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What do I need to access the venue for the event?

All attendees will need an active Digital Access Pass to enter the venue. Please see the Digital Access Pass section below for more details. 

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Can I use the Digital Access Pass during build-up and dismantling periods?

Yes – the Digital Access Pass can be used from the commencement of the build period (12 February) onwards if your pass type has Extended Hours. This is shown with a star symbol

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What is extended hours access?

Passes with Extended Hours access allow exhibitors, partners and other groups, access to the venue outside of event hours and during the build and dismantle periods. Full details on Extended Hours dates and times are available in the Online Event Manual. 

If your Digital Access Pass has Extended Hours access, you will see a white star symbol underneath the QR code on your pass.

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Which passes have extended hours access?

The following pass types have Extended Hours access: 

  • MWC Exhibitor / Partner Staff
  • 4YFN Exhibitor / Partner Staff
  • Leaders Conference (Exhibitor / Partner accounts only)
  • VIP (Exhibitor / Partner accounts only)
  • Speaker
  • Official Contractor 

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Do exhibitors have access during build-up and dismantling?

Exhibitor / Partner Staff passes have Extended Hours access and can be used from the start of the build period through the end of the dismantle period - 12 February to 10 March 2026

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How do I get access to the venue for build-up if I don't have a Digital Access Pass?

All persons who need access during the build-up and dismantling period will need to apply through the Contractor Accreditation System. Service providers (contractors) will be given an account via their exhibiting company to register their staff. 

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What entrance do I use with a 4YFN pass?

4YFN pass holders must enter through the dedicated 4YFN Entrance (North) located next to Hall 8. Access via the main MWC Entrance (South) is for MWC pass holders only.

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Attending 4YFN during the event

4YFN Entrance: Fira Gran Via, Hall 8 (North)
C/ Foc 37, 
08038  Barcelona 

4YFN Exhibition Areas

Halls 8.0, 8.1 

Note: the below opening hours also apply to meeting rooms located inside these halls

Opening Hours

Date Exhibitors (Pass with Extended Hours Access) Visitors
Saturday 28 February 08:00 – 21:00
Access for build up		 N/A
Sunday 1 March 08:00 – 21:00
Access for build up		 N/A
Monday 2 March 07:00 – 20:00 08:30 – 19:00
Tuesday 3 March 07:00 – 20:00 08:30 – 19:00
Wednesday 4 March 07:00 – 20:00 08:30 – 19:00
Thursday 5 March 07:00 – 16:00
16:00 – 22:00 Access for dismantling		 08:30 – 16:00

Other 4YFN Areas

These opening times apply to the following areas:

  • 4YFN VIP Lounge (accessible to 4YFN VIP pass holders only)
  • Networking Hub
  • Outdoor Area
  • CC8 Meeting rooms

Opening Hours Table

Date Exhibitors & Visitor Pass Holders
Monday 2 March 08:00 – 19:00
Tuesday 3 March 08:00 – 19:00
Wednesday 4 March 08:00 – 19:00
Thursday 5 March 08:00 – 16:00

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