BUILD UP TIMES
Turnkey Stands, Meeting Rooms & Chalets
Stand Type | Date | Times |
Package Stands/Meeting Rooms | Saturday 7 November | 09:00 – 18:00 |
Space Only Stands
MWC Doha26 has a phased build schedule based as follows. Only those contractors with stands within the purple zone will be permitted access from Sunday 1 & Monday 2 November. See the floorplan here for further clarification
Stand Type | Date | Times |
Space Only Stands inside the Purple Zone and Double Deck Builds | Sunday 1 November Monday 2 November Tuesday 3 November Wednesday 4 November Thursday 5 November Friday 6 November | 09:00 - 22:00 09:00 - 22:00 09:00 – 22:00 09:00 – 22:00 09:00 – 22:00 09:00 – 22:00 |
*Saturday 7 November – STRICTLY NO BUILD PERMITTED (stand dressing only) | 09:00 – 18:00 |
Stand Type | Date | Times |
All Space Only Stands OUTSIDE the Purple Zone | Tuesday 3 November Wednesday 4 November Thursday 5 November Friday 6 November | 09:00 – 22:00 09:00 – 22:00 09:00 – 22:00 09:00 – 22:00 |
*Saturday 7 November – STRICTLY NO BUILD PERMITTED (stand dressing only) | 09:00 – 18:00 |
Late working - outside the published build hours - is permissible but needs to be requested in advance. Please submit the After Hours Stand Work Permit Request with your Space Only Stand Plan submission documents by 27 September 2026 for your application to be reviewed. For further information, see the Space Only Product page here
*Saturday 7 November is a "no build" day. All stand build / construction must be complete by 22:00 on Friday 6 November.
Please note that Qatari Police will do a security sweep before the event opens. After this time, only official pass holders will be able to enter the halls. If your stand contractor needs access to your stand during the open days, please make sure you have allocated a pass to them as they will not be able to get in with build up wristbands.
In readiness for the Security Sweep, before you or your contractor leaves the hall on Saturday 7 November, please ensure the following:
- All areas must remain accessible - including stands, rooms, doors, cabinets, drawers, safes and storage areas.
- Nothing should be locked or obstructed in a way that would prevent inspection.
- One authorised representative from each exhibitor/contractor team must be contactable and in a location close to the venue when the sweep is taking place in case MOI requires assistance or clarification during the inspection. We will be contacting you to obtain the name and contact details of your nominated person closer to the event dates. Failure to have someone available may mean that your stand cannot open to the public.
SHOW OPENING TIMES & ACCESS
Note: Exhibitors and Visitors have different entry times for the event, see table below.
Date | Exhibition Open Times | Exhibitor Access |
Sunday 8 November | 09:00 - 17:30 | 08:00 - 18:00 |
Monday 9 November | 09:00 – 17:30 | 08:00-18:00 |
Tuesday 10 November | 09:00 - 17:30 | 08:00 - 19:00 (including dismantling) |
Access into the halls during the Show Open days is by official MWC Doha badge/pass only. Please ensure you order passes for every member of staff who will be working on your stand when the event is open - see Registration page of this OEM for further information.
Build Up/Dismantling wristbands WILL NOT give access to the hall on Open Days. If an exhibitor supplier/contractor needs access on the open days they will need to have an exhibitor pass allocated to them.
DISMANTLING TIMES, PASSES & PROCEDURES
IMPORTANT: NO STAND STRUCTURES CAN BE DISMANTLED BEFORE 20:00 ON TUESDAY 10 NOVEMBER
Dates & Times | Schedule |
Tuesday 10 November | 17:30 – 19:00 Package Stands & Meeting Rooms: Once the hall is clear of visitors, all valuable items and hand removable items must be removed from the hall. All shell scheme stands/meeting rooms must be vacated by 19:00. |
Tuesday 10 November from 20:00 through until 22:00 on Thursday 12 November | Space Only Stands are welcome to commence dismantling from 20:00 on Tuesday 10 November (providing the hall is clear of exhibitors and their staff) and continue to dismantle until 22:00 on Thursday 12 November. This is on the condition that all contractors follow the overnight/24-hour work terms and conditions below. It is compulsory for all contractors to be wearing appropriate PPE including Hi-Vis, Hard Hats and safety footwear. Dismantling will finish at 22:00 on Thursday 12 November. All stand fitting materials, structures, flooring and carpets must be removed from the venue by 22:00 on Thursday. |
DISMANTLING PROCEDURES
All Exhibition Stand Plus and EMR spaces must be vacated and clear of all equipment and exhibitor possessions by 19:00 on Tuesday 10 November, ready for dismantling.
Dismantling of Space Only Stands will finish at 22:00 on Thursday 12 November. All stand fitting materials, structures, flooring and carpets must be removed from the venue by 22:00 on Thursday. On Wednesday and Thursday, exhibitor/contractor vehicles should report to the holding area where they will be issued with an official DECC Loading Dock Pass. The DECC Breakdown Loading Dock Pass must be completed and clearly visible in the front windscreen of the vehicle.
Exhibitors and contractors choosing to work late/overnight must adhere to the following conditions. These measures are designed to ensure safety, minimise risk and maintain operational integrity.
- Submit the After Hours Stand Work Permit Request form with your stand plan submission. No company will be allowed to stay later than than the advertised times unless this form has been submitted in advance of the event
- Approval & Compliance. All activities must comply with DECC venue regulations, GSMA guidelines and local health and safety laws
- Contractor Representative. A senior representative from the appointed contractor must be present at all times during overnight work. This individual will act as the primary point of contact for safety compliance and emergency issues.
- Shift Patterns and Welfare. Contractors must implement structured shift rotations to prevent fatigue, with a maximum shift length of 8 hours per worker and adequate time for rest. Workers must receive scheduled breaks every 2 hours. Adequate facilities for rest, hydration and nutrition must be provided. Contractors must ensure access to drinking water and suitable food options throughout the night. Contractors must submit a Safe System of Work (SSW) detailing shift schedules, rest periods, emergency plans,
- Health & Safety Overnight. Contractors must provide induction and relevant training for all personnel covering safety rules, common hazards, emergency procedures, medical provision and wellbeing. Contractors must provide PPE, including High-Visibility vests and helmets which must be worn at all times. Adequate lighting must be installed if necessary to ensure visibility and reduce hazards. Work areas must be kept tidy and aisles must be kept clear at all times.
