The dates of the 26^th EFORT Annual Congress in Lyon, France, are from 11 to 13 June 20254 at the CCL - Centre de Congrès de Lyon.

In France, the standard time is Central European Time (CET; UTC+01:00), similar as in Berlin, Madrid, Rome or Vienna.

THE CONGRESS BADGES

• All delegates and guests will receive a name badge at the registration desk.
• The badge will be the official meeting document and should be worn at all times in order to gain entry into the meeting rooms and exhibition halls.
• With a delegate's badge, participation will be granted into the scientific programme.
• Admission to the congress will not be allowed without badge identification.

REGISTRATION DESK OPENING HOURS**

• Tuesday 10 June 2025  > 14:00-18:00 GMT+1
• Wednesday 11 June 2025 > 08:00-18:30 GMT+1
• Thursday 12 June 2025 > 07:30-18:00 GMT+1
• Friday 13 June 2025 > 07:30-18:00 GMT+1

** = Times may be subject to change

CONGRESS SCIENTIFIC SESSIONS & EXHIBITION OPENING HOURS**

Wednesday 11 June 2025

• Scientific sessions are open 09:00-18:30 GMT+1
• Exhibition hours are 09:00-17:30 GMT+1 

Thursday 12 June 2025

• Scientific sessions  are open 08:00-18:30 GMT+1
• Exhibition hours are 09:00-17:30 GMT+1

Friday 13 June 2025

• Scientific sessions are open 08:00-18:30 GMT+1
• Exhibition hours are 09:00-16:30 GMT+1

** = Times may be subject to change

THE CONGRESS OFFICAL APP

The EFORT Congress is full paperless, no other supports are available a part the Congress Floor plans and the EFORT Congress 3-Day Schedule posters at the Congress Venue. Therefore, avoid internet traffic jams on-site and seize the opportunity to download our EFORT 2025 Congress App in advance! 

Download the EFORT Mobile App – Search for EFORT in your application store for iOS (iPhone and iPad) and/or Android systems and download the App!

MORE INFORMATION AVAILABLE SOON

CONGRESS LANGUAGE

The official language of the 26^th EFORT Annual Congress Lyon 2025 is English. Therefore all abstract submissions and presentations must be in English.

CERTIFICATE OF EUROPEAN CME CREDITS

An application has been made in due time to the EACCME for CME accreditation of this event. More information will be available in due time.

REDUCED MOBILITY PEOPLE ACCESS

The CCL - Centre de Congrès de Lyon is accessible to people with reduce mobility. 

FOOD AND REFRESHMENTS

Lunch and refreshments are not included in the registration fee. You can buy lunch and refreshments in several catering areas within the congress centre.

LIABILITY AND INSURANCE

• The conference secretariat and organizers cannot accept liability for personal accidents or loss of or damage to private property of participants, either during or indirectly arising from the 26^th EFORT Annual Congress Lyon 2025.
• Participants are advised to take out their own personal health and travel insurance for their trip.

PASSPORT AND VISAS

• France is a member of the European Union and belongs to the Schengen area.
• Please note that all travellers, except for those exempt from visa requirement, should apply for the corresponding visa at the local French Diplomatic or Consular Offices before their arrival.
• People in possession of a valid residence permit or a valid long-term visa issued by another Member State, should check the validity of their visa in order to avoid any inconvenience.
• If an entry visa is required, please allow sufficient time for this procedure:
• Submit your visa application in person and three months before you travel to France in order to avoid any inconvenience.
• The process may take longer in certain countries, so we recommend that you contact the nearest French Diplomatic or Consular Offices to determine your personal case.
• For more information visit the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs website: https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/en/

INVITATION LETTERS

EFORT will send invitation letters for visa purposes to registered participants only. To request an official letter of invitation for your visa application, be sure to have the following information ready when processing your request: your full name as it appears on the passport and your passport number.

Disclaimer: This procedure is intended to assist participants who need to obtain a visa or permission to attend the EFORT Congress 2025 and is not an official invitation covering fees and/ or any other expenses or financial support for the conference. EFORT is not to be held responsible for the outcome of your visa application. Those persons needing an official invitation letter in order to attend the congress may contact [email protected] specifying the necessary details.

NO-SMOKING POLICY

Smoking is strictly prohibited during all meetings and sessions and in exhibition halls at all times.

FRANCE | LYON TIME ZONE

In France the standard time is Central European Time (CET; UTC+01:00), similar as in Berlin, Madrid, Rome or Vienna.