INFORMATION TO THE MEDIA
We are pleased to announce the opening of the Media Registration and Accreditation process for overseas media for The World Games 2025 – from 7-17 August 2025 in Chengdu, China.
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ACCREDITATION
You are kindly invited to register and request your accreditation for the event, following this link to the official portal:
accreditation.theworldgames.org/iwga-publicregistration
Registration opens on Monday 10 February 2025
Registration ends on Sunday 1 June 2025
Applications will be reviewed, and a decision will be communicated by email no later than 10 June 2025.
IMPORTANT
We kindly inform you that the Media access right and the IF / NOC&NSO Media staff access right are different. The participating IF / NOC&NSO Media staff will be accredited as Extra Officials. If you work for an IF or a NOC&NSO, please do not use the link provided above. The registration procedure will be communicated separately for your organisation. However, we encourage you to share it with your media database to promote TWG 2025.
We encourage media to apply as early as possible. Any questions regarding the application procedure should be referred to the IWGA Media and Communication team at [email protected].
The approved media will collect their ID Cards at the Media Accreditation Centre in the Main Media Centre (MMC) upon arrival. Media representatives must appear in person and be able to identify themselves with an official document such as passport or ID. ID should be consistent with the identity document information (passport) submitted in the EMS.
All media are required to sign the General Consent Form which will be sent to approved applicants. If the General Consent Form has not been signed online, a paper version must be signed upon reception of the ID card in Chengdu.
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VISAS AND IMMIGRATION
Overseas media representatives must apply for a J2 visa to attend the event, regardless of their nationality. Even individuals from countries eligible for visa-free travel must apply.
Further information on how to apply for your J2 visa, will be released at a later stage. In the meantime, if you have any questions, please reach out to: Ms. WANG Jiaxin [email protected]
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CUSTOMS AND LOGISTICS
The Executive Committee of TWG 2025 Chengdu has set up an experienced team to help facilitate the client groups' custom clearance and also recommends customs declaration agent enterprises to provide professional customs- clearance services to stakeholders.
For assistance, please contact: [email protected]
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ACCOMMODATION
Official media hotels in Chengdu include:
- Grand Mercure Chengdu East, located near the MMC (walking distance)
- Tianfu International Hotel Complex (Rongya Courtyard and Rongxiu Courtyard), 20-minute drive from the MMC
Booking options will be available starting May 2025. Pricing details and the booking procedure will be announced at a later date. Stay updated by visiting the official TWG 2025 website.
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The MMC is located in the Western Financial Innovation Centre in Chengdu Eastern New Area. During TWG 2025 Chengdu, it will provide all necessary facilities and services for the media to report TWG 2025 Chengdu. The MMC will officially operate from 4 to 17 August 2025. Each venue will have a sub-media centre for journalsit and media personnel to work from.
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TRANSPORT
Overseas media can arrive at Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) or Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU). The LOC will provide transportation between these airports and the official media hotels.
Three types of transportation services will be available for media during TWG 2025:
- Arrival and departure transport service
- Opening and closing ceremonies transport service
- Games-time and official events transport
A 24-hour transport service will operate between the official arrival and departure points and the official media hotels.
During the Games, a media bus station will be set up near the MMC, offering scheduled shuttle services between:
- The MMC and Tianfu International Hotel
- The MMC and competition venues
- The MMC and TWG Plaza
Additionally, a dedicated media transportation hub outside the MMC will connect the Tianfu International Hotel Complex with all sub-media centers at the competition venues.
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COMPETITION PROGRAMME
5,000 participants from more than 100 countries, competing in 34 sports, 60 disciplines, and 225 medal events. Consult detailed schedule and the sports programme here.
Qualified athletes and countries
Results will be provided by Swiss Timing and available on the IWGA website.
Where to Watch
Most sessions will be live streamed on The World Games Live player, while daily highlights and VoD will also be available on the TWG Live.
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BULLETIN #3 & MEDIA GUIDE
Bulletin #3 with further information will be released in March 2025, while the Media Guide will be issued in July 2025.
Official website: https://www.theworldgames2025.com/en
We look forward to welcoming you to Chengdu for the 12th edition of The World Games 2025!
IWGA Media and Communication Team