Plan Your Trip
Date and Location
The 2026 APS Annual Convention will be held at the Centro de Convenciones Internacional de Barcelona (CCIB) in Barcelona, Spain on 28-30 May 2026.
Centro de Convenciones Internacional de Barcelona (CCIB)
Plaça de Willy Brandt, 11-14, 08019 Barcelona, Spain
Phone: +34 93 230 10 00
Parking
Access to the CCIB is recommended via Taulat Street or the Diagonal Avenue, where you should look for parking in the area. Visit the Venue Information website for more information.
Spain Travel Resources
APS has gathered a selection of helpful resources to support your trip planning. These links offer practical guidance on entering Spain, navigating Barcelona, understanding local transportation, and making the most of your visit.
The Barcelona Tourism department has created the following Explore Barcelona webpage for APS 2026 Attendees.
- Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Entry Conditions
- Spain’s Official Tourism Portal
- Barcelona’s Official Tourism Portal
- Barcelona City Information
- Explore Barcelona – Barcelona Tourism webpage for APS Attendees
- European Travel Information and Authorisation System (ETIAS)
- Rick Steves’ Europe
Visa Information
Visa requirements vary depending on your country of residence. To ensure you have the most accurate and up‑to‑date information, please review the official guidance for your attendee category.
All International Attendees
Visit your country’s official government travel site or the nearest Spanish embassy or consulate for current visa requirements and application steps.
Attendees from the United States
Attendees residing in the United States can find Spain‑specific entry and visa information below.
- US Department of State
- U.S. Department of Homeland Security
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- U.S. Transportation and Security Administration
Because visa policies and processing times can change at any time, APS cannot provide individualized guidance or guarantee timelines. We strongly encourage attendees to begin reviewing requirements early.
Nearby Airports
- Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) – Distance to CCIB: 20 km, accessible by trains, bus and taxi.
- Girona–Costa Brava Airport (GRO) – Distance to CCIB: 87.3 km, accessible by trains, bus, and taxi.
- Reus Airport (REU): Distance to CCIB: 110 km, accessible by trains, bus, and taxi.
Public Transportation
Barcelona’s public transportation system is well-developed and comprehensive. You can easily reach nearly anywhere via metro and tram. For details and real-time information, visit the official Barcelona Public Transport webpage.
- The bus network includes over 230 daytime lines plus around 30 night bus lines (NitBus). Additionally, the city is served by funiculars (e.g., Montjuïc and Tibidabo) and two scenic cable cars.
- Barcelona’s metro system has 12 lines—8 operated by TMB and 4 by FGC—with extensive coverage across the metropolitan area.
- The tram network includes six lines (T1–T6), serving suburban and peripheral areas.
- The city features multiple funiculars, notably the Montjuïc and Tibidabo funiculars.
