Registration

Registration for the APS DFD Meeting 2026 opens in July. All presenters must register to attend.

APS member registration

Ensure your APS membership or reciprocal society membership is up-to-date to take advantage of discounted APS member registration rates. Not an APS member? Join our community of 50,000 physicists and enjoy year-round benefits. Get started by creating your myAPS account.

International attendee registration and visa resources

Scientists living in lesser-resourced countries benefit from up to an 89% registration discount to minimize the financial barrier to attendance.

Learn if you qualify for reduced registration rates

Visa application information

Traveling to the United States often requires obtaining a visa. Once you register, APS will send a letter of invitation for a visa application. It is very important to plan far in advance and review:

• Visa information for international visitors
• Letter of invitation information

Press registration

Complimentary registration is available for members of the media. Those eligible for press registration include:

• Staff journalists working for editorially independent news outlets
• Freelance science writers and editors
• Public information officers working for scientific institutions
• Students and postdocs enrolled in a science writing program

APS uses a one-time credentialing process to verify eligibility for press registration.

Please contact the APS media team with questions about press registration.

Photo release

APS will take photographs and video at the APS DFD Meeting. By registering for the meeting and its associated events, you agree to allow APS to use your photo and/or video footage in APS-related publications, materials, websites, or promotions.

Cancellation policy

Cancellations must be received in writing by Nov. 13, 2026. All cancellations will be assessed a $50 cancellation fee, regardless of the reason for canceling. Please email the APS Registrar with questions.

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