PARTICIPANTS GUIDE
VENUE
- The 48th ADFIAP Annual Meetings is scheduled to take place on April 23 to 25, 2025 at the Mandarin Oriental, Shatti Al Qurum, Muscat, Oman https://www.mandarinoriental.com/en/muscat/shatti-al-qurum
HOTEL INFORMATION
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Muscat (official hotel/venue)
- We are sorry to inform that the discount code at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel Muscat is no longer available, as it was offered for a limited and specific period. The hotel rates are now back to its published rate.
For inquiries, please contact the following:
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Khalid Al Balushi, Sales Manager
Telephone: +968 7222 7159
Email: kalbalushi@mohg.com -
Reem Al Wahshi - Sales Manager – Conferences & Events
Telephone: +968 72229039
Email: ralwahshi@mohg.com
- Follow this link to avail of discounted rate: https://www.mandarinoriental.com/en/. Select the "Group Code" option and enter the following numbers: 553245
Intercontinental Muscat Hotel Muscat (accredited hotel)
- Reservation Link: 48th ADFIAP Annual Meeting 2025 To reserve, include first and last name, check in/out time, arrival and departure dates, flight details if application and room category.
Rates:
- Single City View Room: OMR70,000 +22.85% taxes and service charge per room night
- Double City View Room: OMR70,000 +22.85% taxes and service charge per room night
Contact Person
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Mohammed Adnan, Sales Manager
Telephone: +968 246 80000
Mobile: +968 9137
Email: Mohammed.Adnan@ihg.com
There are several hotels close to the venue but not accredited by the organizer; thus, discounted rates are not offered. You may opt to book directly with the hotel of your preference or on any online platforms available.
ENTRY VISAS
In line with national efforts to promote and ease services for tourists visiting Oman, visitors from more than 100 countries and regions are exempt from entry visas for stays up to 14 days. To know the status of your country, see the “VISA/IMMIGRATION INFO” below.
If visa is needed, pls contact Alkhanjar Travel & Tourism c/o Mr. Ali Al Shamaki
<alkhanjaragency@gmail.com>Tel: +968 9906 1523, the travel agency in Oman accredited by the host bank to assist in handling the visa processing of the participants for the 48th ADFIAP Annual Meetings taking place from 23-25 of April 2025 at the Mandarin Oriental, Muscat, Sultanate of Oman in order to ensure a smooth and efficient experience for all attendees.
BADGES
Access to the event is by official badge only. Thus, online registration is required; click https://48agm.adfiap.org/registration/
The in-person registration desk will be opened on April 22nd Tuesday at the hotel lobby, from 09:00H-17:00H
DRESS CODES
The general dress code for the event is business. Alternatively, please take note of the following:
- April 22nd | Dinner Reception – Business Casual
- April 23rd | Welcome Dinner – Lounge Suit
- April 24th | Closing Dinner – National Costume
- Apr 25th | Fellowship/City Tour – Casual with comfortable footwear
AIRPORT TRANSFERS
The Development Bank offers complimentary shared airport transfers to all registered attendees. For those availing of the service, email Mr. Omar Al Mammari <omar.almaamari@mwasalat.om> Tel. +968 9532 8800 with cc to Ms.Katrin Manzanares < Oman.Sales@tav.aero>Tel. +968 9385 5132 and share your flight details to facilitate the transfers.
For urgent matters or clarification regarding booking transfers or services, feel free to contact the Logistic Sales Partner team at +968-9826-4399. This number is available 24/7 and can be reached via call or WhatsApp.
Attendees requiring independent transfers are recommended to arrange it on their own; or with the hotel; or use taxi service.
- April 22nd /Tuesday – Dinner Reception
- April 23rd / Wednesday – Lunch, Welcome Dinner, AM/PM Snacks
- April 24th /Thursday – Lunch, Closing Dinner, AM/PM Snacks.
- April 25th / Friday – Lunch
- Travel/Medical insurance is a must for all attendees; and this will be covered by them personally.
- Attendees must equip themselves with the necessary personal medical care for their own good and safety.
EXCHANGE GIFTS
Each attendee is requested to bring one (1) gift for the traditional Annual Meetings Exchange Gift activity to conclude the Gala Dinner and Awards Night. The gift must be inexpensive but valuable; a souvenir item from your country is recommended; corporate giveaway items are discouraged. Please write your name and institution as the giver.
TRAVEL ADVISE FOR VISITORS:
To make the most of your visit to the Sultanate, you need to understand the country’s culture, customs and laws.
Follow this link https://www.fm.gov.om/visitors/travel-advice-for-visitors/ for your guidance.
Visa/Immigration Info
| ADFIAP Member-Countries | Visa Issuance/Application | |
| 1 | BANGLADESH | request for visa from host bank in Oman |
| 2 | BELARUS | online |
| 3 | BHUTAN | request for visa from host bank in Oman |
| 4 | CAMBODIA | request for visa from host bank in Oman |
| 5 | CANADA | online |
| 6 | CHINA, People’s Republic of | online |
| 7 | COOK ISLANDS | request for visa from host bank in Oman |
| 8 | FIJI | request for visa from host bank in Oman |
| 9 | FRANCE | online |
| 10 | GERMANY | online |
| 11 | GUAM | request for visa from host bank in Oman |
| 12 | INDIA | online |
| 13 | INDONESIA | online |
| 14 | IRAN | online |
| 15 | JAPAN | online |
| 16 | KAZAKHSTAN | request for visa from host bank in Oman |
| 17 | KIRIBATI | request for visa from host bank in Oman |
| 18 | MALAYSIA | online |
| 19 | MARIANAS ISLANDS/Saipan | request for visa from host bank in Oman |
| 20 | MARSHALL ISLANDS | request for visa from host bank in Oman |
| 21 | MICRONESIA Federated States of | request for visa from host bank in Oman |
| 22 | MONGOLIA | request for visa from host bank in Oman |
| 23 | NEPAL | request for visa from host bank in Oman |
| 24 | OMAN Sultanate of | non |
| 25 | PALAU | request for visa from host bank in Oman |
| 26 | PAPUA NEW GUINEA | request for visa from host bank in Oman |
| 27 | PHILIPPINES | request for visa from host bank in Oman |
| 28 | RUSSIAN FEDERATION | online |
| 29 | SAMOA | request for visa from host bank in Oman |
| 30 | SAUDI ARABIA | non |
| 31 | SOLOMON ISLANDS | request for visa from host bank in Oman |
| 32 | SRI LANKA | request for visa from host bank in Oman |
| 33 | TONGA | request for visa from host bank in Oman |
| 34 | TURKEY (Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus) | request for visa from host bank in Oman |
| 35 | TUVALU | request for visa from host bank in Oman |
| 36 | VANUATU | request for visa from host bank in Oman |
| 37 | VIETNAM | request for visa from host bank in Oman |