Thank you to those of you who were able to join us in person for making the journey and it was a great pleasure to see you there. We've enjoyed meeting old friends, and making new ones, whilst exchanging ideas and knowledge for the advancement of aesthetic plastic surgery. For those of you who could not make it this time but joined us virtually, thank you for being with us remotely.
As of May 21, Vienna’s hotels, restaurants and event locations have finally reopened. Entry regulations have also been eased, so a safe trip to Vienna is possible again.
We are looking forward to welcoming you in person in Vienna for our first hybrid ISAPS World Congress.
We have come up with many new program initiatives to make this premiere really attractive:
In addition to a top-class program featuring the best speakers in the world and the latest topics, the event will have parallel live operations on pre-operated complication cases. Watch as the masters of our profession plan and operate on these difficult cases during our SOS program. Of course, you can also enjoy the reunion of the many friends and colleagues who are yearning to talk and meet with one another again.
Vienna offers a wonderful atmosphere, having been named the most livable city in the world with its many cafés, restaurants and beer gardens. Plan to spend a bit more time in beautiful Vienna! You will not only support ISAPS with your visit, but also benefit from first-hand and first-class education.
I am looking forward to seeing you and to our first reunion after such a long time!
All the best.
Valid COVID-19 Vaccinations
For individuals vaccinated with an EMA-approved vaccine (Biontech, Moderna, AstraZeneca, Johnson & Johnson), the following regulations currently apply:
Note: Other vaccines (such as: Sputnik) are currently NOT recognized in Austria.
For recovered people, the following continues to apply:
They are exempt from testing for 180 days after expiration of the infection (March 18, 2021 or later). Evidence includes, for example, a certificate of segregation or a physician’s confirmation of an infection confirmed by molecular biology. Evidence of neutralizing antibodies counts for 90 days from the date of testing (June 16, 2021 or later).
Different validity periods are established for tests depending on reliability:
Please make sure, if you need a PCR test for entry, that it is not older than 48 hours.
This proof is required in order to check into a hotel in Vienna. This rule only applies to Vienna and does not relate to all of Austria.
PCR Tests must be renewed every 48 hours, antigen tests must be renewed every 24 hours in order to visit the convention center, hotels and restaurants.
There will be a testing station at the congress venue offering free tests. After a one-time registration, appointments can be made.