Attendance of the International Monetary Fund and World Bank Group Spring Meetings is by invitation only.
All participants must be accredited in advance of the Meetings.

All participants should ensure that their passport is valid for at least six months beyond the date of entry into the United States. Participants are encouraged to consult the U.S. Department of State website for the latest information on visas requirements and entry conditions. Additional information on visa and travel restrictions can be found on the Department of Homeland Security website.

In light of evolving U.S. travel and visa processing conditions in certain countries, some visa applications may take longer than usual. Participants are therefore encouraged to submit any required U.S. visa applications as early as possible through the appropriate consular channels.

If a visa is required, participants should register for the Spring Meetings as early as possible, as visa processing time may be longer than usual. Where visa assistance is needed, participants should use the Registration Confirmation Letter generated by the Spring Meetings registration system in support of their visa application.

Please note that visa eligibility and issuance are determined solely by U.S. authorities. Neither the IMF nor the World Bank Group can influence the outcome or timing of visa applications.

Carry critical documents with you at all times and keep copies in a secure, mobile accessible location throughout your trip:

• A passport valid for at least six months beyond the date of entry into the United States
• A valid U.S. visa (where applicable)
• The IMF/WBG 2026 Spring Meetings Registration Confirmation Letter

The registration desk will be open during the following hours for badge pick‑up and on‑site registration assistance.

Registration desk hours:

• Sunday, April 12, 2026: 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
• Monday, April 13, 2026: 7:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
• Tuesday–Friday, April 14–17, 2026: 8:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Please note that times are subject to change.

All registered participants must show their registration confirmation email, and photo ID to registration staff in order to pick-up their Spring Meetings badge.

Spring Meetings badges must bear a current photograph of the registrant. Participants must be photographed and obtain their individual badge prior to entering Spring Meetings venues.

Badges will be issued from the World Bank I Building Registration Desk at 1850 I St, NW, Washington, DC, 20433, United States.

Badge pick‑up deadlines:

·       Early badge pick‑up (delegates only, via their respective Office of Executive Director): Friday, April 10, 2026

·       On‑site badge pick‑up (open to all participant categories): Badge pick‑up will be available during overall registration operations from Sunday, April 12, 2026 (12:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.) through Friday, April 17, 2026 (8:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m.).

Badge Access and Security:

All participants must present a valid Spring Meetings badge or IMF/WBG staff or retiree badge to enter through perimeter checkpoints. Badges must be visibly displayed at all times while inside the security perimeter. It is not advisable to wear identification badges in public outside the perimeter, particularly in areas where demonstrators may be present. 

Spring Meetings badges will be valid from Monday, April 13, through Saturday, April 18, 2026, and will allow entry into IMF HQ1 and HQ2 and World Bank MC, J, I, and F Buildings.

For registered delegates only, Spring Meetings badges will remain valid through Friday, April 24, 2026.

From April 13 through April 18, all individuals, including Spring Meetings badge holders, will be subject to magnetometer and x-ray screening before entering IMF/WBG facilities. While screening lines typically move quickly, participants should allow additional time to ensure timely arrival for scheduled meetings. 

Press badges grant access to the press room, press conferences, press briefings, and the Media Hub located in the World Bank MC front lobby. Members of the press must be accompanied by a staff escort within office areas at all times. Press requiring building access after April 18 must comply with IMF/WBG visitor procedures.

IMF: Participants are expected to comply with the IMF Code of Conduct for Visitors.

WBG: Participants are expected to act in accordance with the World Bank Group’s Core Values and Code of Ethics, to conduct themselves with integrity and impartiality, and to refrain from any behavior  inconsistent with these standards. Any participant engaged in disruptive or other inappropriate behavior may have their badge revoked.

Spring Meetings participants should follow prevailing health and safety guidance. If you are feeling unwell for any reason, do not come to the Meetings Venues.

Measles is a highly transmissible disease often spread during international travel and in large public gatherings. If you are unsure about your vaccination or immune status, seek advice from your healthcare provider and consider vaccination prior to traveling to reduce the risk of infection and transmission.

Medical services will be provided by the MedStar Health Clinic, located in the Bank MC Building, Level C2. In addition to normal weekday operations, from 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m., the Health Clinic will be available, as needed, on Saturday, April 18 until 12:00 noon. For non-emergent medical needs, contact the on-site Medstar clinic at +1-202-842-1500 during office hours.

Emergency ambulance service can be requested by dialing +1-202-458-8888 from within any WBG building and +1-202-623-9911 from within any IMF building.

For emergencies outside the IMF/WBG buildings, dial 911.

Spring Meetings badges will provide access to the IMF HQ1 and HQ2 buildings and World Bank Group MC, J, I, and F buildings. The IMF and WBG buildings will only be open to Fund/Bank staff and Spring Meetings badge holders.

Within the IMF buildings, use our digital wayfinding maps to navigate to venues

Security Information Available Soon

In an emergency, the buildings may be evacuated, or you may be told to remain indoors until the situation has been resolved. In either instance, you will be notified by public address announcement or by security personnel. 

If you are unable to evacuate, call the Emergency Response number listed below or seek assistance using one of the emergency phones located in every stairwell on each floor of both IMF and World Bank Group buildings.  

In case of fire or smoke in the building: 

In case of smoke or fire, do not wait for a public announcement - leave immediately via the established evacuation routes, following the security staff’s instructions. In an emergency at the IMF buildings call +1-202-623-9911 and at the World Bank Group buildings call +1-202-458-8888.  

Visibly display your Spring Meetings badge at all times inside the venues. Keep your badge in a secure place when outside the security perimeter, but readily accessible in order to display upon request at security checkpoints.  Immediately report the loss of your Spring Meetings badge to security.  Do not leave laptops, mobile phones, or other personal items unattended.  

Participants are advised to cooperate if approached by law enforcement authorities:

1. Stay calm, follow directions, and comply with lawful instructions.
2. Provide identification and answer questions as required.
3. Do not argue, resist, or engage in any behavior that would escalate the situation.
4. Report the incident promptly and seek support from WBG/IMF security if needed: +1-202-458-8888 (WBG) / +1-202-623-9911.

Prior to traveling to the US, it is also advisable to look for and save the consular assistance hotlines of your respective embassies/consulates based in DC.  

Lost something? Call +1-202-623-6740. 

The IMF and World Bank Group are committed to providing equal access to participants with disabilities to attend the Spring Meetings in Washington, D.C.

For the IMF, questions about personalized arrangements to support disabilities should be directed to workplaceaccomm@imf.org.

For the World Bank Group, questions about personalized arrangements to support disabilities should be directed to meetingsregistration@worldbank.org.  

By request, the IMF provides personalized arrangements to support a disability to attend IMF-sponsored events located in Washington, DC. To discuss a need, contact workplaceaccomm@imf.org. The team will respond to all emails within 48 hours of receipt.

If you are requesting a technical service, such as sign interpretation or personalized closed captioning, please provide a minimum of 3 weeks’ notice before the event so that we can determine the feasibility.

Closed captioning services will be available for the Spring Meetings Plenary at DAR, and events in the IMF HQ1 Atrium and Meeting Halls A&B for select events to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience for all attendees. Closed captioning provides real-time text display of spoken words, making it easier for individuals who are hearing impaired to follow along. It also benefits non-native speakers and anyone who prefers reading along.  

During the 2026 Spring Meetings, there will be no dedicated transportation service between the airports and the Meetings Campus or Hotels.

Participants are advised to arrange for their own transportation. 

Parking will not be available in Fund/Bank buildings for delegations. Please make alternative arrangements at the public garages or street parking.
 

Hotel blocks have been secured at nearby hotels.