Who we are

  • In summary we can say that Belgian people are really friendly, party-being and have a great sense of hospitality so they will certainly share this personality with you.
  • We know we’re living in this strange small country surrounded by political disputes between the communities. But well, politics is not the way citizens are and fortunately we know about us and can make jokes about ourselves. The sense of humour and self-mockery is then one of our strength we can say.
  • Typical belgian stuff are the « Belgian compromise » which our peaceful method to settle the disputes, and the « brick in the belly » as we invest heavily in homes building and restauration.

The way we live

  • So now you might want to know what you can do or not when you are with people.
  • There are not so much rules actually
  • If you want to say hello you have the choice between shaking hands or giving one kiss on the cheek. It all depends on how well the feeling is going between you and the other people.
  • Belgian jokes are not that funny to us
  • It’s considered a bad thing to spit on the streets eventhough sometimes it happens!
  • Queuing is not really of our concern even if people are respectful. Just make your way.
  • Lunch is between 12 and 1 pm, dinner time is aroud 7 and 8 pm.
  • If you’re invited to a house, it’s generally considered that you bring flower the the lady of the house.
  • For the rest, don’t worry you’re in Belgium keep in mind to act like us : adaptation, party, relax, humour and no pride… it should do!
Tour & Taxis Sheds 1 & 1bis Avenue du Port 86c 1000 Brussels
http://tour-taxis.com More information on the visitor page
The stands are in U shape and the dimensions are of 2,5m (H) * 3m (W) * 1m (D) with a table

stand eucys 2016 brussels

The project must be showcased in English and you are invited, by courtesy with the visitors, to have an abstract in French and Dutch.

Projects

Projects must be related to a scientific or technical topic and have to enter one of the following categories:

  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Computing
  • Engineering
  • Environment
  • Materials
  • Mathematics
  • Medicine
  • Physics
  • Social sciences
220v plug type E compatible with type F


More information on:
http://www.iec.ch/worldplugs/typeE.htm

Dress code is casual except for the awards ceremony where is required official dress or national costume
All participants must be covered by an insurance for the period of the event.
The participation fees are:

Member States, Associated countries (except Switzerland) and Neighbourhood countries* Countries with Science and Technology agreements and Switzerland* Extra escorts
International transports Included Not included Not included
Accommodation Included Included Not included
Meals**, local transports, official activities Included Included Included
Fee Free 350€ per contestant

550€ per national organiser

 350€

*Up to 6 contestants and 1 national organiser per country

**The meals will be provided from the lunch on 15th September till the lunch on 20th September included

The fees are to be paid prior the event and are not refundable after 1st September.

EU Members States and the European Schools

Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxemburg, Malta, the Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom, European Schools

Associated Countries

Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Faroe Islands, Iceland, Israel, Macedonia, Montenegro, Moldova, Norway, Turkey, Serbia, Switzerland, Ukraine

Neighbourhood Countries

Algeria, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Egypt, Georgia, Jordan, Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, Palestine, Syria, Tunisia

Sci-tech Agreement

Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, India, Japan, South Korea, Mexico, New Zealand, Russia, South Africa, USA

The participants are expected from 15th till 20st September 2016. No pick up at/drop off to the airports will be organised out of the given dates.
The participants are selected through national selections set by organisations and institutions affiliated to EUCYS. Direct registrations of individuals or non affiliated organisations are not authorised.
Nationals of most third countries outside the European Economic Area (EEA) are under an obligation to hold a visa for a proposed stay of a maximum duration of 3 months on the territory of the SCHENGEN States. If you need a VISA to come to Belgium:

  1. The participant have to complete the registration information online;
  2. The participant requests its invitation to the organiser once the registration is completed;
  3. The organiser issues the invitation;
  4. The participant fulfils all requirements needed and handle his/her request with the embassy or consulate in charge for Belgian visas.

Remarks

  • The participant is fully responsible to handle his visa in due time and to provide all required documents to obtain it;
  • The organisers will not be responsible if a participant does not receive his visa on time to travel;
  • The visa request should be entered at least 2 months in advance;
  • The visa costs 60€ + the administrative cost;
  • The participant wishing to extend its stay must be able to justify the additional time (hotel booking, etc.) when requesting its visa.

Usefull links

  • Quick check if you need a VISA
  • List of country requiring a VISA
  • List of Belgian embassies/consulates (for short term VISA, Belgium can be represented by another Schengen Country)
  • Requirements for a VISA application on the immigration office website Tips:
    1. Minor children must submit an application form signed by a person with parental authority or by a legal guardian and If travelling without them. This means papers from both parents (requested to avoid parental rape);
    2. A cover letter from the organisation to the person responsible is an asset;
    3. If the list of participants is changing, the invitation must be updated;
    4. It might be requested at the border to prove that every person is having 50€/day;
    5. For minor children, this might include information about the parents; registration evidence to the following scholar year is an asset;
    6. The proof of transport is not required when you lodge the visa application, to avoid unnecessary costs but might be asked.
The registration deadline is set on 1st June 2016 for the NO and participants and on 1st July 2016 for the accompanying persons.
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The organisers are taking care of the European participants and escorts tickets.

Nevertheless, would you like to join the event and have to buy your own tickets, Lufthansa Group Partner Airlines offer a comprehensive global route network linking major cities around the world. They offer special prices and conditions to participants, visitors, exhibitors, invited guests as well as employees of the Contracting partner and their travel companions.

To make a reservation, please click on www.lufthansa.com/event-booking_en and enter the access code BEZZYLD in the « Access to Your Special Lufthansa Offer » area. This will open an online booking platform that will automatically calculate the discount offered or provide you with an even better offer if another promotional fare is available.
NOTE: Pop-ups must be enabled otherwise the booking platform window will not open.

These promotional fares are also available through your IATA / ARC travel agent. Travel agents can obtain ticketing instructions by sending an email to lufthansa.mobility@dlh.de and providing the access code as a reference.