency used is the Thai Baht (THB).

You can compare your local currency to the Thai Baht (THB) HERE

WSPID 2025 is a hybrid Congress that will take place on 28-31 October 2025 in Bangkok, Thailand with an option for online participation. Detailed information to come.

Information pertaining to CME accreditation can be found on the CME-CPD Congress webpage. Participants will receive an email after the congress, where the CME/CPD certificate will be available after completing the online evaluation and credit-claiming procedure. Kindly note that the WSPID 2025 online evaluation will be active on the last day of the congress. You will then be able to access it and claim your CME/CPD certificate.

Within the congress venue, healthcare professional authorized to prescribe prescription medicines will be recognized with a letter P (Prescriber) indicated after their name badges.

Non-prescribers will be indicated as N/P

Nationals of over 90 countries and territories are entitled to visa exemption for the purpose of tourism business engagements, urgent work or ad-hoc work, for up to 60 days period of stay. However, double-check that you do not require a visa with your local Thai Embassy or visit the Official Thai E-Visa Website HERE for more information.

An official personalized letter of invitation will be provided to registered participants as part of the registration procedure. This invitation is prepared solely for the purpose of visa applications and is not a commitment on the part of the organizers to provide any financial support or confirmation of inclusion in the Scientific Program. Invitation letters can be provided electronically (PDF) or as a hard copy if required.  Hard copies will be mailed via regular post free of charge. In case of a special delivery (courier) request, the participant will be responsible for all charges.

All event activities (including educational sessions, meal functions, exhibit hall, etc.) are exclusively reserved for registered attendees. Non-registered guests (including children, family members, colleagues, etc.) are not allowed in any of the event areas. Badges provided at registration are required for entrance into all functions and will be strictly enforced.

Please do not leave bags or suitcases unattended at any time, whether inside or outside the session halls. Hotels strongly recommend that you use their safety deposit boxes for your valuables.

The Congress Secretariat and Organisers cannot accept liability for personal accidents or loss of or damage to private property of participants. Participants are advised to take out their own personal travel and health insurance for their trip.

Within the event platform, all exhibitors (booth admins) will be recognized with a letter E (Exhibitor) indicated after their names.

If you have any questions, please visit the Contact Us section of the website.

CONGRESS ORGANIZER:

Kenes Group
7, rue François-Versonnex,
C.P. 6053, 1211 Geneva 6
Switzerland