ICC and IETA are thrilled to be co-hosting this year’s COP30 Business Pavilion from 10-21 November. The Pavilion, located in the Blue Zone, the official COP30 UNFCCC negotiating grounds, will provide a gathering place for the business community.
A programme of in person and hybrid side event sessions, including exclusive networking events, brings together leading experts and policymakers from around the world to discuss and analyse the current state of play, what’s next for compliance and voluntary markets, and promote business cooperation on carbon market solutions, technology innovation and climate finance.
LOCATION
If you’re attending COP30 in person, we would be delighted to see you at IETA COP30 Business Pavilion co-hosted by the ICC & IETA located in the Blue Zone. As we’re located inside the Blue Zone, only individuals accredited will be able to access IETA’s BusinessHub.
REGISTRATION DESK OPEN HOURS:
Tuesday, 18 November to Friday, 21 November: 08:00 – 19:00 hrs
VISAS
It is mandatory for all foreign UNFCCC-registered participants entering Brazil to apply for the COP30 Special Visa, by using the reference number at the top of your official UNFCCC nomination letter and the visa application link available in the UNFCCC registration confirmation notification. Guidelines available HERE.
All enquiries regarding visa arrangements should be addressed directly to visas@unfccc.int
ACCOMMODATION
Participants are urged to book their accommodation for their time at COP 30 as soon as possible.
Delegates can book their stay in Belém via the designated accommodation website, managed by an official partner here. For further assistance with the official accommodation platform, please contact: cop30@bnetwork.com.
Additional accommodation information is available here.
TRANSPORTATION TO VENUE
The Government of Brazil is providing complimentary transportation during COP 30 through a system of 15 dedicated bus lines. Participants can access the signposted bus stops by presenting their UNFCCC badge or accreditation letter.
Transportation services will operate 24 hours a day, from 2 to 23 November 2025.
A digital transport map and further information on the COP 30 transport system are available on the Government of Brazil’s website mobility. In addition, the COP30 Transport App, featuring routes and shuttle stop locations, can be downloaded for Android and iOS devices. The Mobility Guide, with detailed transportation information for COP 30, is also available here.
Participants will also have access to ride-hailing services such as Uber, 99, and local taxis, as well as bike-sharing services near the conference venue.
Information on vehicle rentals can be found here.
SIDE EVENTS & EXHIBITS
Side Events & Exhibits schedule is available here.
Official Side Events schedule is available here.