The World Council of Optometry (WCO) and the Saudi Society of Optometry (SSO) have confirmed new dates for the sixth World Congress of Optometry.
Held in conjunction with the 11th Saudi Optometry Conference and the first Silmo exhibition in Saudi Arabia, it will run April 2–4, 2027 at the Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Centre.
Originally planned for November 2026, the decision to reschedule follows careful consideration by WCO and SSO, with the aim to support broader international participation, improve travel accessibility and to ensure a strong experience for delegates, speakers, partners and exhibitors.
