Visa Information

FIRA RoboWorld Cup & Summit 2026 | 17th – 21st July, 2026 | Markham, Ontario, Canada

Important Dates

FIRA World Summit 2026: July 17-21, 2026

Paper Submission Deadline: May 29, 2026 • Notification to Authors: July 15, 2026

Venue Information

The Markham Pan Am Centre / York University Markham Campus

The Markham Pan Am Centre / York University Markham Campus, 16 Main St Unionville, Markham, ON L3R 0W7, Canada

A multi-purpose community and aquatics centre in downtown Markham, this world-class facility hosted badminton, table tennis, and water polo events for the 2015 Pan American Games.

Visa Requirements

Valid Passport

Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended stay (July 17-21, 2026)

Letter of Invitation

Official invitation from FIRA Summit 2026 organizers

Proof of Funds

Bank statements showing sufficient funds for your stay in Canada

Travel Itinerary

Round-trip flight bookings and accommodation details in Markham

Application Timeline

Step 1

Register for Conference

Complete your registration and receive confirmation

Step 2

Request Invitation Letter

Email hqoffice.fira@gmail.com with your registration details

Step 3

Prepare Documents

Gather all required documents for your application

Step 4

Submit Application

Apply at the nearest Canadian visa office or online

Important Information

Key considerations for your Canadian visa application

Apply at least 3-4 months before your travel date (by March/April 2026)

Processing times vary by country (typically 2-4 weeks, up to 60 days)

Biometrics are required for most applicants from Asia, Africa, and South America

Keep copies of all submitted documents for your records

Canada receives high volumes of visa applications. We strongly recommend applying by March/April 2026 to ensure processing by July.

Invitation Letter

Registered participants (authors, speakers, and attendees) can request an official invitation letter to support their visa application. Please ensure you have completed your registration before requesting.

Send requests to: hqoffice.fira@gmail.com

Include your full name, registration number, and paper ID (if applicable)

Emergency contact: +82-10-5208-4354 (Christine Kim, FIRA HQ Executive Secretary)