Participants arriving in Montréal before the official start of WSAVA 2026 are invited to collect their congress badge on 12 October.
When? 15:00 to 18:00
Where? Registration Area
Picking up your badge in advance will help you avoid registration queues. Take this opportunity to connect with colleagues over a warm welcome drink of local mulled wine, and be ready to head straight into the scientific program when the congress begins the next day.

🎁 Enter the Badge Pickup Raffle

All participants who collect their badge on 12 October will be automatically entered into a special raffle for the chance to win exciting prizes.

It’s our way of saying thank you for helping us create a smoother registration experience while giving you an extra reason to kick off your WSAVA 2026 journey early!

Hover over each circle to reveal the prize you could win!

prize 1

one of 5 free WSAVA Congress registrations 

prize 2

Discount voucher for WSAVA Academy courses 

prize 3

one of free PSAVA Congress registrations  

prize 4

one of 5 WSAVA 2026 Congress Gala Party tickets

  • Session Topics & Timetable: TBD 

  • Abstract submission deadline: 13 May 2026

  • Early registration deadline: 15 July 2026 

  • Regular registration deadline: 22 September 2026 

  • Congress dates: 13-15 October 2026 

Venue Name: Warszawskie Centrum EXPO XXI 

Full address: Ignacego Prądzyńskiego 12/14, 01-222 Warszawa, Poland 

Website

The official language of WSAVA 2026 is English. 

The congress will officially run on CEST (Central European Summer Time) (UTC +2) 

It is the responsibility of the participant to obtain a visa if required.  

Visa regulations depend on your nationality and country of origin. We suggest you contact your local Consulate for official instructions on the specific visa regulations and application procedures that may apply to you.   
For more information on visas, please visit the dedicated Visa Information page.

An official personalised letter of invitation will be provided to registered participants as part of the registration process. You will be able to generate an invitation letter at the end of the registration process, and you will also receive a confirmation email with a link to the invitation letter. 

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. 

During the entire Congress, the attire will be casual and informal. 

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 WSAVA 2026 organizers cannot accept liability for personal accidents or loss of or damage to private property of participants, either during or indirectly arising from WSAVA. Participants are advised to take out their own personal health and travel insurance for their trip. 

If you have any questions, please visit the Contact Us page.