Getting a Visa
Visa applicants outside of Australia will need to provide biometrics when they apply for a visa that is part of the Australian biometrics program, or where they are from a country, or located in a country at time of application that is part of the Australian biometrics program.Introducing our Host City Brisbane
The capital city of Queensland, Brisbane is surrounded by pristine coastlines, tropical rainforests, native animal parks and white sand islands. Brisbane is a wonderful city for delegates to explore.
Explore While You Unwind
From adventure experiences to interactions with wildlife, Australia is home to a wide variety of opportunities to relax, explore and unwind. Attending IPPA World Congress 2025 offers the perfect platform for exploring this vast country, from organised tours of nearby green spaces, to opportunities to come face-to-face with iconic flora and fauna at nearby attractions like Australia Zoo, Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary and Dreamworld.
Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre
IPPA World Congress 2025 will be held at the award-winning venue Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre, located in the heart of Brisbane’s picturesque riverside cultural and lifestyle precinct, South Bank.
With cafes, restaurants and stylish shops, the venue is nestled amid an inner-city oasis with green spaces, riverfront parkland and rainforest pockets as well as a unique manmade sand and swimming beach.
Important Information for International Visitors
Vaccinations are not required unless you have come from a yellow fever- infected country zone within six days prior to your arrival. You do not need any other health certificate to enter Australia. Australia has a high standard of hygiene and doctors and dentists are highly trained and hospitals are well equipped. In the event of illness, hotel staff can arrange a doctor for you.
Invitation letters will be provided to persons who have registered and paid the complete registration fee. The letter will provide proof of registration and proof of payment. Official acceptance and invitation letters may be obtained by contacting Event Management.
Invitation letters can only be requested once payment of registration has been received. Please note that applying for your visa you should include a copy of your registration confirmation.
It is strongly recommended that delegates take out adequate travel and health insurance prior to commencement of travel. Further information can be obtained from your travel agent
Australia has health and character requirements which you will have to meet as part of the visa application process.
For more information on health requirements, go to: Health (homeaffairs.gov.au)
For more information on character requirements, go to: Character requirements for visas (homeaffairs.gov.au)
Australia applies a tax to the purchase of both goods and services called the Goods and Services Tax (GST). The rate of tax that applies to taxable products and services is 10%. Tax is already included in the advertised prices. Non-Australian delegates may be eligible for a refund of GST via the Tourist Refund Scheme.
Australia is free from many plant and animal diseases prevalent in other countries. Very strict quarantine rules apply to the importation of animals and plant products and many cannot be brought into the country without prior application. To have a smooth transition through quarantine and to enjoy your visit in Australia, it is important that you understand Australia’s quarantine regulations. Visit australia.gov.au/information-and-services/passports-and-travel/customs-and-quarantine for more information.
Tipping is not as widespread or regulated in Australia as it is in other parts of the world. Tipping is your prerogative, a reward for service. It is customary to tip hotel porters, and a gratuity of about 10% is usual in restaurants if good service is received. No service charge is added to hotel or restaurant bill.
Please ensure that along with your passport and visa, you also pack your registration confirmation letter within your carry-on luggage. You may be asked to produce this when going through customs at your arrival airport. In addition to this, please be sure to fill out your Incoming Passenger Card with all details and answer each question honestly.