VISAs & VISA Support Letters

If you are traveling internationally to attend the 2027 HCA General Meeting, we encourage you to consult your institution’s travel office or the appropriate Dutch embassy or consulate to confirm visa and entry requirements. For information on The Netherlands' visa requirements, click here.

Our office is happy to provide an official invitation letter to support your visa application. We encourage you to begin the application process early, as processing times can vary depending on your location.

Please email meetings@humancellatlas.org to request a visa support letter.

Travel Stipend Applications, Eligibility & Deadline

Eligibility
HCA has limited funds for travel stipends. We might not be able to provide a stipend for every applicant requesting travel support.

PIs and Trainees currently residing and working or studying in low- and middle-income countries (as defined by the World Bank) who plan to attend the 2027 HCA General Meeting in person may apply for a travel stipend during registration. 

*You may be asked to verify your eligibility for travel stipend consideration by submitting a copy of your work/student ID or providing a verification letter from your organization. 

How to apply & deadline for applications
HCA has limited funds for travel stipends. We might not be able to provide a stipend for every applicant requesting travel support.

If eligible, you will be prompted to submit LMIC travel support application during registration.

• During registration, you must submit a 50-200 word justification to briefly explain why you are applying for a travel stipend. 
  You will be prompted during the registration process.
   
• Travel stipend applications are due Wednesday, 24 March 2027. Applicants will be notified in the weeks to follow if selected.