Important information
➤ Please begin the registration process by completing the requested details and preferences in the tabs above, starting with “Personal Information.”
➤ To submit your registration, all steps/tabs must be completed. Incomplete registrations cannot be saved for later completion. If you need to make any changes after submission, please contact us via email.
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Personal information
➤ Fields marked with (*) are mandatory.
Please select a valid type.
Select the event (IAFS, BAFS, or ISFRI) that represents your primary focus during the meeting. This does not restrict attendance to other sessions.
Please select a valid type.
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➤ By completing your registration, you consent to the inclusion of your name, institution, e-mail address, and phone number on a virtual business card, which will be printed on your conference badge. If you wish, you may also provide your LinkedIn or X (formerly Twitter) profile links to further facilitate professional networking with fellow delegates. Please provide a link to your profile.
➤ Please use only Latin characters without accents. Kindly ensure that all information is spelled correctly, as it will be used exactly as provided for your meeting badge.
➤ Participants travelling from outside the EU are advised to consult the European Travel Information and Authorisation System (ETIAS) for entry requirements.
➤ Participants requiring a visa to enter Bulgaria are strongly advised to submit their application at least two months prior to their intended travel date. Please note that the letter of invitation provided by the Organizers does not constitute a commitment of financial support. To assist with the visa process, an official letter of invitation will be sent via email once the payment of your registration fee has been received.
➤ Dietary requirements are limited to medical, religious, or ethical needs and do not include lifestyle choices.
Registration fees
For group registration (>5 pax) please contact us by e-mail: registration@iafs2026.com
To be entitled to the “Low-income” registration fee, your residence must be from a low-income economy. Please click here to view the full World Bank list.
➤ The full registration fee, the student registration fee and the low to lower-income fee includes:
- Access to all sessions
- Access to the exhibition
- Delegate’s kit, gift and online certificate
- Coffee breaks
- Luncheons
- Welcome reception
➤ The day registration fee (on nominated day) includes:
- Access to all sessions
- Delegate’s kit, gift and online certificate
- Coffee breaks
- Luncheon
| Accompanying Persons |
Early bird - 162 € / Standard - 208 € |
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➤ Accompanying Persons fee include: Opening Ceremony, Welcome Cocktail, Closing ceremony, Sofia city tour, gift
I would like to register the following accompanying person
Accommodation
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To guarantee your hotel booking,
a deposit of at least 50% of the total accommodation cost is required at the time of reservation.
Without this deposit, no accommodation can be guaranteed.
Full payment of the remaining balance must be completed by 1 April 2026.
If you wish to extend your stay or require additional nights outside of the reserved dates, please
contact us directly via email to check availability and arrange your booking.
*Аll prices are per night and include breakfast and taxes.
A bed in a double room can only be booked when both occupants are participants who explicitly identify each other and complete their own accommodation registration. If the second participant does not finalize their payment, the booking will automatically be converted to a single-room option.
If you are booking a room for a spouse, partner, or accompanying family member, please book a double room directly and provide the accompanying person’s name.
| Hotels |
Single room |
Double room** |
Bed in double room** |
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Grand Hotel Millennium Sofia – 5***** - Exclusive room Distance to venue: 0,5 km – 4 minutes walking distance |
270 € |
290 € |
145 € |
Grand Hotel Millennium Sofia – 5***** - Premium room Distance to venue: 0,5 km – 4 minutes walking distance |
310 € |
330 € |
165 € |
Hilton Sofia Hotel – 5***** - Standard room Distance to venue: 0,6 km – 5 minutes walking distance |
210 € |
240 € |
120 € |
Hilton Sofia Hotel – 5***** - Deluxe room Distance to venue: 0,6 km – 5 minutes walking distance |
230 € |
260 € |
130 € |
Grand Hotel Sofia – 5***** - Superior room Distance to venue: 1,2 km – 17 minutes walking distance |
210 € |
230 € |
115 € |
Grand Hotel Sofia – 5***** - Executive room Distance to venue: 1,2 km – 17 minutes walking distance |
230 € |
250 € |
125 € |
InterContinental – 5***** - Standard room Distance to venue: 1,4 km – 19 minutes walking distance |
200 € |
230 € |
115 € |
Marinela Hotel Sofia – 5***** - Standard room Distance to venue: 1.8 km – 20 minutes walking distance |
140 € |
160 € |
80 € |
Marinela Hotel Sofia – 5***** - Deluxe room Distance to venue: 1.8 km – 20 minutes walking distance |
170 € |
190 € |
95 € |
| 4**** hotels |
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Rosslyn Thracia Hotel Sofia – 4**** Distance to venue: 1,0 km – 14 minutes walking distance |
125 € |
150 € |
75 € |
Central Park Hotel – 4**** - Classic room Distance to venue: 0,2 km – 3 minutes walking distance |
140 € |
160 € |
80 € |
Central Park Hotel – 4**** - Superior room Distance to venue: 0,2 km – 3 minutes walking distance |
160 € |
180 € |
90 € |
Downtown Hotel – 4**** Distance to venue: 0,5 km – 4 minutes walking distance |
95 € |
120 € |
60 € |
| 3*** hotels |
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Hemus Hotel – 3*** - Standard room Distance to venue: 1.1 km – 10 minutes walking distance |
60 € |
80 € |
40 € |
Hemus Hotel – 3*** - Classic room Distance to venue: 1.1 km – 10 minutes walking distance |
75 € |
95 € |
43 € |
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CONGRESS WORKSHOPS
To be announced
Social events
Please indicate whether you will attend any of the following social events:
Please note that the Welcome Cocktail is included in the main registration fee, and we kindly ask you to please indicate if you will be attending. If you select more than one person, this is only possible when an accompanying person has been added and the corresponding accompanying person fee has been paid.
This party is hosted by ISFRI and is open to all attendees of IAFS 2026. Further details, including dress code, will be shared soon.
Step onto a Hollywood movie set and be immersed in another world! Surrounded by ancient decor, enjoy an unforgettable evening celebrating Bulgarian history and traditions. This is a paid, not to be missed event for all who want a truly magical experience. The seats are limited.
Excursions
Explore Bulgaria
Bulgaria—the oldest country in Europe to keep its name since 681 AD—is a land where history, culture, and nature collide. Discover vibrant folk songs and dances, ancient Thracian treasures, UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and the rose oil and yoghurt that have made Bulgaria famous worldwide.
From soaring mountain peaks to sun-kissed beaches, hidden gems, and rich traditions, this magical country invites you to experience a journey unlike any other. Bulgaria is ready to reveal its secrets - are you ready to explore?
Explore our curated excursions – click on each linked name for full details about the places you’ll visit and the experiences that await, or browse all options on the official meeting website.
Sofia City Tour
29 €
An expert local guide will accompany you throughout the experience.
Duration: 2-3 hours
Plan: Set out to discover Sofia’s most iconic landmarks and hidden gems on foot.
*Please note that a group of 15 pax is needed for the excursion to take place.
Rila Monastery
99 €
The price covers transportation, an experienced guide, a lunch box, and entry fees.
Duration: Around 6 hours
Plan: Departing from Sofia, explore the magnificent Rila Monastery and its serene surroundings before returning to the capital.
*Please note that a group of 15 pax is needed for the excursion to take place.
Plovdiv
99 €
The price includes transport, guide, lunch box and entrance fees.
Duration: One day excursion
Plan: Departing from Sofia, explore the vibrant city of Plovdiv—Europe’s oldest continuously inhabited city—and its remarkable historic sites before returning to the capital.
*Please note that a group of 15 pax is needed for the excursion to take place.
Koprivshtica
99 €
The price includes transport, guide, lunch box and entrance fees.
Duration: One day excursion
Plan: Departing from Sofia, explore the charming town of Koprivshtitsa—famous for its preserved Revival-era architecture, vibrant history, and picturesque streets—before returning to the capital.
*Please note that a group of 15 pax is needed for the excursion to take place.
Valley of the Thracian Kings and Roses
299 €
The price covers transportation, accommodation, dinner, lunch box, an experienced guide, entry fees and wine testing.
Duration: Two-day excursion
Plan: Departing from Sofia, explore the breathtaking Valley of the Thracian Kings, home to ancient tombs and archaeological treasures. Experience the famous Rose Valley and enjoy an overnight stay at a charming wine château before returning to the capital.
*Please note that a group of 15 pax is needed for the excursion to take place.
Veliko Tarnovo, open-air museum Etara and Sokolski Monastery
299 €
The price covers transportation, accommodation, dinner, lunch box, an experienced guide and entry fees.
Duration: Two-day excursion
Plan: Departing from Sofia, journey to the historic city of Veliko Tarnovo, famed for its medieval fortress and charming hillside streets. Experience traditional Bulgarian crafts and culture at the open-air museum Etara, and visit the serene Sokolski Monastery nestled in the mountains.
*Please note that a group of 15 pax is needed for the excursion to take place.
Nessebar and Sozopol – The pearls of the Black Sea
349 €
The price covers transportation, accommodation, dinner, lunch box, an experienced guide and entry fees.
Duration: Two-day excursion
Plan: Departing from Sofia, explore the charming coastal towns of Nessebar and Sozopol, rich in history, culture, and breathtaking seaside views. Wander through cobblestone streets, admire ancient churches, and enjoy the unique atmosphere of Bulgaria’s Black Sea gems.
*Please note that a group of 15 pax is needed for the excursion to take place.
Prohodna cave – The Eyes of God
99 €
The price covers transportation, an experienced guide and a lunch box.
Duration: Around 6 hours
Plan: Departing from Sofia, visit the remarkable Prohodna Cave, famously known as “The Eyes of God” for its naturally formed eye-shaped openings. Explore this unique natural wonder and its stunning surroundings before returning to the capital.
*Please note that a group of 15 pax is needed for the excursion to take place.
Transfers (Sofia Airport ↔ Hotel) – €32 per person, per direction
Arrival: I would like a transfer from Vasil Levski Sofia Airport to my hotel:
Departure: I would like a transfer from my hotel to Vasil Levski Sofia Airport:
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Please provide your travel information upon registration, if available, or email your flight details no later than
5 days before your arrival.
Kindly note that the arrival transfer
must be paid in advance.
Invoices
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Notes:
- If you wish to make any changes to the information provided for the invoice, please notify us within
5 days of the payment date. After this period, CIC Ltd. will
no longer be able to modify issued invoices.
- Once payment is received, CIC Ltd. will send the invoice to the
email address you provided.
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Payment
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Please note that any handling fees, international transaction charges, or currency conversion costs are the sole responsibility of the participant and must be covered accordingly.
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Kindly note that international bank transfers can require up to 10 days to be processed and reflected in our account.
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On-site payments apply only to outstanding balances and can be settled at the event registration desk upon arrival, either in cash or by credit card. Accepted cards include
Visa, MasterCard, and Diners Club. Please note that American Express is not accepted. We kindly recommend settling your full payment in advance to ensure a smooth and hassle-free registration experience.
Policy
Cancellation policy
1. Registration
Cancellation must be made in writing and sent to the Registration Secretariat by email.
The notification should include all relevant details for a possible refund.
Refunds will be processed in the same form as the original payment.
Please note: Cancellations are only effective once a written acknowledgment is received from the Registration Secretariat.
2. Cancellation Fees for Registration
Until 2 March 2026: Administrative fee of €50 per participant.
From 2 March 2026 to 1 May 2026: 50% cancellation fee.
After 1 May 2026: No refund.
3. Accommodation Cancellation Policy
Full payment for hotel accommodation must be made no later than April 1st .
Until 30 March 2026: Full refund.
From 30 March until 30 April 2026: 50% cancellation fee.
After 30 April: No refund.
4. Social Events and Excursions
Payments for social events and excursions are non-refundable as of 1 May 2026.
Registration confirmation/receipt
All submitted registration forms are carefully and manually reviewed by the Registration Secretariat to ensure all details are accurate. Once your completed form, payment, and any required documentation have been verified, a personalized registration confirmation/receipt will be sent to your email.
Data Protection and Contact Details
By submitting this registration form, you confirm that you have read and agreed to the Terms, Conditions, and Privacy Policy of Company for International Congresses Ltd. (CIC), the only official registration and event agent for IAFS.
The data you provide (name, title, institution, email, phone, presentation details, etc.) will be used for:
Event administration, registration, scheduling, and communications
Printing your badge and creating a virtual business card
Sharing with organizers, speakers, and relevant participants for the scientific program
Publishing abstracts and event materials
Inclusion in the event mobile app
Media purposes: photos and videos may be taken, and by registering you consent to their use by CIC and IAFS across official channels
CIC strictly follows GDPR regulations. Your data will not be sold or shared for marketing. You may access, correct, or request deletion of your data at any time by contacting CIC as the IAFS Secretariat.
By registering, you also confirm that you have read and agree to the event Code of Conduct (PDF), and consent to its terms.
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