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All registrations must be completed online before arriving at the venue. To start your registration please go to our website.

No. We no longer have registration facilities onsite, and all attendees must be registered before they arrive.

If, for some reason, your registration is not complete or you are registering for the first time, you will need to use your mobile device (and mobile data) to complete your registration. You should allow extra time for this as you will need to have your ID document validated which can take time at busy periods.

The registration system remains open throughout the event; however, all attendees need to have their ID document validated before arriving at the venue and processing times vary. To avoid any issues, please make sure that you have completed your registration and had your ID document validated before you arrive. Your registration account will clearly display whether you have completed all mandatory �鶹ӳ�� and are ready to enter the venue.

If you have any issues during your registration, we have a chat facility at - just look for the chat symbol in the bottom right hand corner.

To apply for a Press / Industry Analyst pass please visit the Press Zone to check our application criteria and start your application.

The Press team is reviewing your application and will respond shortly to advise if you have been approved.

Please allow 5 – 10 working days while we review your application for a press pass. If you have not heard from us after this time, please email pressoffice@gsma.com.
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No, you can only register in full for your own pass.

You can purchase passes for others by selecting Group Purchase from your registration account home page. Once purchased, attendees must log into their own accounts and complete the photo and ID document validation process. �鶹ӳ��ees will be refused entry to the event if this �鶹ӳ�� has not been provided and validated before they arrive at the venue.

Yes, the minimum age to attend MWC is 16 years of age.��

Please check the process here

If your registration code has expired, please contact the person who sent you the code for assistance.

The Ministerial Programme is an invitation only event targeted at senior government and industry representatives.

All �鶹ӳ�� about the event can be found on the Ministerial Programme website.

If you have issues with your registration code, please contact the company who sent you the invite in the first instance. If the code is valid but still not working, please contact registration@mwcbarcelona.com.

If you have been confirmed as a Conference / Keynote speaker, you will be contacted directly by the speaker management team with instructions on how to register.

If you are speaking at an event or programme other than the official Conference programme, please contact the organiser for that event for instructions on how to register.

You can upgrade your pass from the home page of your .

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As part of our overall venue and citywide security plan in partnership with the Spanish, Catalan & Barcelona Authorities and the Catalan Police (Cos de Mossos d'Esquadra), we are committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment at MWC.��

This is achieved through our “validate & verify” registration and entry process.

Our “validate & verify” registration and entry process consists of:

1. Validating the authenticity of your ID document to certify your identity (ID Validation) and prevent fraudulent activities such as false representation or identity theft; and
2. Verifying your identity each time you access the venue to ensure that only authorized attendees with a previously validated ID document are granted access to the event.

You can choose to have your ID document validated and your identity verified through any of the following options:

Option 1: Biometric:

The Biometric option enables instant validation of your ID document and instant verification of your identity. You will be requested to present your ID document during your registration. Our online registration system will collect the required �鶹ӳ�� from your ID document and undertake image analysis to compare your ID portrait photo with the separate photo you provide.��

As we will generate and compare biometric �鶹ӳ�� from both photos for the purpose of verifying your identity, we will ask for your consent to the processing of your ID document and biometric �鶹ӳ��.

Option 2: Non-Biometric:

The Non-Biometric option enables instant validation of your ID document. You will be requested to present your ID document during your registration. Our online registration system will��collect the required �鶹ӳ�� from your ID document and a GSMA representative will then visually compare your ID portrait photo with the separate photo you provide to verify your identity. The process of verifying your identity in this manner may take longer. There is no biometric �鶹ӳ�� involved in this option. However, we will ask for your consent to the processing of your ID document

Option 3: Live Video:

The Live Video option involves your ID document being validated and your identity being verified through a video call with a GSMA representative. While you will not be requested to upload your ID document to our online registration system, you will have to present your ID document to the GSMA representative and manually input the required �鶹ӳ�� from your ID document so that it can be entered into our online registration system.

You will also need to provide a separate photo of your face to ensure that your identity can be verified each and every time you access the venue.

This option is subject to availability.

Once your registration is completed, and prior to the event opening, you will be able to access your Digital Access Pass on your mobile device, either within the MWC Series App or your Registration account, in the form of a QR code. When entering the venue each day, our access system will scan the QR code, and the photo of yourself which you provided during registration will be displayed on our screen. Our staff will compare: (i) the photo you provided during registration; and (ii) your face, to verify your identity in order to access the event.

When you first present or upload an image of your ID document, it is handled locally on your device. Due to the technical limitations of third-party devices, for validation to take place, certain essential��operations are then performed through our secure online registration system.

In line with our privacy-by-design approach, data collection, processing and retention are minimised to the fullest possible extent.

The entire process takes less than a second. Within this fleeting moment, the system performs a series of automated, instantaneous��functions. These��include��receiving, depersonalising and extracting only the necessary �鶹ӳ�� required for verification (with��all other data being immediately discarded). These steps occur simultaneously and��inseparably, via a single API call.

Given that receipt of the ID document cannot be differentiated in either process or time from the depersonalisation, the extraction of required �鶹ӳ�� and the discarding of obsolete data, our online registration system never retains your full ID document as an identifiable record - the data exists only transiently, solely��for the purpose of validation.��
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The �鶹ӳ�� required from your ID document is:

1. Full name
2. Date of birth
3. Nationality
4. Type of ID document
5. ID document number
6. Country issuing the ID document
7. Expiry date of the ID document
8. ID portrait photo.

MWC Barcelona attracts attendees from hundreds of countries all over the world. As you can imagine, there are a number of differences between the form of ID document issued by individual countries.

As such, we require the entire ID document to be able to ensure its validity (see 'What happens..' in the FAQs). If we only processed the limited data we actually require, it would be impossible to successfully validate the authenticity of the ID document.

We are committed to minimising the data that we collect during “validate and verify”. Where future technology can deliver ID document validation from only partial data contained in an ID document, then we would look to update our registration and entry process accordingly.

No. Only the data identified in the FAQ 'What �鶹ӳ�� is required from my ID document?' is retained in addition with the separate photo you provide.

Our system does not, at any point, collect, process or retain a usable version of your full ID document.

Only valid passports or EU national ID cards are accepted to complete your registration for MWC Barcelona. ��Spanish Residence Cards / NIE are not accepted.

Yes. �鶹ӳ��ees whose ID document has not been previously validated and whose identity has not been previously verified will not be able to complete their registration, access their Digital Access Pass��or enter MWC.

We utilise industry-recognised encryption within the systems that collect personal data. Additionally, the GSMA and our venue partner Fira commission a third-party penetration test and systems audit to ensure the security of personal �鶹ӳ��.

MWC Barcelona is delivered by GSMA in partnership with the Spanish, Catalan & Barcelona Authorities and, from a safety & security perspective, Cos de Mossos d’Esquadra.

The “validate & verify” registration and entry process is the tried, tested and proven way these parties deliver a safe and secure MWC each year.��

It is your sole responsibility to take care of visa requirements. If you require a VISA support letter to attend MWC26 Barcelona or 4YFN Barcelona, please request one via the registration system after you have completed your registration.

For more �鶹ӳ�� please contact the closest Spanish embassy or consulate in your territory

Please read the �鶹ӳ�� to understand whether you need a Visa to enter Spain.

If you do not require a visa, you should not apply for visa support as the GSMA will not issue supporting �鶹ӳ�� for nationalities that do not require a visa.

We can provide you with a supporting invitation letter which you can request through your registration account after your registration is fully completed, and any outstanding payment is settled.

GSMA Ltd. LLC is a US-based organization, and its GSMA Group affiliates are UK, EU and Switzerland based organizations. Accordingly, GSMA Ltd. LLC must comply with all applicable US, UK, EU and Swiss trade sanctions. Those trade sanctions prohibit GSMA Ltd. LLC from issuing a visa invitation letter to delegates from Cuba, Iran and North Korea, as is also the case for delegates who have been designated as sanctioned persons by the US, UK, EU and/or Swiss authorities.��

Please note that regardless of your personal visa invitation, you will not be permitted to access GSMA Ltd. LLC events if you (individually) or the company you represent is subject to US, UK, EU and/or Swiss trade sanctions.��

If you are unsure whether trade sanctions apply to you or your organization, please contact us at riskandcompliance@gsma.com

To request your visa support letter, you should login back to your registration account, go to Apply for a Visa Letter and complete the Passport Information section.

Your visa support letter will be sent to your main email account as a PDF attachment only when you have completed your registration, settled any outstanding payment and had your ID validated.

Important:

• Visa support letter requests are processed within 24 hours following full completion of your registration
• Visa support letter will only be issued for the period of the event and for entry into Spain. No other date requests or countries will be supported
• It is recommended that you check the full requirements for a visa application, allowing plenty of time to provide the necessary documentation from the institution the application is being processed through
• Information provided and visa issuance is beyond GSMA’s control. GSMA is not liable for visa processing and issuance / outcome
• We can provide assistance with Visa support letters to Registered �鶹ӳ��ees only
• The above terms apply to both attendees and exhibitors
• Please refer to our Terms & Conditions for cancellation conditions. There is a no refund policy in place. GSMA will not refund registration fees in cases of the applicant’s failure to obtain a visa

Select ‘Visa support letter’ from the dropdown menu in our help centre for more �鶹ӳ�� about visas and what we can do to assist you.��

It is your sole responsibility to take care of visa requirements. If you require a visa support letter to attend MWC26 Barcelona, please request one via the registration system after you have completed your registration. Registration for MWC26 will be live in November. ��

If you realise that you have made a mistake on your visa support letter, you can request an updated letter via your registration account in the visa applied section on the right-hand side.

Click on the Change Visa Letter button and amend your details. ��A new letter will be sent to you. ��You can only amend your letter once, after that, please email our Contact Centre, registration@mwcbarcelona.com for assistance

If you have forgotten your password, you can reset it by visiting the registration website, clicking on the ‘Sign In’ button and then the ‘Forgot Password’ link. You will be offered a choice of receiving a reset link via email or SMS.

Please check your junk / spam folders for the email if you did not receive it.

To unlock your account please contact: registration@mwcbarcelona.com

There are many factors why emails may not be received and is probably down to the individual mail server settings or the spam filtering used by your company. Please check your spam folder and contact the IT department of your company to ask them to whitelist registration@mwcbarcelona.com

A valid email address is required to register for MWC. If you do not use a valid address, you will not receive any invitations, confirmation of your registration, visa support letters, password recovery and other important registration emails.

If you wish to manage other emails that the GSMA may send to you, please access the to manage your opt-in choices.

All attendees are required to provide an e-mail address to complete their registration. We use the email address to create your account and send you confirmation of your registration as well as other important registration �鶹ӳ��.

You can opt to add an additional email address during the registration process, or you can log back into your registration account and update your Contact Information
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You will receive copies of your registration emails (except password reset or visa support letter) to this additional address.

If any of your �鶹ӳ�� has changed, just log back into your account and edit your Contact Information. Please note, you will not be able to change your email address. Please contact registration@mwcbarcelona.com for assistance.

You can unsubscribe from GSMA emails . You will still receive all emails relating to your registration.

We accept payment by American Express, MasterCard, or Visa.

Note: Visa debit cards may not be accepted outside of the country of origin and / or your bank may decline large transaction amounts. For more �鶹ӳ��, contact your bank directly before attempting payment.

Payments are accepted in Euros only.

This facility is only available for large payments (currently €5,500 incl. VAT) and will become automatically available in the system when you reach the payment stage.

The deadline for making payment is 13 February 2026. As there are no onsite facilities, payment must be made prior to this date. Registrations after this date must be paid for by credit card.

ALL SALES ARE FINAL. Cancellations, as well as ‘no shows’ will be liable for the full registration fee. Cancellation of travel and hotel reservations are the responsibility of the registrant. Please consult the GSMA’s �鶹ӳ��ee Terms & Conditions for Events for full details.

• Client Portal users with complimentary allocations should log into their account and check the registration status of the pass they wish to cancel. Please consult your Client Portal User Guide for further �鶹ӳ��.
• If you received your pass from an Exhibitor, Partner, Sponsor or GSMA, please contact them to let them know you will be unable to attend.
• �鶹ӳ��ees who have purchased their passes can use the Substitution function in their accounts to give their pass to someone else (though you will still be liable for the full cost)

Downgrades of passes are permitted but will still be liable for the full registration fee of the original pass purchased. For more �鶹ӳ��, please see our GSMA’s �鶹ӳ��ee Terms & Conditions for Events.

Please email registration@mwcbarcelona.com specifying precisely what details would you like to change and how would you like them to appear on the invoice. Once received, we will proceed with the modification as soon as possible.

The GSMA does not promote a tax compliance and recovery service for MWC. This is due to differing standards of service and delivery available to different attendees and exhibitors in different countries. You may wish to undertake a search in your country for a reputable service provider and/or engage with your accounts or auditors for a recommendation specific to your organisation and country.

If you are no longer able to attend and want to give your pass to a colleague, you have two options:

• If you received your pass from an Exhibitor, Partner, Sponsor or GSMA, please contact them to let them know you will be unable to attend.
• �鶹ӳ��ees who have purchased their passes can use the Substitution function in their accounts to give their pass to someone else (though you will still be liable for the full cost). Log in to your and look for the option 'Request to Substitute My Pass' on the top right-hand side of the page.

The app is available via the Play Store, App Store and Huawei App Gallery

Your login details are the same details that you used for your registration account. If you have forgotten your password, please go to your and follow the instructions to reset your password via the login button.

If you are unable to download the app from any of the available stores, you can access your Digital Access Pass from your . However, if you can download the app, please do so.

We will provide all attendees with their networking badge when they enter the venue for the first time. ��This will be handed to you during the access process.

No, you are not able to use your networking badge to access the venue. You will always need to be able to display your Digital Access Pass to enter the perimeter (as well as the Ministerial Programme perimeter, if you have been invited)

Apart from a way to be identified when networking at the venue, your networking badge can be scanned for lead retrieval purposes and can also be used to access conference and other scanned sessions within the venue (subject to eligibility, not permitted for Ministerial Programme perimeter)

No, your networking badge will only be printed once. When you return to access, we will scan your Digital Access Pass and then go straight into the venue.

There are a limited number of reprint stations at South Entrance, North Entrance and the VIP Car Drop Off. You can only collect your own badge, and reprints are limited to 1 per attendee.

You can use the networking function for up to 9 months after the event. If you attend another GSMA event, the 9-month time-limit will reset from the last event you attended.��

You can network with other GSMA event attendees who have also opted in to networking. This includes attendees from other MWC and M360 events.��

GSMA offers a curated networking service which proactively facilitates introductions between like-minded event attendees. If you opt-in to enhanced networking, we may use your professional profile to match you with an organisation who has expressed an interest in meeting people like you. If your profile matches their areas of interest, we will ask if you would like to be introduced to them. If you say yes, we will facilitate the introduction. If you say no, an introduction will not take place, and your personal details will not be shared with the organisation.

You can choose to opt in to Networking or Enhanced Networking when registering

If you decide to opt out of Networking at any time, simply log in to your and turn it off in the Networking section, or disable it directly in the app.

To opt out of Enhanced Networking, log in to your and update your preferences there.

Once you opt out, your profile will no longer be visible, and you will not be included in introductions or Networking features.

If you do not wish to meet an organisation, we will not share your details with them and no introduction will be made. They will not know that you declined their invitation.