Your last-minute fair entry questions answered

You’ve prepared your trade fair checklist, considered exactly what suppliers you want to visit, and put on your comfy shoes ready to walk the halls. But is there anything you could have forgotten?

Here's some of the essential information that you will need to know before you come along to the Fair. Remember that it's a trade only event, so members of the public cannot gain entry.

OPENING HOURS:

Sunday: 9.30am-6pm

Monday: 9.30am-6pm

Tuesday: 9.30am-5pm

The registration area is open from 8.30am each day and the Perk coffee station will be open to buy a cup of coffee, so avoid the stress and arrive early.

All visitors must carry photo identification with them at all times. Overseas visitors must carry their passport.

Ladies… check your handbag before you travel to the fair! To avoid complications, ensure your photo identification is in the bag or wallet you are taking to the fair.

YOUR FAIR REGISTRATION AT A GLANCE

I have a buyer ID card Great! You are all set to enter the fair as soon as you arrive. Don’t worry if there is an expiry date on the card – all expiry dates have been lifted and cards are still valid for entry to the fair.

I have lost my buyer ID card That’s OK. You need to bring photo identification and attend the photo booth to have a new card issued. Please note, a fee of $50 applies for replacement of lost cards.

I have registered and received an email confirmation Great! You are ready to attend the fair. Your confirmation email will have all the information you need.

I have sent in my registration forms but haven’t heard back The first step is to check your email spam filter/junk mail folders for our confirmation email.

If you haven’t received an email from the Registration Department please do not assume you are registered to attend. To avoid complications and delays at the fair, if you are unsure about your registration status please bring photocopies of your business documentation with you to the fair. Correct business documentation requirements can be confirmed by clicking here.

*If you have to attend the photo booth for a Buyer ID Card, or see the staff at the Registration Desk to finalise your entry to the fair, please be sure to allow yourself plenty of time.

I want to come to the fair but haven’t registered yet You can register onsite from 8.30am. Here’s how:

Click to download a registration form and complete the details. Bring the registration form with you when you attend the fair. Also:

• Bring your photo identification (current Australian drivers licence or passport)

• Please ensure you bring all supporting business documentation as detailed on the registration form. Legible photocopies are fine.

Visit the website International Jewellery Fair for last-minute updates and to plan your visit to the fair.

Posted August 26, 2010