First of all, we are delighted to know that you will be attending the 23rd IUFoST World Food Congress, which, as you know, will take place in Hong Kong from 25 to 29 October 2026.
We would also like to express our sincere appreciation for your patience and understanding during the transition to our new registration platform, developed and implemented in collaboration with our new partner, Informa Markets.
Although we had anticipated only a brief interruption of a few days between the decommissioning of the previous registration system and the launch of the new platform, the transition required a little more time than expected, due in part to the exceptionally high number of participants. Throughout this period, we have made every effort to respond to as many enquiries as possible.
We are pleased to inform you that the new registration platform will be fully operational from Monday, 20 July. It has been designed to provide participants with access to all essential registration services, including official confirmation letters, documentation required for visa applications, links to preferential hotel booking arrangements, information on local and regional tourism opportunities, tickets for the Gala Dinner and the Fellows' Dinner (where applicable), as well as all other registration-related services.
Informa Markets will contact each registered participant to confirm their registration and, where applicable, assist with the payment process. Participants who have already completed their payment will receive a confirmation from Informa Markets and will be able to update their registration by selecting any additional options available through the new platform. Informa Markets will also coordinate badge production and the distribution of delegate materials.
The abstract review process is now in its final stages and will be completed within the next few days.
In addition, we are pleased to announce that the Early Bird registration rate has been extended to provide additional time for participants to benefit from the discounted registration fee.
As always, and until the conclusion of the Congress, the IUFoST Congress Secretariat remains at your disposal to assist with any questions, concerns, or specific requests.
Should you require any further information or assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us at iufost2026@informa.com.
Registration Fees
Congress Registration is now open!
All registrations may be completed using your local credit card currency. Payments will be processed by IUFoST2026 in US dollars (US$); however, the exchange rate applied by your credit card provider will appear on your billing statement. For general reference on current exchange rates, you may consult online currency conversion services such as https://wise.com/gb/currency-converter/. An Union Pay dedicated platform for online payment is under consideration.
If you have any questions, please contact us at iufost2026@informa.com.
| Early Bird (US$) ends 27 July |
Regular Registration (US$) | |
|---|---|---|
| Delegate (China) | 425 | 555 |
| Student (China)** | 215 | 280 |
| Delegate (International) | 600 | 800 |
| Delegate (Developing Country)* | 425 | 550 |
| Student (International) | 425 | 550 |
| Student (Developing Country)* ** | 215 | 280 |
| One day | 200 | 250 |
| Accompanying Person | 200 | 250 |
Registration & Abstract Submission Update
The final deadline for Oral abstract submissions is 15 July 2026.
Poster abstract submissions will continue to be accepted after this date.
Participants whose abstracts are accepted will still be eligible to register at the Early Bird rate for a limited period following the notification of abstract acceptance.
Registration Fee Includes:
- Admission to all Scientific Sessions
- Access to the Exhibition and Poster Areas
- Coffee breaks and lunches during the Congress
- Digital access to the abstract book and full programme
- Abstract Book (Restricted Access) This section provides access to downloadable presentation materials and documents from keynote lectures and Congress activities that have been approved by the organisers for public sharing. Access to these materials may be restricted to registered participants only and may require authentication, such as entering an access code, before viewing or downloading the content.
- Final Programme (Official PDF)
A downloadable PDF compiling all Congress information, including the welcome message, IUFoST Scientific Committee, general information, programme overview and detailed programme, venue information and floor plans, and sponsor logos.
Accompanying Person Entitlements
- Coffee breaks in the exhibition area
- Access to the Opening Ceremony and Welcome Reception
Photo and Video Policy
Registration for the Congress constitutes consent to the use of photographs and video recordings taken during the event by authorised Congress personnel and media partners for future promotional and archival purposes.
Official Invitation Letter
An official Invitation Letter will be available for download via the registration system after a registration account has been created.
Cancellation and Refund Policy
All scientific participants, including oral and poster presenters, must register as full participants and pay the applicable registration fee. Registration is confirmed only upon receipt of payment.
All cancellation requests must be submitted in writing to iufost2026@informa.com.
