International Tourism Investment Forum 2027 closes registrations
New registrations for the International Tourism Investment Forum (ITIF) 2027 are now closed, with the final registration deadline set for 12 January 2027. The change applies to all prospective participants seeking to attend the face‑to‑face public event hosted by Bahrain.
In this story
At a glance
- What changes
- New registrations are no longer accepted for ITIF 2027
- Timing
- Effective immediately, with the final deadline on 12 January 2027
- Who is affected
- Anyone wishing to register for the 2027 Forum
The details
- Announced by
- UN Tourism
- Previous rule
- Registrations were open to the public until the end date of 12 January 2027.
- New rule
- The system now shows "Accept new registrations Off" and does not allow duplicate registrants.
Announcement and Scope
UN Tourism released a notice on 14 October 2026 stating that the International Tourism Investment Forum 2027 will no longer accept new registrations. The event is scheduled as a face‑to‑face public gathering hosted by Bahrain and will bring together ministers, investors, financial institutions and private‑sector leaders.
Specific Registration Changes
The registration portal now displays the status "Accept new registrations Off". In addition, the system will not permit duplicate registrants, indicated by the setting "Allow duplicate registrants 0". These settings replace the previous open‑registration period that ran until the listed end date.
- New registrants cannot submit an application after the change.
- Existing registrations remain valid until the event.
Timeline and Deadline
Although the closure is effective immediately, the official end date for the registration window remains 12 January 2027. This date marks the final point at which any pending applications will be processed.
All other aspects of the Forum, including its agenda, venue and attendance type, stay unchanged.
- No further extensions to the registration period are announced.
- The event will continue as a face‑to‑face public session.
What this means for travellers
Trip planning
- Prospective attendees must confirm their registration status before the closure takes effect.
- Those who have already secured a spot can still attend the Forum as planned.
Cost and documents
- No new fees are introduced by the registration closure.
- Existing registration documents remain valid; no additional paperwork is required.
What you need to do
- Check the registration portal to verify whether a registration has been accepted before the closure.
- If registration was not completed, consider alternative tourism investment events.
Who this affects
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Prospective ITIF 2027 participants
The registration portal now blocks new applications for the Forum.
What to do Must verify existing registration status; new applications are not possible.
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Already registered attendees
Their registrations were submitted before the closure.
What to do No further action required; attendance proceeds as scheduled.
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Duplicate registrants
The system now disallows duplicate entries.
What to do Only one registration per individual will be accepted.
Frequently asked questions
Can I still register for the International Tourism Investment Forum 2027?
No, new registrations are currently closed. The portal shows "Accept new registrations Off" and will not accept additional applications.
What is the final deadline for registration submissions?
The official end date for the registration window is 12 January 2027, but no new applications are being accepted after the closure.
Will my existing registration be affected by the closure?
Existing registrations submitted before the closure remain valid and will be honored for attendance at the Forum.
Are duplicate registrations allowed for the Forum?
No, the system now prohibits duplicate registrants, indicated by the setting "Allow duplicate registrants 0".
Where can I find more information about the Forum's agenda and venue?
Details about the agenda, venue and other event information are available on the UN Tourism website and the Forum’s official page.
