eSIM

Money20/20 USA 2026 Checklist: Dates, Las Vegas Travel, eSIM and Safety Tips

Money20/20 USA runs 18 to 21 October 2026 at The Venetian Resort in Las Vegas. Flying in from abroad? Here is the checklist for entry, getting around, payments, staying online and staying safe.

Quick answer: Money20/20 USA 2026 takes place from 18 to 21 October 2026 at The Venetian Resort in Las Vegas, with conference activity spread across The Venetian and The Palazzo. If you are flying in from abroad: apply for an ESTA or visa well ahead, book your hotel early, install a US eSIM at home, plan rideshare pickups from Harry Reid Airport's garage level, and treat every post-event DM as possible phishing.

Key takeaways

Money20/20 USA 2026: 18-21 October at The Venetian Resort, Las Vegas. The organiser expects over 11,000 attendees.
Visa Waiver travellers need an approved ESTA before boarding. CBP recommends applying at booking and no later than 72 hours before departure.
Harry Reid International Airport is only a few miles from the Strip. Rideshare pickup is in the parking garages, not at the kerb.
The Las Vegas Monorail does not serve the airport.
Cards work almost everywhere, and tipping is expected in restaurants, bars and for many services.
Fintech conference weeks attract phishing: fake meeting invites, fake sponsor emails and fake support accounts.

You land at Harry Reid at 11pm after a long-haul flight, follow the signs for rideshare, and discover your phone is showing no service because your roaming pass never activated. The pickup zone is a level up in a parking garage, your driver is messaging you, and you cannot see any of it.

Money20/20 is the week the payments world does its deals, and most of that happens on your phone: meeting changes, calendar invites, dinner locations, badge QR codes. Here is how to arrive already online and keep the week smooth.

When and where is Money20/20 USA 2026?

Date	What	Where
18-21 October 2026	Money20/20 USA conference and expo	The Venetian Resort, Las Vegas
Same week	Official hotel block	The Venetian and The Palazzo
Evenings through the week	Customer dinners, partner receptions, side events	Across the Strip
Arrival	Harry Reid International Airport (LAS)	A short drive south of the Strip

The organiser describes an audience of more than 11,000 senior attendees from thousands of companies and dozens of countries. The Venetian fills up quickly during Money20/20 week, so book accommodation early. Always check the official Money20/20 USA site for the agenda, badge collection and the latest venue details.

Money20/20 pre-flight checklist for international attendees

ESTA or visa. If your country is in the Visa Waiver Program, apply for an ESTA on the official CBP website only. Otherwise check visa requirements on the US State Department's travel site. Third-party sites charge extra for the same form.
Passport validity and return ticket in line with the rules for your nationality.
Phone eSIM-capable and carrier-unlocked, with a US eSIM installed at home on Wi-Fi.
Keep your home SIM active for bank OTPs and two-factor codes. A travel eSIM is data-only.
Hotspot check. If you demo from a laptop, pick a plan that allows tethering.
Power bank within your airline's rules, plus a US plug adapter (types A and B).
Offline copies of your badge confirmation, hotel booking and meeting schedule.
Security keys or authenticator backups for work accounts, stored separately from your phone.
Comfortable shoes. Distances inside Las Vegas resorts are much longer than they look.

Why you want your own data at Money20/20

Conference Wi-Fi is shared by thousands of people who are all uploading slides and joining calls at the same moment. More importantly, your week is not only inside the expo hall.

Meetings move. Rooms, times and dinner venues change by message throughout the day.
Rideshare and maps between resorts, where walking times are routinely underestimated.
Security. Your own mobile data is a safer default than open hotel or venue networks for work email, banking apps and admin dashboards.
Laptop hotspot to send a contract, update a deck or join a call from a quiet corner.
Badge and ticket QR codes for sessions and receptions.

Fizen has United States plans from $4, installed at home and switched on after you land. Pay in USDT on Solana or BNB Chain or with the other methods shown at checkout, which is a natural fit for a payments crowd. Get your US eSIM before you fly, and see our USA eSIM guide for coverage and plan tips.

How to get from Harry Reid Airport to The Venetian

Option	How it works	Good to know
Rideshare (Uber, Lyft)	Pickup zones in the parking garages at Terminal 1 and Terminal 3	Follow signs from baggage claim, it is a walk
Taxi	Taxi queues outside the terminals	Metered fares, surcharges can apply
Shuttle or private car	Pre-booked shared or private transfers	Useful for groups and late arrivals
RTC public bus	Local buses serve the airport and the Strip	Cheapest, slowest with luggage
Las Vegas Monorail	Runs along the east side of the Strip	Does not connect to the airport

Check the airport's official ground transport page for the current pickup levels and options before you land, and have your rideshare app open with data on as you walk out.

Money and tipping in Las Vegas

Cards are accepted almost everywhere, including contactless and mobile wallets. Carry a card from a network your bank supports abroad.
Tipping is expected in restaurants, bars, for rideshare drivers, bellhops and housekeeping. Check the bill: some venues add a service charge already.
Resort fees are often added to hotel rates. Read the booking details so the final bill is not a surprise.
Small cash in US dollars is handy for tips and valet staff.
Foreign transaction fees depend on your card. Check with your bank before you travel.

How to set up your US eSIM in 5 steps

Check your phone supports eSIM and is carrier-unlocked.
Choose a United States plan covering your whole stay on the Fizen eSIM page.
Pay in USDT on Solana or BNB Chain, or with another method offered at checkout.
Install at home over Wi-Fi: one tap on supported iPhones, QR code on other phones. Label the line "USA".
After landing at Harry Reid, switch on the eSIM line, enable data roaming for it and set it as your data line.

A quick word on roaming: many home carriers sell US day passes, which work fine for a night or two but add up fast over a four-day conference plus travel days. A prepaid travel eSIM gives you a fixed price you know before you fly.

Most eSIMs cannot be topped up, so pick enough data for hotspot use. Fizen includes a trip-long warranty with free 1-for-1 replacement if an eSIM fails, and a real person on support chat.

Account and wallet safety during Money20/20 week

Assume DMs are phishing. Fake meeting invites, fake sponsor packs and fake event support accounts appear around every big fintech conference.
Verify calendar invites from people you do not know before clicking links or opening attachments.
Avoid open Wi-Fi for banking, admin consoles and wallet apps. Use your own data or a trusted hotspot.
Never scan a QR code that asks you to connect a crypto wallet or sign something at a booth. If you test a demo, use a separate wallet with a tiny balance.
Do not sign what you cannot read, especially wallet approvals presented as a free claim.
Lock your phone with a strong passcode and keep it on you. Badges, phones and laptops go missing in busy halls.

Las Vegas tips for conference week

Hydrate. The air is very dry and conference days are long.
Allow walking time. Moving between resort towers, casino floors and meeting rooms can take far longer than the map suggests.
October weather is usually warm by day and cooler at night, while indoor air conditioning is strong. Bring a light layer.
Book dinners early. Popular restaurants near The Venetian get booked by companies hosting clients.
Jet lag plan. If you arrive from Asia or Europe, schedule your first morning lightly.

Frequently asked questions

When is Money20/20 USA 2026?

Money20/20 USA 2026 runs from 18 to 21 October 2026 in Las Vegas. Check the official website for the full agenda and badge pickup times.

Where is Money20/20 USA held?

It is held at The Venetian Resort in Las Vegas, with activity across The Venetian and The Palazzo, which is also the official hotel.

Do I need an ESTA to attend Money20/20 in Las Vegas?

If you travel under the Visa Waiver Program, you need an approved ESTA before boarding. CBP recommends applying when you book and no later than 72 hours before departure. Other travellers should check visa requirements on official US government sites.

Does the Las Vegas Monorail go to the airport?

No. The Monorail runs along the east side of the Strip and does not connect to Harry Reid International Airport. Use rideshare, taxi, shuttle or bus from the airport.

Is venue Wi-Fi enough at Money20/20?

It works for light use, but it is shared by thousands of attendees. Your own data is more reliable for calls and hotspot use, and safer for banking and work accounts.

Can I buy a US eSIM with USDT?

Yes. On fizen.io/esim you can buy a United States eSIM in USDT on Solana or BNB Chain, or with other payment methods shown at checkout.

Do I need cash in Las Vegas?

Not much. Cards and mobile wallets work almost everywhere, but a small amount of US dollar cash is useful for tipping bellhops, housekeeping and valet staff.

How much data do I need for a conference week in Las Vegas?

Attendees who use maps, rideshare, messaging and calls often use 1-2GB per day, more with laptop hotspot. Choose a plan for the whole stay, since most eSIMs cannot be topped up.

US eSIM for Money20/20

Land connected. Skip the roaming bill. United States plans from $4, installed at home, online the moment you land in Las Vegas. Pay in USDT. Trip-long warranty with free 1-for-1 replacement if an eSIM fails.

Buy US eSIM

Terms and conditions

Information only. This checklist is general travel information, not legal, immigration, financial or investment advice.
For readers in the United States. This article provides information only. It is not an offer, solicitation or sale of any product or service, and it is not financial, investment, legal or tax advice. Fizen is not offered to US Persons.
Event details can change. Dates, venues, phases and schedules are set by the organisers and can change. Check the official website before you book flights or hotels.
Entry rules are official-source only. Visa, travel-authorisation and arrival-card rules are set by the destination's government, differ by passport and can change. Confirm them on the official sites linked here before you fly. Fizen does not provide visa or ESTA services.
Plans vary. eSIM prices, data allowances, hotspot support and validity depend on the plan and are shown on the checkout page, which takes precedence over this article. Your phone must support eSIM and be carrier-unlocked. Travel eSIMs are data-only, with no calls or SMS.
No affiliation. Fizen is not affiliated with Money20/20, The Venetian Resort, Harry Reid International Airport or any carrier, rideshare or app named here.
Availability. Fizen is not offered to US Persons. Fizen is a self-custody app: your keys and recovery phrase are yours, and nobody, including Fizen, can recover them if lost.
Crypto risk. Crypto assets are volatile and you can lose all of the funds you put in. Nothing here recommends any token, project or trade. Do your own research.
Full terms. Master Terms of Use, Privacy Policy and Disclaimer on the Fizen site.

Sources

Information checked in September 2026. Event details and US entry requirements can change: confirm on the official sources before you travel.