General event enquiries

Yes. World Health Expo (WHX) in Dubai is the evolution of Arab Health, which ran for over 50 years as the largest healthcare exhibition in the Middle East and Africa. 

The same community, industry relationships and focus on healthcare excellence continue. WHX brings together healthcare professionals, manufacturers, distributors, investors and policymakers, with an expanded exhibition and conference programme across two venues.

Yes. WHX 2027 is confirmed and will take place from 25 to 28 January 2027 at Dubai Exhibition Centre, Expo City and Dubai World Trade Centre. 

Should anything about the show change, you will hear it from us first, on the official WHX website and through official email communications.

The name World Health Expo reflects the event's wider global scope and ambition to connect the international healthcare community through trade, innovation, learning and collaboration.

WHX Tech and WHX Leaders run alongside the exhibition as part of World Healthcare Week.

The healthcare community, established relationships and focus on healthcare excellence remain at the heart of the event. 

For 2027, WHX spans two venues, with a dedicated Labs zone at Dubai World Trade Centre. WHX Labs is now integrated into World Health Expo, so no separate Labs registration or ticket is needed. WHX Tech and WHX Leaders bring additional technology and leadership perspectives to World Healthcare Week.

World Health Expo spans Dubai Exhibition Centre, Expo City and Dubai World Trade Centre to accommodate a larger exhibition and programme.

Every WHX ticket includes exhibition access at both venues, with no separate venue registration or additional venue admission charge. A complimentary shuttle connects the venues throughout the show.

 Your ticket type determines access to stages, conferences, and other additional experiences.

You can compare exhibition access, stages, conferences and other benefits on the choose your ticket page. 

Every WHX ticket includes exhibition access at both venues. Additional access depends on your ticket type. 

If you need help choosing a ticket or checking your access, email support.whxdubai@informa.com.

Visit the official WHX Dubai website for event announcements and the Travel and venue page for information about getting to the show. 

We also share updates through official email communications. Before travelling, check directly with your airline for the latest flight information and with the relevant UAE authorities for entry requirements.

Exhibition opening times at both venues are: - 

• Monday 25 January: 11:00 to 18:00
• Tuesday 26 January: 10:00 to 18:00 
• Wednesday 27 January: 10:00 to 18:00
• Thursday 28 January: 10:00 to 17:00

Advantage and Platinum Ticket holders can enter one hour earlier each day, from 10:00 on Monday and 09:00 on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. 

Conference sessions may follow their own schedules. Final opening times will be confirmed on the WHX website closer to the event.

You can register online at any time at https://www.worldhealthexpo.com/events/healthcare/dubai/choose-your-ticket/. 

Onsite registration is also available at both venues during the event, but online prices are lower, so we encourage you to register in advance.

Every WHX ticket includes exhibition access at both venues across all four days

• Standard Ticket includes exhibition access across both venues and all exhibition zones, plus basic WHX Events App features. 
• Advantage Ticket includes all Standard Ticket benefits, plus WHX Tech, Healthspan at Dubai World Trade Centre, one hour of early entry each day through the fast track lane, premium networking tools and an exclusive industry report.
• Platinum Ticket, four days includes all Advantage Ticket benefits, plus access to all stages across both venues, including the CME accredited conferences, the Platinum Lounge and full app access. 
• Platinum Ticket, one day includes full Platinum access on your chosen day, plus Advantage level access across all four days, including early entry each day. Platinum only benefits, including CME accredited conferences and the Platinum Lounge, apply on your chosen day. 

Visit the choose your ticket page for current prices and the full ticket comparison.

Yes, provided you use the attendee's own unique email address. It is best for each person to register themselves, because the form asks for details specific to them, such as job role and interests.

Your badge is digital only and is available only in the WHX Events App. 

Download the app from the App Store or Google Play and sign in with the email address you registered with. The badge becomes available closer to the event, and we will email you when it is ready. 

Once you have registered and received your confirmation email from badges.whxdubai@informa.com, click "Generate your letter" in that email. The Visa support letter is issued automatically. 

It supports your visa application only and does not guarantee approval, which rests with the UAE immigration authorities. For further visa help, our partner Al Rais can assist at uaevisa@alrais.com. A service fee applies.

Dubai Exhibition Centre, Expo City is served by the Dubai Metro Red Line at Expo 2020 Station, followed by a short, signposted walk. 

Dubai World Trade Centre is served by the Red Line at World Trade Centre Station, which connects directly to the venue. 

A complimentary shuttle runs between the venues on every show day. Paid parking is available at both venues.

For registration, ticket, digital badge and general enquiries, email support.whxdubai@informa.com.For conference, congress and CME enquiries, email congress.whx@informa.com or submit a conference enquiry.