REGISTRATION & CONFERENCE PASSES
How do I register?
You can register for the conference by via our Fees and Registration page.
I am a member of ECTA, do I receive discount for my conference registration?
Yes, but to qualify for the Member delegate rates, ECTA Membership MUST be paid in full prior to the conference (and prior to payment of the registration invoice). Some Members may be entitled to one or several free passes and we will be in touch with Key Member Contacts as soon as possible to advise about this. For further details please contact
Can I receive any additional discount?
An "Early Bird" discount is available for delegates attending the conference if registered and paid before c.o.b Friday 30 September 2016. Members also receive discount for attending ECTA events conference (please note membership needs to be paid and up-to-date). Members may also be entitled to one or several free passes. We will be in touch with Member Key Contacts to advise about this as soon as possible. Please contact
Are there group discounts available?
Group discounts are also for paying delegates available as follows:
For companies sending 2+ paying delegates, 25% reduction in the registration fee when registering for the same registration type and if registered and paid for at the same time.
How much does the conference cost?
There are range of different prices available depending on whether you are an ECTA Member, National Regulatory or Competition Authority, Government/Ministry representative etc A full list of prices may be found by clicking here IMPORTANT NOTES:
- Prices are in Euros excluding Belgian VAT at 21% which is payable on all registrations *
- We now also require a VAT/TVA number for ALL paying customers.
- If you are EXEMPT from Belgian VAT, please provide a Certificate 15.10 to
* unless a Belgian VAT Number is provided
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Click here for a list of what's included in your conference fee
Are lunch and refreshments included?
Yes, refreshments and lunch are included in your delegate pass as well as participation in the Cocktail Reception on Wednesday 9 November (depending on which type of delegate pass you have purchased). Please look at the conference programme for timings. If you have any special dietary requirements, please email
Conference Programme Day 1 - Wednesday 9 November 2016
Conference Programme Day 2 - Thursday 10 November 2016
Special Requirements - disability or dietary
If you have any disabilities that we need to be aware of, or special dietary requirements, please let
What if I need to cancel?
Cancellations must be submitted in writing to
PAYMENT
When do I need to pay for my conference registration?
Once you have submitted your completed registration form to us, we require full payment within 5 days from the invoice date. Full payment must be received prior to the Conference if this is sooner. The registration system will give you the choice of paying immediately by credit card or by wire transfer. Early-bird registrations must be paid by the end of 30 September 2016 to secure that rate otherwise the Standard Rate will apply.
How can I pay for the conference?
Our preferred method of payment is by wire transfer once you have received our invoice. Please arrange payment within five day or as soon as possible. Early-Bird payments need to be paid by 30 September 2016. Payment is also accepted by credit card. You will need to complete the credit card payment fields on the registration form and provide the full credit card number, card holder's address details, expiry date, CVC number (3 digit security code on back of card).
How can I get a receipt for my credit card payment?
For credit card payments, an invoice will be raised upon receipt of payment which will act as your receipt. We are happy to scan/ or fax a copy of the invoice/receipt for your records until you receive the original in the post which will sent the day it is raised. Contact
VENUE & TRAVEL
How do I get to the venue?
The entire event will be taking place at the Management Centre Europe. For more information about the venue including telephone number, address and a map, please see the Conference Venue section on our event website.
How do I find more information about Brussels Airport and flights to Brussels?
There are two airports in Brussels: Brussels Zaventem National Airport (BRU) and Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL).
See the list below for some of the major Airlines that fly to Brussels within Europe:
What about accommodation?
The cost of accommodation is not included in the conference fee and we always recommend you book your accommodation early. ECTA has negotiated exclusive preferential rates at five top quality hotels close to the venue with room rates ranging from €97.75 to €178.28 for a single room occupancy per night including breakfast and City Tax. Please see details here.
Do I need a visa to attend the this event?
PLEASE CHECK WITH YOUR LOCAL BELGIAN EMBASSY BEFORE TRAVELLING. Nationals of the European union (excluding UK and Ireland) and Switzerland will need an Identity Card. Nationals of the UK and Ireland, and countries outside the EU, need a valid passport. Belgian law requires everyone to carry some form of official identification at all times. Participants that require a visa in order to enter Belgium are reminded that they must obtain the visa before travelling. Should you require an invitation letter to support your visa application then please let us know and we will do our best to assist you with this. Please note however that we will only be able to supply invitation letters to delegates who have already registered and confirmed their participation at the event.
PLEASE LEAVE ENOUGH TIME TO REQUEST AN INVITATION LETTER FROM ECTA. DUE TO THE AMOUNT OF REQUESTS, WE ARE UNABLE TO COURIER LETTERS TO YOU, THEY WILL BE SENT THROUGH THE POST OR SCANNED.
DURING AND AFTER THE EVENT
What is the Dress Code for this event?
Speakers and delegates are required to wear formal business attire whilst attending the conference.
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Yes. You will be given an attendee list when you collect your badge from the registration desk on arrival at the conference.
Can I receive a copy of the presentations?
Yes, presentations will be made available on our website, shortly after the conference (approximately Monday 14 November 2016). To access this feature you must use a Password that we will email to all Members and delegates when the presentations are available. The distribution of presentation materials is subject to the speakers' permission. If you are unable to attend the event and are not a member of ECTA, it is possible to purchase a password to access material on the website after the event. For more details please call +44 (0)118 979 3282 or contact Sara Russell at
Discounts are available on multiple registrations click here for details
