About Aware-2026

Conference Information

Join us for the International Conference on Addressing Waste and Recycle (AWARE 2026), taking place from March 16-18, 2026 in Vienna, Austria—renowned as the country’s Garden City. We have carefully selected a venue that offers excellent facilities and convenient access for international and local participants. We are confident you will find both the timing and location ideal for an engaging and productive experience.

Official Language

The official language of the conference is English. Translation and interpretation services will not be available onsite.

Local Weather

During March, Vienna typically experiences cool early-spring weather, with temperatures ranging between 3°C and 12°C. Occasional rain showers and chilly evenings are common, while sunnier days hint at the arrival of spring. Attendees are advised to dress in layers, carry a warm coat, and be prepared for varying indoor and outdoor conditions.

Dress Code

We recommend business casual attire. As meeting room temperatures may fluctuate, dressing in layers is advised to ensure comfort throughout the sessions.

Participant Guidelines

• Arrival Time: Please arrive at the conference venue at least 30 minutes prior to your scheduled session.
• Wi-Fi & Power Access:Complimentary Wi-Fi will be available. However, for safety reasons, power outlets will not be accessible in the meeting rooms.
• Courtesy: Kindly silence mobile devices before entering sessions. Flash photography is discouraged as sessions will be professionally recorded and photographed.
• Promotional Materials: The distribution of flyers, advertisements, or promotional content is strictly prohibited, unless officially authorized as an exhibitor or sponsor.

Visa Information

Schengen Visa

Austria is part of the Schengen Area, which allows short-term travel (up to 90 days within a 180-day period) for conference and business purposes.

Citizens of the following countries do not require a visa for short stays in Austria: European Union (EU) and European Economic Area (EEA) member states, Switzerland, United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, and several others.

Participants from countries requiring a visa must apply for a Schengen short-stay visa (Type C) at the Austrian Embassy or Consulate in their region. We strongly recommend submitting your visa application at least one month prior to the event to avoid delays.

For more details, please visit the official Austrian visa information portal:Federal Ministry Republic of Austria – Visa Information

https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/

Note: The AWARE 2026 Organizing Committee is not authorized to intervene in the visa application process beyond providing a formal invitation letter. Should your visa be declined, we regret that we cannot engage with the embassy or facilitate reconsideration.

Invitation Letter for Visa Application

Requests for an official invitation letter will only be considered under the following conditions:

• The requester is a confirmed author of an accepted oral or poster presentation, or
• The requester has completed registration payment in full

Please include the following information in your invitation request:

• Full Name (Family name and Given name)
• Title (Dr., Prof., Mr., Ms., etc.)
• Affiliation / Organization
• Full Postal Address
• Contact Number and Email
• Copy of Passport (required for visa purposes)
• Copy of passport

Contact Information

Name:AWARE 2026 Secretariat
Address: Prism Scientific Services Pty Ltd
302/480 Collins Street
Melbourne, VIC 3000, Australia Contact Number: +61 416 000 202