General Information

Travel

Entry into Australia

Unless you are an Australian or New Zealand citizen, you will need a visa to enter Australia. All other passport holders must apply for a visa before leaving the origin of their country. Visit immi.homeaffairs.gov.au for more information.

Booking your travel to Adelaide

Adelaide Airport is serviced by several international airlines. Find out more.

On your arrival at Adelaide Airport

Please note that all food, plant and animal related material (such as feathers, skins or bone) must be declared on arrival and will be checked by officials. If in doubt, declare it. The process is usually very efficient, but failure to declare prohibited goods leads to severe penalties.

Transport from Adelaide Airport

Adelaide Airport is located approximately 15 minutes’ drive (6 km) from Adelaide’s city centre. Airport transfers are readily available, including taxis, rideshare services, shuttle operators, and public bus services connecting the airport to the CBD and surrounding suburbs. If you require assistance on arrival, visitor information and airport staff are available throughout the terminal to help with transport and travel enquiries.

Accommodation

If you need to change your reservation, please advise The Conference Company rather than the hotel direct: email blood@theconferencecompany.com.

Visitor Information Centres

Visitor information centres are staffed by friendly and professional people with extensive local knowledge, find out more.

Conference Information

Disclosure of information

If you do not wish your details to be provided to sponsors or other delegates, please select the appropriate option on the registration form.

Dress

Dress for all scientific sessions and social functions is business casual. 

Name Badges

Name badges will be given to all delegates on registration, we ask that you wear your badge at all times, including social functions. 

Special Requirements

Every effort will be made to ensure delegates with special needs are catered for. Should you require any specific assistance or catering please give details on your registration form.

Childcare

Blood 2027 is an adult-focused event. While children are welcome in public areas of the conference center, they are not permitted within the exhibition space. For those attending with children, the safety and supervision of minors remain the sole responsibility of the accompanying adult, and Blood accepts no liability in this regard. Attendees will have an opportunity during registration to indicate if they require assistance with childcare, and we will provide further information.