Forum Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Membership & Registration
International Attendee
Payment and Cancellation Policies
Day Rates & Guest Packages
Membership & Registration
How do I become a member of PDI-POA?
Interested individuals can become a member by completing the membership application form. After a brief review of the application and ensuring that membership fees have been paid in full, the individual will receive a welcome letter. Membership in PDI-POA has great member benefits including a $770 or more savings for Forum registration. Learn more about joining here.
When do I need to join PDI-POA to get the member pricing for the Forum?
To access the early registration pricing, new members must complete their application and pay their membership fees in full on or before 15 April 2024. This must be completed PRIOR to registering for the Forum.
To access the regular member registration rate, new members must complete their application and pay their membership fees in full on or before 15 May 2024. This must be completed PRIOR to registering for the Forum.
What is included in my registration?
Forum registration includes the opening reception, all plenary and breakout sessions, all networking lunches and breaks, as well as transportation to and from off-site session locations.
What is not included in my registration?
The following is not included in Forum registration: breakfasts, dinners, hotel reservations, the closing reception, and activities on your own.
Is attendance at the closing reception required?
The closing reception is an extra opportunity to continue networking and cultivating the relationships that had been built over the time of the Forum. This is not a required event as it is an additional cost.
International Attendee
I am an international attendee. Can PDI-POA help with my visa application?
Prospective attendees occasionally need a letter of invitation to include with their request to their government or organization. These requests can be submitted to [email protected]. Requests must be received by 15 May. Please allow 5 days for response to your request. Requests should include the name(s) of attendee(s), their role, organization, location.
Visa application processes and timelines are at the discretion of the respective Canadian consulates and embassies. We encourage international attendees to begin the visa application process as early as possible.
Providing a visa invitation letter does not obligate PDI-POA financially. All expenses related to attending the International Protocol Education Forum are the responsibility of the individual attendee.
Please note that your request for an invitation letter does not guarantee issuance of a visa. PDI-POA is not authorized to assist with the visa process beyond providing a letter of invitation.
If a visa is denied, PDI-POA will refund the paid registration according to our Forum Cancellation Policy.
Payment and Cancellation Policies
What forms of payment does PDI-POA accept?
PDI-POA accepts most major credit cards, check, and wire transfers. If you are in need of issuing a wire transfer, please contact [email protected].
When is payment due for my registration?
Early registration payment must be received on or before 30 April 2024. Regular registration payments must be received on or before 12 June 2024. Those paying by check or wire transfer must submit payment in time to be received and deposited by PDI-POA on or before the respective deadline in order for their registration to be confirmed. Beginning 1 June, the registration form will only accept credit card payments.
Registrations with outstanding balances as of 13 June will be canceled.
Is there opportunity for a payment plan?
Yes - please reach out to [email protected] to arrange for a payment plan no later than 15 May 2024. All payment plans must be paid in full by 12 June 2024.
I'm no longer able to attend the Forum. What is the cancellation policy?
The PDI-POA Forum cancellation policy and refund schedule can be found here.
Can I transfer my registration to someone else?
Yes - Registration fees may be transferred to another individual to attend the 2024 Forum; the invoice for the new registration will be revised to reflect the new registrant's membership status. Please contact [email protected] if you need to transfer your registration.
I need to cancel due to medical reasons. What is the refund policy?
The PDI-POA Forum cancellation policy and refund schedule can be found here.
Day Rates & Guest Packages
Are there daily rates available?
Due to space limitations and operational management of the Forum, PDI-POA is unable to offer daily rates for the 2024 Forum.
When will Guest package information be available?
Due to space limitations and scheduling, the registration priority is given to full registrants. In late April, the Forum planning committee will re-assess the opportunity to include guest packages to the 2024 Forum.
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