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Attendee Registration

Your meeting registration grants you access to all keynote, plenary, and concurrent scientific sessions as well as poster sessions, time with exhibitors, and social events. ISSX Members and Student/Postdoc Members receive special registration discounts. Join ISSX or renew your membership today to save.

Exhibitor Registration

Interested in exhibiting at the meeting? Each 10’x10’ booth includes two complimentary registrations. Become a sponsor to unlock additional benefits. Find more details on exhibitor and sponsorship opportunities here.

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For any questions regarding meeting registration, please email information@issx.org.

Visa Requirements

Do I Need a Visa?

  • Switzerland is part of the Schengen Area. Depending on your citizenship, you may need a Schengen Visa (Type C) to attend the conference.

  • Check your requirements: Use the official Swiss Visa Check Tool to determine if you need a visa.

For Attendees Who Do Need a Visa

  • Visa Type: Short-stay Schengen Visa (Type C) – Business/Conference.

  • When to Apply: Applications can be submitted 6 months before travel but no later than 15 days prior.

  • Where to Apply: Direct them to swiss-visa.ch (the official online portal) or their local Swiss representation (Embassy/Consulate/VFS Global).

  • Required Documents:

    • Passport (valid for at least 3 months after departure from Switzerland).

    • Proof of health insurance (minimum coverage €30,000).

    • Conference Invitation Letter (See “Invitation Letter” below).

    • Proof of accommodation and financial means.

Visa-Exempt Attendees

  • Entry/Exit System (EES): By June 2026, the EU's new automated border system (EES) should be operational. This replaces physical passport stamping.

    • Note to attendees: Be prepared for digital fingerprinting and facial scanning upon arrival at the Schengen border.

  • ETIAS (Important Clarification): The "European Travel Information and Authorisation System" (similar to US ESTA) is currently scheduled to launch in late 2026.

Invitation Letter

  • If you require a formal Letter of Invitation for visa purposes, please complete this form.

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Refund Policy

We understand that circumstances may arise requiring a registrant to cancel their plans to attend. Registration fees paid will be refunded, less a $75 USD administrative fee, provided written notice of cancellation is received on or before Friday, May 29, 2026. Please note that no retroactive adjustments, including the application of discount codes or other promotional offers, will be made to confirmed registrations.