Questions & Answers
for visitors of the IAW trade fair
Everything you need to know about your IAW ticket
Is it possible to visit the IAW as a private person?

Unfortunately, private (non-trade) visitors will not be admitted as the IAW is dedicated exclusively to professional (commercial) visitors. These visitors must also hold a trading license or similar accreditation.

How can I register several visitors and order additional admission tickets?

Each individual person requires a new separate registration. In each case a personal e-mail address and personal password must be used for this purpose. If all the persons registered are employed by the same company, the company data entered can be the same.

I am already registered and have an admission ticket but would like to bring someone with me. How can I obtain an admission ticket for the person accompanying me?

An accompanying person requires a new separate registration. In each case a personal e-mail address and personal password must be used for the purpose. If the accompanying person is an employee or otherwise engaged by the same company, the company data entered can be the same.

Can I register several persons using one e-mail address?

Every individual must be registered using his/her own e-mail address. Using an e-mail address several times for this purpose is not permitted.

How many admission tickets may I order for a company?

There is no limit on the number of tickets a company can order. Tickets for any number of employees may be ordered. Every employee who wishes to visit the IAW must be in possession of his/her own personalized admission ticket.

How do I redeem one or more online vouchers?

Visit the website www.iaw-messe.de/voucher and enter your code in the field “voucher code” and click on “redeem voucher”. You then complete a new registration. A voucher can be used for only one person and one admission ticket.

If you are already registered as a visitor, please go to the website www.iaw-messe.de/ticketorder and log in under “Visitor log-in” using your e-mail address and password. Then you can download your free admission ticket. A new registration is not required.

Alternatively, you can also present the voucher at the on-site cash desk. After you have filled out a visitor registration form, you will receive a free admission ticket.

Do I log in as a visitor or make a new registration?

If you are already registered, please log in under “Visitor log-in” entering your e-mail address and password. You can then access your free admission ticket and/or change your personal data.
If you would like to visit the IAW for the first time and have not yet registered, please begin a new registration process.

What should I do if I have forgotten my log-in details?

Visit the website www.iaw-messe.de/passwort-vergessen.aspx. Enter the e-mail address you gave when registering in the “e-mail” field and click on “reset password”. A new password will then be sent to your e-mail address.
Please contact us if the e-mail address you registered with is no longer known.
+49 (0) 441 / 9 20 70 777
info@iaw-messe.de

What you should know about your time at the IAW
Important for your visit: Accessing the trade fair grounds will require CH3CK for CoVID 19
What documentation should I have with me when I visit the trade fair?

You will need your personalized admission ticket and a copy of a valid trading licence or similar accreditation as a commercial visitor, as well as a valid ID. Visitor credentials will be checked at the venue. 

Are children/juveniles permitted at the trade fair and would they need an admission ticket?

Children/juveniles up to the age of 15 may visit the trade fair if accompanied by a parent and do not require an admission ticket. Juveniles aged 16 years and older need their own admission ticket, as well as a copy of the trading licence of the employer.

Is the IAW admission ticket also valid on public transport in Cologne?

The IAW admission ticket is valid only for admission to the trade fair.
Travel and accommodation

Is it permitted to take dogs onto the exhibition site or into the halls?

Dogs are not allowed on the exhibition site or in the halls allocated to the IAW.

Is it permitted to take cases, trolleys, backpacks, bags, etc. onto the exhibition site or into the halls?

Holders of a visitor ticket admitted as visitors are not allowed to take cases, trolleys, backpacks, etc. onto the exhibition site or into the halls. They must be handed over at the cloakroom. Large, empty bags are not exempted – they must also be handed over at the cloakroom. Briefcases, hand bags and pilot cases no bigger than approx. 55x40x20 cm are permitted.

What documentation should I have with me when I visit the trade fair?

You will need your personalized admission ticket and a copy of a valid trading licence or similar accreditation as a commercial visitor, as well as a valid ID. Visitor credentials will be checked at the venue. Visitors who have not registered in advance online and purchase an admission ticket at the cash desk must present a copy of a valid trading licence or similar evidence of their commercial status.

Are children/juveniles permitted at the trade fair and would they need an admission ticket?

Children/juveniles up to the age of 15 may visit the trade fair if accompanied by a parent and do not require an admission ticket. Juveniles aged 16 years and older need their own admission ticket, as well as a copy of the trading licence of the employer.

Is the IAW admission ticket also valid on public transport in Cologne?

The IAW admission ticket is valid only for admission to the trade fair.
Travel and accommodation

Is it permitted to take dogs onto the exhibition site or into the halls?

Dogs are not allowed on the exhibition site or in the halls allocated to the IAW.

Is it permitted to take cases, trolleys, backpacks, bags, etc. onto the exhibition site or into the halls?

Holders of a visitor ticket admitted as visitors are not allowed to take cases, trolleys, backpacks, etc. onto the exhibition site or into the halls. They must be handed over at the cloakroom. Large, empty bags are not exempted – they must also be handed over at the cloakroom. Briefcases, hand bags and pilot cases no bigger than approx. 55x40x20 cm are permitted.

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