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ICML 2026 Visa Information

 

ICML 2026 will be held in Seoul, South Korea at the COEX Convention & Exhibition Center from July 6th to 11th, 2026.

Only request your visa letter from this site, We do not work with any booking agencies

 

Find out if you need a visa to travel to South Korea.

If you do need a visa to enter South Korea follow the steps below, Please read this page carefully 

  1. Purchase a in-person registration
  2. Generate your visa Invitation letter
  3. Submit your Visa Application. See the details below.
  4. Optional, but recomended: Return to the visa invitation letter page and enter your visa application number, legal name, the country that issued your passport,

 

Workshop Authors

  • If you will be submitting a Workshop paper and will need a visa to attend ICML in person then we strongly recommend that you 1) register and 2) generate your visa letter 3) apply for your visa as soon as you can. If you apply for your visa by April 17th we offer an extended cancelation deadline, see our cancelation policy 
  • If you wait until you receive confirmation that your workshop paper has been accepted before you apply for a visa then it may be to get your visa decision before the conference.

 

Visa Application

  • To submit your visa visit 
  • Make sure you complete all parts of your application. A common reason for visa denial in previous years has been the submission of an incomplete application.

 

Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

Can I cancel my registration if my visa is denied?

Yes; see the details in our cancellation policy.

Who should I list as the Point of Contact on the visa application?

Use the contact information for the Internationall Conference on Machine Learning given in the ICML visa invitation letter.

What should I put as the Purpose of my visit

Select: Other

When & where should I apply for my visa?

If you require a visa to travel to South Korea, we recommend starting the application process as soon as you know that you will attend ICML, as the wait time for the mandatory in-person visa appointment can be highly variable.

What should I bring to my visa interview?

Beyond required documents, you may be able to provide supplemental supporting documents online and/or in a visa interview, subject to the procedure of the specific embassy or consulate. Supplemental supporting documents should aid in establishing your residence and ties abroad and thus your ability and intent to leave Canada after the visit. Examples of such supporting documents include:

  • Invitation letter: The invitation letter issued to you by ICML, with details of your contributions to ICML.
  • Travel plan: Complete itinerary of your intended travel, including booking confirmation of a return flight and of accommodation during your stay.
  • Financial support: Evidence of ability to pay for the trip or confirmation of funding provided for flights, accommodation, food, and incidental costs.
  • Continuing status: Official documentation to prove you are a student, post-doc, or employee and that you will return to your country/region of residence for continuing studies or employment; evidence of familial ties in your country/region of residence.

If I receive a visa am I guaranteed to be able to enter South Korea to attend ICML?

Unfortunately, it is possible that the immigration officer that processes your entry into South Korea (usually, at the airport after landing in South Korea) may require you to undergo a secondary interview to make an immigration determination. Please travel prepared for this possibility, and carry on your person the same evidence you presented at your visa appointment, including a printed copy of your ICML invitation letter.

 

Questions or concerns?

Direct questions to the ICML 2026 Visa Support via the ICML Contact page.