All technical guidelines of Leipziger Messe can be downloaded here.

Technical Guidelines (PDF, 1 MB)

Our Event Technology (VT) department can assist you with any technical and safety-related questions. Our colleagues advise exhibitors and stand builders before, during and after the fair.

The grounds of the Leipziger Messe are equipped with a modern information and communication infrastructure. Among other services, we offer wired internet connections in the exhibition halls – with high bandwidth and availability. You can book this service conveniently using our online ordering system .

Note: Follow the guide (PDF, 222 kB) below to connect your own Wi-Fi router to your wired Internet connection. This guide will teach you some basic rules for low-interference operation.

Alternatively, Leipziger Messe will provide you with internet via wireless access point for stand coverage. You can get personal advice on this by calling +49 341 678-9905, and order this service conveniently through our online ordering system .

The Hotel Service of Leipziger Messe would love to help you find and book a suitable hotel for your stay in Leipzig. Our Hotel Portal is a quick and convenient way to book your hotel online. As soon as the hotel offer for your event is available it will be listed in the portal. Then you can select your event and book your hotel:

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DHL Global Event Logistics GmbH is the exclusive logistics partner of Leipziger Messe GmbH. The company has sole forwarding rights on the grounds of the Leipziger Messe.

DHL Global Event Logistics services in detail:

• Transport of exhibits and stand installations to and from the stand
• Empty and full load handling, including provision of technical auxiliary equipment for unloading and loading
• Assembly or deconstruction
• Transport etc.
• Customs clearance for temporary and permanent imports

Note: Information on the available forwarding services can be found in order form G1 (PDF, 38 kB) (forwarding services) in our order form. Please use the online ordering system to book these services.

The official Leipziger Messe tariff applies to all forwarding services. You can request an overview of the costs from our logistics partner DHL Global Event Logistics.

Tip: You can also instruct DHL Global Event Logistics to transport your trade fair and stand construction materials to and from Leipzig.

DHL Global Event Logistics will be happy to deal with any questions you may have about the services on offer.

DHL Global Event Logistics GmbH is the exclusive logistics partner of Leipziger Messe GmbH. The company has sole forwarding rights on the grounds of the Leipziger Messe. Do not hesitate to contact our partner if you need forwarding services.

EU citizens do not require a visa to enter Germany.

All nationals who do require a visa can find the relevant information here:

• List of countries requiring a visa:
  Overview of visa requirements
• Learn more:
  General information on visa regulations

Important: Please schedule an appointment with the relevant visa office as early as possible to ensure you can submit your visa application well in time before the trade show.

• In general, applications must be submitted in person to the German embassy or consulate responsible for your country of residence.
• Information on the required documents is available on the website of the respective German mission abroad

You will typically need the following documents:

• Completed visa application form
• Valid passport
• Confirmed travel bookings (e.g. flight, train, hotel)
• Proof of health insurance
• For exhibitors: additionally, exhibitor pass or stand invoice
• For visitors: a trade fair ticket

According to a directive issued by the German Federal Foreign Office (July 2013), an invitation letter from the trade fair organizer is generally no longer required for trade fair visa applications.

In addition, exhibitors are exempt from the visa fee.

Please refer to this regulation when submitting your visa application.

If an invitation letter is still required, please complete the following form:

Invitation letter for visa application

Important Notes about the Invitation Letter

• Invitation letters can be requested no earlier than four months before the event starts.
• Invitation letters will only be issued to congress delegates, exhibitors and trade visitors of the particular trade show or congress who can prove their professional connection to the industry.
• All data are processed exactly as entered in the online form. Corrections are not possible. If any information is incorrect, you must submit the form again.
• The invitation letter is sent by email only as a PDF document. We do not send visa invitation letters by fax – neither to you nor to embassies.
• Processing may take up to four working days and cannot be expedited.
• Please check your spam folder before contacting us about a missing invitation.
• Purchasing a trade show ticket does not automatically entitle you to receive an invitation letter.

If you come from the following countries, please contact the foreign representative of Leipziger Messe in your country of origin. The respective representatives will assist you with the visa application - including, for example, the letter of invitation.

If you have any questions about your visa application, please contact the Leipziger Messe representative office in your country:
Overview of international representatives

Or get in touch directly with our Visa Service:
visa@leipziger-messe.de

During the trade fair, our partner will be happy to help if you have any questions regarding customs clearance or need any help in this regard:

You want something that goes beyond a standard trade fair experience? No problem! Experience Leipzig with our partners and offer your trade fair guests an unforgettable social programme.

Our partner Visita Leipzig OHG arranges personalised tourist programmes in Leipzig and Central Germany.

You can book excursions to attractions and city tours through our partner Leipzig Erleben GmbH.

You can find daily evening highlights in the trade fair city of Leipzig at www.leipzig-im.de.