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Attending, registering, travelling to Dubai, the programme, exhibiting and the Awards.
Everything you need to know
Attending, registering, travelling to Dubai, the programme, exhibiting and the Awards.
The World Police Summit is one of the leading global forums for law enforcement, hosted by Dubai Police and held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. The 2026 edition is the fifth, bringing together agencies from more than 110 countries.
16–18 November 2026 at the Dubai World Trade Centre, 9:00–17:00 daily.
Connected for Impact: Uniting Global Policing to Safeguard Future Generations.
Chiefs of Police and senior officers, government and public safety officials, investigators and specialist units, academics and researchers, and technology providers serving law enforcement.
Four pillars: the Exhibition, the Thematic Theatres (14 tracks), Roundtables & Workshops, and the Awards.
There are five pass types, with an early bird rate until 15 November 2026 and an onsite rate during the Summit. Visitor entry to the exhibition floor is free.
Rates are exclusive of VAT and are listed in full on the registration page, which is always the current source.
Yes. Organisations registering several delegates can request a group rate — email info@worldpolicesummit.com with the number of passes and pass type.
Refunds are processed within 60 days of the Summit, by bank transfer.
Online by Visa or Mastercard, with an automatic invoice by email. On-site registration accepts card or cash; accepted currencies are shown on the registration platform.
Visa requirements depend on your nationality; many are eligible for visa on arrival in the UAE. Registered delegates can request an official invitation letter to support a visa application.
Request one from info@worldpolicesummit.com after registering, allowing enough time before travel. Our cancellation policy protects delegates whose requested visa support is not provided in time.
Registered delegates can access WPS partner hotel rates. Dubai World Trade Centre is served by hotels within walking distance and across the Trade Centre district.
Dubai World Trade Centre is about 15 minutes from Dubai International Airport (DXB) and has its own metro station on the Red Line. Taxis and ride-hailing serve the venue directly.
Business attire. Serving officers are welcome to attend in uniform, and many delegations do, particularly for the opening and awards ceremonies.
Yes — registered delegates can access WPS partner airline discounts. Details are shared on confirmation of registration.
The 2026 programme runs 14 thematic tracks, from AI-driven policing and crypto financial crime to road safety, satellite intelligence and fire investigation.
The three-day agenda is published in the programme section, with session-level detail added closer to the Summit.
Selected sessions are recorded and published afterwards through the Knowledge Hub. Closed-door formats such as Policing 5.0 are not recorded.
Speaker submissions are reviewed by the Speakers & Agenda Committee against standards set by the Board of Trustees. Contact the team for the current submission window.
Exhibitors reach 53,000+ attendees including 85+ Chiefs of Police and 922 global leaders from 110+ countries — a direct channel to the agencies setting procurement agendas.
Surveillance and physical security, AI and data, drones and unmanned systems, forensics, vehicles and mobility, cyber security, and training and simulation.
Email Exhibitions@worldpolicesummit.com or submit an enquiry through the exhibitor form.
Sponsorship runs from Featured to Platinum, with speaking platforms and brand visibility across the Summit. Contact the team to discuss packages.
Twelve categories recognising officers, teams and innovations advancing public safety — from Excellence in Criminal Investigation to Best AI Implementation in Policing.
Nominations close 25 September 2026 at 12:00. The shortlist is announced 2 November, finalists on 9 November, and the ceremony is held on 18 November.
Our team routes enquiries to the right desk — exhibitions, conference or general.
Your AI guide to the Summit — agendas, tracks, the floor and more.
Exhibition space
Tell us what you need — the exhibitions team will come back with stand options for the 2026 floor.
Prefer email? Exhibitions@worldpolicesummit.com
The exhibitions team will reach out.