PRAGUE, CZECHIA APRIL 14–16, 2027


ORGANIZED BY

World Federation of Hemophilia

IN COLLABORATION WITH

Czech Society of Hemophilia

DESTINATION PARTNER

ORGANIZED BY
World Federation of Hemophilia

IN COLLABORATION WITH
Czech Society of Hemophilia

DESTINATION PARTNER
Prague Convention Bureau

ORGANIZED BY:
World Federation of Hemophilia

IN COLLABORATION WITH:
Czech Society of Hemophilia

DESTINATION PARTNER:
Prague Convention Bureau

Travel & Accommodations

Join us at the WFH 2027 Comprehensive Care Summit: New Developments in Bleeding Disorders and MSK, which will take place from April 14 to 16, 2027, in the vibrant city of Prague, Czechia. On this page you’ll find information about how to book accommodations, what to expect in Prague information about visa requirements for travel.

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ACCOMMODATIONS

Reduced group rates have been secured at the conference venue hotel for WFH 2027 Comprehensive Care Summit attendees. Additional information, including hotel rates and booking instructions, will be available in November 2026.

ABOUT PRAGUE

Prague is a captivating city known for its historic architecture, picturesque streets, and iconic views along the Vltava River. Its centuries-old landmarks blend seamlessly with a vibrant and welcoming modern city. With its rich history, walkable centre, and distinctive character, Prague offers something for every visitor.

ACCOMMODATIONS FAQ

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When is check-in and check-out?
A

The earliest check-in time is 2:00 p.m. The latest check-out time is 12:00 p.m. For any guests arriving before 2:00 p.m., the room must be booked from previous night to ensure a guaranteed early check-in. The regular check-out time is until 12:00 p.m.

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How do I change or cancel my hotel reservation?
A

Any change or cancellation of your reservation must be sent in writing to [email protected]. A confirmation of the reservation change or cancellation will be forwarded to you. Please do not contact the hotel directly. All requests are subject to the following conditions:

  • Cancellations before February 21, 2025: If full payment has been made, a refund will be processed one month after the event, minus an administrative fee equivalent to one night's accommodation.
  • Cancellations before February 21, 2025: If only a 1-night deposit has been paid, the deposit will be forfeited.
  • No refunds will be granted for cancellations received after February 21, 2025.
  • No refunds will be granted should you need to check out earlier than planned.
Q
How do I make a group booking?
A

A group reservation consists of ten (10) or more rooms. One contact person should be designated to act as the group coordinator and be responsible for all correspondence with the WFH Housing Manager. If you wish to book a group reservation, please send an email to [email protected], specifying the number of rooms required per day. Please note that hotel blocks are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis.

GETTING TO DUBAI

Here you’ll find all the details you need to plan your trip to the vibrant city of Dubai, including travel options and visa requirements.

By air

Dubai International Airport (DXB) is one of the busiest airports in the world, offering direct flights from numerous international destinations. You can fly with major airlines such as Emirates, Etihad, Qatar Airways, and others.

Emirates Airlines is pleased to extend the following offer to attendees of the WFH 2025 Comprehensive Care Summit to travel to Dubai (DXB):
Emirate Airlines offer
Promotional code EVE6WF2
Travel into DXB 13 April 2025 to 30 April 2025
Return from DXB No later than 10 May 2025
How to book the offer

Add your flight details (destination/dates) here, or follow these steps:

  1. Select “Book a flight”
  2. Click on “Advanced Search”
  3. Enter your destination and travel dates
  4. Type in your promotional code EVE6WF2
  5. Pay online or at your nearest Emirates office
Terms and conditions
  • Outbound and inbound travel must be within the validity period.
  • Destinations: Offer valid ONLY from and to gateway cities in which Emirates operates direct flights (including interline flights to gateway cities).
  • Discount applicable:
    • 10% off on Flex and Flex Plus online fares on Business Class and on Economy Class return fares.
    • 5% off on Saver online fares on Business Class and on Economy Class return fares.
    • 5% off on Flex Plus online fares on Premium Economy Class return fares.
  • The offer may not be used in conjunction with any other promotion, discount or special offer.
  • Regular charges apply for any modification and change as per the fare rules and conditions.
  • All Emirates Skywards members will receive Skywards Miles for this trip when booked using the promotional code.
  • Complimentary chauffeur-driven car for Business Class passengers on applicable fares
  • The discount applies to the fare only. Taxes, fees, other carrier-imposed charges and any additional free baggage are excluded from the offer. Once flights have been selected, the fare breakdown is available under ‘View Summary’.
  • Lower promotional fares and special fares may be displayed for a search with the promo code at no additional discount.
  • Where a public promotion is offering a better discount than the Special fares, please check the promotional Terms and Conditions for more details.
  • Other terms and conditions may apply. Please review at the time of booking.
By road

From neighboring countries: Dubai is accessible by road from neighboring countries like Oman and Saudi Arabia.

VISA REQUIREMENTS

Visa-free travel

Citizens of certain countries are allowed visa-free entry or can receive a visa on arrival to the U.A.E. These include travelers from the E.U., U.K., U.S.A., Canada, Australia, Japan, and others. Please check the official UAE government website for a full list of eligible countries.

Visa on arrival

Visitors from several countries can obtain a 30- or 90-day visa on arrival at the airport. This visa can often be extended depending on your stay duration.

Pre-arranged visa

If your country is not eligible for visa-free travel or visa on arrival, you will need to apply for a visa in advance. You can apply online or through a U.A.E-based sponsor, such as your hotel or airline.

Important notes:

Ensure that you apply for a visa well in advance of your travel date.

TREATMENT ROOM

A treatment room will be available for all participants at the WFH 2024 World Congress. For details on the medical treatment in Spain, bringing your own factor, the Congress treatment room, and more, see below.

When planning your trip to Spain for the WFH 2024 World Congress, we encourage you to take the following into account.

  • Free medical treatment is generally not available to foreign visitors to Spain
  • It is recommended that you purchase personal travel insurance for your visit to Spain to cover emergency medical treatment and health care in the case of any other illness or accident that might occur, even if you cannot be insured for your pre-existing medical condition(s)
  • In general, you should bring enough clotting treatment for hemophilia with you for your entire stay
  • If you are travelling to different parts of Spain before or after the WFH 2024 World Congress, note that clotting factor product for an emergency may be limited to larger hospitals. The host NMO, The Federación Española de Hemofilia (Fedhemo) website provides a list of hemophilia treatment centres in Spain (click here to find out more).
  • A treatment room, stocked with donated clotting treatment, will be available during Congress

You may bring a supply of prescribed medications into Spain for your personal use without a permit, provided they are commercially prepared and manufactured. This includes your regular prescribed medicines and clotting factor products.

Helpful hints for all medicines and clotting factor products

  • Keep the medicine in its original packaging with the product labelling visible
  • Make sure you bring a letter written in English, from your doctor explaining that you require these medicines and/or clotting factor concentrates for your medical condition and that you have been prescribed a less than three-month supply to bring to Spain with you. Your doctor’s letter should indicate if you need to carry needles or syringes in addition to administration devices supplied by the manufacturer. For a letter template, click here.
  • Declare your medicines to Spanish customs and provide the letter from your doctor
  • It is advised that you carry your medicines in your carry-on baggage, not in checked baggage
  • It is your responsibility to store your medicines and clotting factor in packaging that meets manufacturers’ advice for temperature control, and to check with your airline that your cold store packaging meets all security requirements

A bleeding disorders treatment room will be set up for the duration of Congress in the North Convention Centre (NCC), on Level 2, in the Colón meeting room, close to the plenary room and all session rooms. Specialized physicians and nurses will be available to assess emergency and semi-urgent situations related to your bleeding disorder and to assist with infusions. Physiotherapists will be available in the same location at designated times, from April 20 to 25, to support patients who are having an acute or sub-acute bleeding episode. Volunteers will assist delegates to get to the treatment room from a treatment room desk in the foyer outside the exhibition hall. A limited number of scooters, wheelchairs, crutches, and walkers are available upon request.

Hours of operation

Congress and AMGA service
IFEMA Madrid: Colón meeting room, 2nd Floor, North Convention Center
Saturday, April 20Nursing14:00 to 18:00
Sunday, April 21Nursing and physiotherapy8:00 to 18:00
Monday, April 22Nursing and physiotherapy8:00 to 18:00
Tuesday, April 23Nursing and physiotherapy8:00 to 18:00
Wednesday, April 24Nursing and physiotherapy8:00 to 18:00
Thursday, April 25Nursing8:00 to 14:00

Emergency services for both bleeding and non-bleeding-related incidents outside of Treatment Room regular hours

For serious issues, please contact the Hospital Universitario La Paz.

Hospital Universitario La Paz
P.º de la Castellana, 261, Madrid
Emergency services offered 24 hours.
Tel.: 91 727 7339

Note: If the emergency involves a bleeding disorder, please make sure to mention this when calling or arriving at the hospital.

Haematology and hemotherapy department
8:00 am to 14:30 pm
Tel.: 91 727 7225


Other medical problems that are not related to a bleeding disorder

If your medical problem is not related to your bleeding disorder, it is suggested that you contact a doctor through your hotel/accommodation.


Medical care and emergencies at IFEMA Madrid

IFEMA MADRID provides a dedicated area on the first floor, situated between Halls 7 and 9, for medical assistance and emergencies. For any inquiries or assistance, you can reach them at the contact phone number: 91 722 5400. This hotline is operational 24/7, serving as the centralized point for all relevant actions and inquiries.


Hemophilia treatment centres in Spain

For a full listing of hemophilia treatment centers in Spain visit the Federación Española de Hemofilia (Fedhemo) website here.

Official WFH hotel booking website

The easiest and most secure way to complete your reservation is through our online reservation system. Please note that only payments by credit cards (Visa or MasterCard) are accepted online. The hotels will be available until April 1, 2025 (or until the hotel blocks are sold out). After April 1, 2025, hotel rooms are subject to availability and rates cannot be guaranteed. Please send an email to [email protected] to check availability after April 1, 2025.

Disclaimer

The information on the WFH website is provided for general information purposes only. The WFH does not engage in the practice of medicine and under no circumstances recommends particular treatment for specific individuals. For diagnosis or consultation on a specific medical problem, the WFH recommends that you contact your physician or local treatment centre. Before administering any products, the WFH urges patients to check dosages with a physician or hemophilia centre staff, and to consult the pharmaceutical company’s printed instructions.

While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information on this site, the WFH does not guarantee the information is accurate, and is not responsible in any way whatsoever for damages arising out of the use of this website or any of the information contained herein.

Messages posted to WFH discussion forums, Facebook, Twitter, and other social media platforms do not represent the opinions of the World Federation of Hemophilia, its staff, or Board of Directors. The author of a message is solely responsibility for its content. Information posted on WFH social networks and platforms should never be a substitute for individualized professional medical advice, even when the author has medical qualifications or is considered an authority. Information posted to a discussion group should not be used to diagnose or treat a specific health problem without consulting a qualified healthcare professional. The WFH recommends that you contact your physician or local treatment centre if you have any individual questions or concerns.

References and links to other websites or references to other organizations, products, services, or publications do not constitute endorsement or approval by the WFH. The WFH is not responsible and assumes no liability for the content of any linked websites.

Fraud Alert

Unauthorized solicitations – Warning

The WFH has been made aware of various correspondences—circulated via e-mail and telephone—coming from individuals impersonating WFH staff or falsely stating that they are associated with the WFH. These correspondences, which may seek to obtain money using the name of someone affiliated with the WFH, are fraudulent and come from outside of our organization.

If you receive a suspicious solicitation, exercise extreme caution. In the case of an email, look at the email address to see if it looks suspicious (for example, all WFH emails come from @wfh.org).

We are asking you to remain vigilant, and if you have any doubts about the correspondence, please forward the email to the WFH at [email protected] or call +1 514-875-7944.