FIAT-IFTA is pleased to announce that registration is now open for the 18th FIAT-IFTA Global Convention and the 55th FIAT-IFTA I.C.D. Annual Meeting, which will take place in Charlotte, North Carolina, USA, from October 25–28, 2026, in conjunction with the NFDA International Convention & Expo.

This major international gathering will be proudly hosted by our National Member in the United States, the National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA), and will bring together funeral professionals, industry leaders, educators, and innovators from around the world.

As the NFDA is the organiser of the FIAT-IFTA Convention this year, you will need to create a NFDA account. If you already have an account, please use your existing login details.

When booking your hotel, please do not forget to enter the access code FIAT-IFTA to ensure that you are staying at one of the two designated FIAT-IFTA hotels.

>> Registration and hotel reservations are now available via the official event website:
https://nfda.ac-page.com/fiat-ifta-registration-page

The 2026 FIAT-IFTA Global Convention will serve as a key platform for global exchange, professional development, and collaboration across the funeral profession.
Participants can look forward to:

• International networking with colleagues from across the globe
• FIAT-IFTA committee updates and educational sessions
• General Assembly discussions and constitutional voting
• Access to the NFDA International Convention & Expo with 330+ exhibitors
• New opportunities for cooperation and partnership

Charlotte, known as the “Queen City,” offers a dynamic blend of innovation, culture, and Southern hospitality - an ideal setting for this global meeting of the profession.

Important deadlines:

• Early Bird registration deadline: July 1, 2026
• Final registration deadline: August 24, 2026

We warmly encourage all members to register early and secure their participation.

Your membership truly makes a difference!