FAQ's

IBC is held in Amsterdam every September at the RAI Exhibition and Congress Centre. The dates for
IBC2012 are:

Conference 6 – 11 September
Exhibition    7 – 11 September

Every year the leading minds and wisest investors come to IBC. Our exhibitors range from well known brands to specialist experts, with 50,000+ attendees from the world of broadcasting media and entertainment. For a more detailed breakdown of who attends IBC please see the IBC attendance and demographics.

Registration to the exhibition includes access to all the halls and the free “added value” sections of the show, such as the IBC Big Screen, Awards Ceremony and Production Village. Conference registration comes in several packages which allow different levels of access to the thought provoking sessions, as well as free access to the exhibition.

Amsterdam has one of the best transport systems in Europe and a busy international airport. For more information click here to book your trip.

Yes, a one-day ticket costs €13.03 excl.VAT and a ticket for the duration of the show costs around €54.62 excluding VAT. A P7 parking pass and ticket costs €58.82 excluding VAT. The one-day tickets can be purchased from vending machines at the entrances and exits of the car parks.

IBC work closely with the RAI Hotel and Travel Service, please click here to book your accommodation.

Amsterdam has one of the best public transport systems in Europe. As an IBC attendee you get to ride the trams for free. There is a comprehensive tram, bus and metro system, enabling you to get anywhere in the city quickly and easily. There is also a fleet of shuttle buses from the major hotels to take you directly to the RAI. For more information please click here.
 

Registration for IBC2012 will open in April 2012.

It is free to attend the exhibition as a visitor if you register before 17 August 2012. Should you book after this date admission is €60. If you wish to register for the conference as a delegate, prices with be available on the IBC website in April 2012.   

Press registration will open in April 2012. Once registered you will receive access to the Media Zone.

You may be required to provide a Visa for entry into The Netherlands. Please visit the Dutch Embassy website for more information. Once you have completed your registration you will have the opportunity to request a visa invitation that you can provide to your relevant Embassy to aid your application.

Children under the age of 16 are not permitted anywhere at IBC.

When you register you will be sent a confirmation email with a barcode. Please bring this with you to gain entry to the show. Please note the barcode can also be scanned directly from a smart phone.

Yes. Please go to New Registrations in the Elicium Passage. If you want to register as a conference delegate onsite please go to the New Registration desk in The Forum Lounge.

Please bring the barcode confirmation email to one of our badge collection points where you will be able to print your badge. If you do not have a barcode you can look up your registration details using your email address or confirmation number.

There are a variety of options available to you, please click here for more information.

Amsterdam RAI provides a selection of the finest restaurants, cafes, and tasty snack bars. Self-service catering is available in several locations. A unique city beach restaurant also lies between Amsterdam RAI and the Beatrix Park called 'The Beach’. If you wish to book a table at one of the restaurants before the show starts please contact the RAI and Hotel and Travel Service.

IBC will, wherever possible, accommodate religious needs where the timing of the event causes difficulties for attendees. A quiet/prayer room with washing facilities will be located to the rear of the auditorium with access via the Diamond Lounge. Onsite signage will direct you to its exact location.

Yes! IBC provides free access to computers in both the Business Club Lounge and the I-Cafe.

Amsterdam has many attractions to visit. Please click here for more information

Amsterdam weather in September can be even more unpredictable than usual. As seasons change, temperatures dip; but there are also occasional summer-like days. Be prepared to be hot or cold, wet or dry!

The currency in Amsterdam is Euros.

Please give our offices a call on +44 (0)207 832 4100 between the hours of 08:00 – 18:00 GMT or email info@ibc.org