AVMA is proud to host the 40th World Veterinary Association Congress in conjunction with AVMA Convention 2025. We'll be bringing together the global veterinary community for an experience unlike any other: high-quality education, exciting events, and the incredible opportunity to meet colleagues from all over the world.

AVMA Convention 2025 and the 40th World Veterinary Association Congress will take place July 18-22, 2025, at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C.

New! Virtual program

Especially for global attendees, stream up to 200 hours of select CE sessions from the comfort of your home. Sessions can be viewed live or on demand and will be available through the end of the year. See which sessions will be part of the virtual program by visiting the CE schedule and filtering by "Live Stream/On-Demand Sessions."

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Need help showing your boss why you should be at AVMA Convention 2025 and the 40th WVA Congress? These tools will help you make your case.

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Visa invitation letter

Veterinary professionals looking to obtain a U.S. visa to attend AVMA Convention 2025 and the 40th WVA Congress can request an invitation letter from the AVMA for their application.

Request invitation letter here

Childcare

AVMA Convention and the WVA Congress is a family affair. To ensure parents and caregivers can fully participate, we offer onsite childcare options and multiple nursing lounges throughout the convention center.

Childcare reservations are now open

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