EVERYTHING YOU NEED BEFORE YOU ARRIVE
GETTING TO AMSTERDAM
Flying into Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is one of Europe’s best-connected hubs, with around 60 airlines flying to more than 300 destinations worldwide.
Better still, RAI Amsterdam is just a short journey from the airport, meaning you can go from arrivals to the venue in around 15 minutes by train, taxi or rideshare.
That level of connectivity is one of the reasons Amsterdam consistently ranks among Europe’s leading destinations for international business events, making it an easy meeting point for attendees travelling from across the globe.
Schiphol to RAI Amsterdam – By Taxi or Rideshare
Prefer door-to-door travel? Private taxis, Uber and Bolt are all available from Schiphol Airport outside the International Arrivals hall.
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Journey time: Around 20–30 minutes, depending on traffic
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Estimated cost: Approximately €30–€45
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Taxi: Use the official taxi rank outside Schiphol Plaza
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Uber & Bolt: Book through the relevant app and follow directions to the designated pick-up point
Best for: Groups, attendees with lots of luggage, or anyone arriving outside regular public transport hours.
Schiphol to RAI Amsterdam – By Train (Recommended)
Arriving by train
Travelling to Amsterdam from neighbouring countries in Europe? Amsterdam Centraal is connected to major European cities by high-speed and international rail services, making flying far from your only option.
Direct Eurostar services connect Amsterdam with London, Paris and Brussels, while international services provide connections with destinations across Belgium, Germany and beyond.
Typical journey times include:
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London St Pancras → Amsterdam Centraal: Around 4 hours
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Paris → Amsterdam Centraal: Around 3 hours 30 minutes
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Brussels → Amsterdam Centraal: Around 2 hours
Getting from Amsterdam Centraal to RAI Amsterdam is also very easy. Take Metro 52 (Noord/Zuidlijn) from Amsterdam Centraal to Europaplein station, which is located directly outside RAI Amsterdam. The journey takes around 10 minutes. Taxis are also available.
Arriving by Train
For most attendees, the train is the quickest and easiest way to travel from Schiphol to RAI Amsterdam.
Direct trains connect Schiphol Airport with Amsterdam RAI Station, located just a few minutes’ walk from the venue.
- Journey time: Around 10–15 minutes
- Changes: None – direct service
- Tickets: Check in and out using a contactless debit/credit card or mobile device, or purchase an OV-chipkaart (reusable travel card) at any Schiphol station machine. Single journey from Schiphol to RAI Amsterdam: approximately €5–€8.
- Services: Regular departures throughout the day (roughly every 15 minutes)
Our recommendation: Take the train. It’s quick, convenient and gets you almost directly to the venue.
Driving to Amsterdam
Coming from Belgium, Germany or elsewhere nearby? Driving can be a convenient option, with extensive parking available directly at RAI Amsterdam.
RAI is located close to Amsterdam’s A10 ring road, making the venue easily accessible without needing to drive through the city centre.
We recommend leaving your car at your hotel or designated parking facility and using Amsterdam’s public transport network during your stay. The city’s metro, tram, train and bus network makes getting around easy and saves you from navigating central Amsterdam by car.
AFTER ARRIVING AT RAI AMSTERDAM
- Train: Amsterdam RAI Station is located directly adjacent to the venue. Exit the station and follow the event signage towards the registration area
- Rideshare: Travelling by Uber or Bolt? You’ll be dropped off near the Nhow Amsterdam RAI hotel, just a short walk from the venue. From there, follow the event signage to the registration area.
- Taxi: Taxis will drop you off at the designated taxi area outside RAI Amsterdam. From there, follow the event signage towards the registration area.
GETTING AROUND AMSTERDAM
Amsterdam may be a major European capital, but getting around is surprisingly simple. The city is compact, well connected and built for public transport, making it easy to travel between RAI Amsterdam, your hotel and the city centre throughout your stay.
Metro
Line 52 – Noord/Zuidlijn
Metro Line 52 (Noord/Zuidlijn) runs from Europaplein, directly beside RAI Amsterdam, towards the city centre, with stops including De Pijp, Rokin and Amsterdam Centraal.
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RAI to Amsterdam Centraal: Around 10 minutes
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Frequent services throughout the day and evening
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Simply check in and out using a contactless debit/credit card or mobile device
Tram
Amsterdam’s extensive tram network is a convenient way to travel between the city’s main neighbourhoods, hotels and evening hotspots.
Tram Line 4 is particularly useful for attendees, connecting the RAI area with De Pijp and the city centre, including stops around Rembrandtplein. The wider tram network also provides easy connections towards Leidseplein and the Museum Quarter.
For shorter journeys around central Amsterdam, the tram is often one of the easiest ways to get from A to B.
Taxi & RideShare
For door-to-door convenience, taxis, Uber and Bolt are widely available across Amsterdam.They’re particularly useful when travelling in a group, heading back to your hotel after an evening event or carrying luggage.Official Amsterdam taxis are metered, while Uber and Bolt journeys can be booked and tracked directly through their respective apps.
Walking & Cycling
Amsterdam is made for exploring. Its compact centre means many hotels, restaurants, bars and attractions are within easy walking distance of one another.Cycling is another option, with bike rental available throughout the city. However, Amsterdam’s cycle network is busy and fast-moving, so if you’re not a confident cyclist, we recommend sticking to walking or public transport.
BADGE PICK-UP
Getting your badge is simple. Collect it before the event begins or when you arrive at RAI Amsterdam on event days, depending on what works best for you.
Pick it up early and head straight into the action the following morning, or simply collect it from registration when you arrive.
Get ahead of the game and collect your badge at the RAI Amsterdam, at the registration area on Monday 19 April from 12:00 – 18:00.
You can also collect your badge at the SBC Summit Europe Networking Opening Party on the evening of Monday 19 April.
Already having your badge means one less thing to think about when you arrive at RAI Amsterdam the following morning.
Collecting your badge when you arrive? Head to the main registration area, located next to the event halls and Strandzuid, where the team will get you checked in and ready to go.
Designed to make networking easier, badge colours help attendees quickly identify different audience groups across the expo floor and throughout the venue.
Each colour represents a specific attendee category, making it simpler to spot relevant connections and navigate conversations more effectively.
Badge Colours
🟣 Purple: Affiliates
🟡 Yellow/Orange: Operators
🔵 Blue: Other delegates (suppliers, regulators, etc.)
USEFUL TIPS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
SBC Summit Europe 2027 will take place on 19–21 April 2027 at RAI Amsterdam in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.
Back by popular demand, SBC is bringing a major iGaming event back to Amsterdam, a city the industry knows, loves and has long considered one of Europe’s key meeting points. With excellent international connectivity, a strong business environment and a vibrant hospitality scene, Amsterdam provides the ideal setting for three days of meetings, networking, learning and commercial opportunities.
Monday, 19 April
Exhibitors can access the venue from 12:00 to 20:00 to prepare and check their stands. Attendees will also be able to collect their badges in advance during this time to avoid queues on the first full show day.
Tuesday, 20 April
Exhibitor access: from 08:00
Attendee access: from 09:00
Venue closes: 18:00
Wednesday, 21 April
Exhibitor access: from 08:00
Attendee access: from 09:00
Venue closes: 17:00
SBC Summit Europe is designed for professionals across the European iGaming and sports betting industry, bringing together operators, affiliates, suppliers, regulators and other key stakeholders.
The event is being built around audience quality and commercial relevance, with a particular focus on senior decision-makers, buyers and professionals working across product, technology, marketing, acquisition, compliance, payments, sportsbook, casino and operations.
Sports betting and iGaming are at the heart of the event, but the audience extends beyond them. SBC Summit Europe will also bring together professionals from areas including affiliation and performance marketing, lotteries, payments, technology, regulation, compliance, media, investment and other sectors supporting the European iGaming ecosystem.
Yes. SBC events are strictly for individuals aged 18 and over.
Register Interest via the form here
Yes. Affiliates and operators can apply for a complimentary pass to SBC Summit Europe, subject to eligibility and approval by our Relationships team.
Applications are manually reviewed to confirm that applicants genuinely represent an operator or affiliate business. Eligible applicants will then receive complimentary access to the event.
Certain premium experiences, such as the SBC Awards Europe or invite-only networking events, require a separate ticket or invitation.
Pre-registration and badge collection will be available on Monday, 19 April, giving attendees the option to pick up their badge ahead of the main event days and avoid queues.
Badges can also be collected on Tuesday, 20 April and Wednesday, 21 April during the event. Full collection times and locations will be shared closer to the Summit.
Attendee badges will be colour-coded by attendee type, making it easy to identify operators, affiliates, suppliers and other key groups across the venue.
To help you quickly identify who’s who, badges are colour-coded by attendee type:
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Yellow/Orange – Operators
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Purple – Affiliates
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Blue – All other attendees (suppliers, regulators, service providers, etc.)
A separate ticket will be required to attend the SBC Awards Europe. Individual tickets and table bookings will be available through the website, alongside sponsorship opportunities that include seats at the ceremony.
Tickets will be available soon.
Yes. If you’re unable to attend, you can transfer your ticket to a colleague at no additional cost.
All substitution requests must be submitted by email at least 24 hours before the event and should include:
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Name, job title and contact email of the original registered delegate
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Name, job title and contact email of the replacement delegate
Please send substitution requests to [email protected].
If the physical event cannot take place for any reason, ticket holders may either transfer their ticket to another SBC event or request a refund, in line with our event Terms & Conditions.
Yes. There will be dedicated Food Festival areas for both SBC Summit Europe and Affiliate Leaders Summit, with multiple food and drink stations and plenty of seating, so you can refuel without having to leave the venue.
The Food Festival areas also double as relaxed networking spaces, giving you the opportunity to continue conversations while taking a break from the show floor. VIP ticket holders will receive preloaded wristbands with funds to spend on food and drinks.
Smoking is not permitted inside the venue at any time, in accordance with local legislation. Designated outdoor smoking areas will be available.
This also applies to electronic cigarettes and vaping devices, which should only be used in designated smoking areas.
Yes. Any lost property found during the event should be handed in at the event Help Desk.
If you lose an item during the event, please visit the Help Desk for assistance. After the event, you can contact the organisers at [email protected]
SBC Summit Europe is designed for professionals across the European regulated iGaming and sports betting industry, bringing together operators, affiliates, suppliers, regulators and other key stakeholders.
The event is being built around audience quality and commercial relevance, with a particular focus on senior decision-makers, buyers and professionals working across product, technology, marketing, acquisition, compliance, payments, sportsbook, casino and operations.
Yes. Any lost property found during the event should be handed in at the event Help Desk.
If you lose an item during the event, please visit the Help Desk for assistance. After the event, you can contact the organisers at [email protected].
Yes. SBC Summit Europe will use SBC Connect, the same event platform used across SBC events.
SBC Connect allows you to browse attendees, exhibitors, sponsors and speakers, reach out to relevant contacts, schedule meetings in advance, explore the conference agenda, build your personalised schedule, book networking activities and much more.
The platform will become available to registered attendees a few months before the event and can be used on your desktop or downloaded to your Apple or Android device.
Yes. SBC Summit Europe will feature official networking events across all three days, including the SBC Summit Europe Opening Networking Party on Monday, SBC Summit Europe Post Show Networking and the SBC Summit Europe Street Festival on Tuesday, followed by SBC Summit Europe Post Show Networking and the SBC Summit Closing Party on Wednesday.
Yes. Attendees with ticket types that include conference access will be able to watch conference sessions on demand after the event.
Yes. We are working with our official hotel and accommodation partner to secure convenient options for SBC Summit Europe attendees.
Full details and booking options will be available on the website soon.
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