We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions about LASER World of PHOTONICS INDIA for you on this page.

The LASER World of PHOTONICS INDIA team would be pleased to answer your further questions about attending the fair.

Your contacts

Bhushan Kasbekar
  • Business Director Alliances

General questions

When and where do LASER World of PHOTONICS events take place?

The LASER World of PHOTONICS trade fairs are the most important marketplaces for the worldwide lasers and photonics industry, combining research and application and promoting the use and further development of optical technologies.

To our LASER World of PHOTONICS network belong LASER World of PHOTONICS, World of Photonics Congress, LASER World of PHOTONICS CHINA and LASER World of PHOTONICS INDIA.

Please find the exact dates and venues on the related websites.

How successful was LASER World of PHOTONICS INDIA in 2019?

142 exhibitors and 23 represented companies from 16 different countries presented themselves on 7,320 square meters of exhibition space at Bombay Exhibition Centre (BEC). 4.538 visitors attended the fair.

Where does LASER World of PHOTONICS INDIA take place?

LASER World of PHOTONICS INDIA is India’s only trade fair for the laser and photonics community. It was founded in 2012 and it represents the most important marketplaces of India in the south, the west and in the north. The venue changes each year and the trade fair is either held in Bangalore, Mumbai or New Delhi.

Exhibitor questions

How to become an exhibitor at LASER World of PHOTONICS INDIA?

To participate in LASER World of PHOTONICS INDIA, you must complete and sign the application form. Based on the information provided on the form, we will check to see if your company is eligible to participate as an exhibitor.

If so, we will send you a stand proposal.

When is the registration deadline?

See Dates & Logistics, as soon as available

What is the minimum stand size?

The minimum size is 9m²

How much does it cost to exhibit at LASER World of PHOTONICS INDIA?

Early bird*: EUR 190 / m²

Full price: EUR 195 / m²

*Deadline for early bird discount: May 28.

Where can I register as an exhibitor?

The application forms are available here.

When we register for the fair, what does that include?

When you submit your application, it only concerns stand space at LASER World of PHOTONICS INDIA. It automatically includes the mandatory entry in the exhibitor directory (online and event directory) as well as worker and exhibitor passes. You will be invoiced separately for any additional charges incurred (e.g. stand construction, technical services, advertising materials). All invoices should be paid immediately upon receipt.

When and how will I be invoiced?

Shortly after you submit your space application, you will receive a confirmation of your application together with a stand proposal. After confirming your stand proposal you will receive by email your admission letter together with you admission invoice, which must be paid immediately upon receipt.

All invoices for any service ordered and related to the event are to be paid without deductions and free of all charges by bank transfer to one of the accounts specified on the invoices, mentioning the exhibitor’s company name and invoice number.

Can co-exhibitors exhibit at my stand? If so, how can I register them?

Exhibitors are free to have co-exhibitors at their stands. The main exhibiting company (leaser of space from organizers) must fill out and sign the co-exhibitor application form. Co-exhibitors are also subject to approval to exhibit. The application fee is EUR 240 for each co-exhibitor or additionally represented company admitted. The main exhibitor will be charged this fee.

How can exhibitors book their entry in the trade fair media?

Services can be booked via Online Exhibitor Manual. After successful registration for the show, exhibitors will receive an e-mail with log-in data and further information.

Trade fair media at a glance:

  • Show catalogue
  • Online directory

Please note: Every exhibitor will be listed in the trade fair media with a basic media package. Furthermore, you can book many attention-grabbing advertising options for the print and the online catalogue.

Can LASER World of PHOTONICS INDIA help me to obtain a visa to enter India for the event?

We can help you with an invitation letter to explain the reason for the visit. You can register yourself and your employees for an invitation letter, which will then be sent to you as a PDF file. The form that has to be filled out to apply for an invitation letter as well as the contact for visa enquiries can be found in the exhibitor manual, which will be sent to you 3 months before the exhibition.

Please access the visa service page to download the corresponding application form.

What happens if the trade fair is cancelled?

Find all information regarding the cancellation process .

Where can I find contact information if I have any further questions?

A complete list of the LASER World of PHOTONICS INDIA team can be found here: LASER World of PHOTONICS INDIA team

Visitor questions

What is the price of admission?

Admission is free upon registration—trade visitors only!

Who can attend LASER World of PHOTONICS INDIA?

The exhibition is open to trade professionals by registration only. Admission is free. Visitors must register online or at the exhibition and wear their visitor badge during the exhibition. No visitors under the age of 16 years will be admitted.

How can I get a visitor badge?

The online registration will be available in time before the show. To save time you should register online in advance. You can also register upon arrival onsite at the registration counter.

What are the opening hours of LASER World of PHOTONICS INDIA?

See opening hours.

Where can I get more detailed information about the conferences?

Additional information about the conference program is available here.

Representative offices abroad

Messe München has representative offices around the world to support its exhibitors and visitors.