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Do You Need a Visa to Attend DDW® 2025?

If you’re planning on traveling to Digestive Disease Week® (DDW) 2025 — the most comprehensive gathering of digestive disease clinicians, researchers and industry — you may need to obtain a visa. We suggest that you apply as soon as possible due to longer than usual processing times. Use our helpful Invitation Letter Generator to get started now.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Looking for more information on DDW? Here are some frequently asked questions we’ve heard from other international attendees:

When do registration and housing open?

Member registration and housing open Jan. 15, 2025. Nonmember registration and housing open Jan. 22, 2025.

How much does it cost to register?

There are various registration rates for the event, including member and nonmember rates as well as early bird pricing before Feb. 26, 2025. View the full list here.

Which airport(s) can I fly into?

The main gateway for travelers coming to San Diego, the San Diego International Airport (SAN) is conveniently located just minutes from downtown and is serviced by 17 major and commuter airlines, including nonstop flights from Mexico, Canada, Japan and the UK. Several modes of ground transportation are avilable to/from the airport.

For more information on travel requirements; visiting San Diego, CA.; and DDW, check out our International Attendees web page.

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