An exhibition guidance of MEDICA 2023！
MEDICA, the world's leading medical exhibition, will be held in conjunction with COMPAMED, the trade fair for medical technology solutions, from 13-16 November 2023 in Düsseldorf, Germany. Based on the current participation, both the booked space and the number of exhibitors have exceeded the previous year's level.MEDICA 2023 is expected to have more than 6,213 exhibitors from 70 countries and tens of thousands of visitors from all over the world.
Noteworthy: the number of Chinese exhibitors increased from more than 700 last year to 1,496.
As the exhibition is about to start, Johnson Board clear up the German immigration policy and exhibition guide for the reference of exhibitors and visitors!
I. Pre-trip preparation:
Required:
1. Original passport (valid for more than 6 months) + Copy of Passport's First Page
2. Scanned and electronic copies of a valid German visa (note the date of validity and duration of stay)
3. Electronic itinerary
4. Ticket orders
5. Hotel orders
6. Invitation letter, booth confirmation letter, admission card and other related materials
Note: If you are entering Europe with a visa from another Schengen country, please check with the local authorities in advance for entry restrictions in those countries.
Other:
1. Confirmation of departure time and place;
2. Clothing preparation: West Germany regional climate in winter on average 0-10℃, morning and evening temperature difference of about 5-10℃, travelling dress should be protected from the cold and warmth, and formal attire is preferred for business negotiations during the exhibition.
3. European hotels generally do not provide toothbrush, toothpaste, slippers and other toiletries, visitors need to prepare their own, but some hotels will provide bath fluid, hair conditioner, body lotion;
4. The euro is the legal tender of the euro zone, and it is not convenient to exchange RMB in Europe. For your convenience, you'd better prepare a small denomination of euros;
5. Valuables must be declared when passing through customs to avoid paying taxes when returning;
6. Depending on your health condition, bring along commonly used medicines in case of emergency;
7. As German sockets are not the same as Chinese ones, it is recommended to bring your own universal converter sockets (double round socket);
8、When travelling by air, lithium battery products and valuables should not be placed in the checked baggage, if damaged, the airline will only compensate according to the weight of the baggage.
9. Strong suitcases with wheels are recommended for easy check-in and carry-on. Please tear off the "check-in tag" after collecting your baggage at your destination to avoid confusion at the next check-in and your baggage being sent to the wrong destination.
II. Exhibition Guide:
Time
Name
Düsseldorf Exhibition Center Germany
Address
Stockumer Kirchstraße 61, D-40474 Düsseldorf, Germany
(Postfach 101006, D-40001 Düsseldorf)
Opening Hours
Set-up: 07 - 12 November 07:30 - 22:00
Duration: 13 - 16 November 08:30 - 19:00 (Exhibitors)
10:00 - 18:00 (Audience)
Withdrawal: 16 November 18:00 to 20 November 16:00
Note: Exhibitors are not allowed to leave the exhibition early during the exhibition period and on the last day, and any violation may affect the next registration for the exhibition.
Halls Plan
Medica has 17 exhibition halls with a total exhibition area of more than 150,000 square metres. The halls plan as follows:
l Halls 9 - 11, 14 - 17: MED TECH & DEVICES
l Halls 1, 3: LAB & DIAGNOSTICS
l Hall 12: DIGITAL HEALTH
l Halls 4, 5: PHYSIO TECH
l Halls 5, 6, 7a, 7.0, 7.1: DISPOSABLES
Route
How to get the Exhibitor's License?
Exhibitors need to redeem their e-Exhibitor badge online at ticket shop on the official website of the Congress according to the 12-digit exhibitor badge redemption code received and the operation procedure.
Redemption site:
MEDICA: www.medica.de/exh-codes-en
COMAPEMD: www.compamed.de/exh-codes-en
The e-Exhibitor card is in real name and cannot be changed or transferred. When redeeming and claiming, please carefully fill in and check the information of the actual user. After completing the redemption, please download the electronic version of the card to your mobile phone or print out the paper version to carry with you.
Note: Since January 2022, the exhibitor's card will no longer be valid for free travel on public transport in the city. If you need to use public transport, please buy a ticket. You can use the eezy.nrw function of Rheinbahn app.
Ticketing
Audience tickets are already available to purchase online, with the following prices for online and offline purchases:
三、Other Exhibiting Notes:
CE Marking
In the European Union, manufacturers are required to mark specific products with the "CE" mark, otherwise they cannot be marketed or exhibited. Scope of application of CE marking: Machinery / Interchangeable equipment / Toys / Personal protective equipment / Sports boats.
In the absence of a "CE" certificate, please print out the following text and paste it in a conspicuous place.
"This device, in the version exhibited here, does not comply with applicable legal requirements in the European Union and cannot be purchased in the European Economic Area until it complies accordingly". European Economic Area until it complies accordingly."
Intellectual Property
Exhibitors are not permitted to display pirated or infringing exhibits at the fair, or the Organisers reserve the right to require exhibitors to remove any exhibits alleged to be infringing intellectual property rights. Exhibitors found guilty of IPR infringement will be banned from future International Exhibitions in Düsseldorf. If you own intellectual property rights, you are advised to bring the relevant documents and certificates (original or notarised copies of patents, trademarks, registered designs or design patents) with you to the exhibition. If you have obtained proof of legally enforceable rights against your competitors, please bring the relevant documents with you.
IV. Chinese Embassy and Consulates in Germany:
Chinese Consulate General in Düsseldorf
1. Territorial area: Nordrhein-Westfalen
2. Office of the Consulate General: Schanzenstraße 131, 40549 Düsseldorf
3. Tel:
Commercial affairs: 0049 - 211 - 9099 6385
Passport and travel documents enquiry line: 0049 - 211 - 9099 6394
Consular protection telephone number (emergencies only): 0049 - 211 - 55080446
4. E-mail:
Consulate General email: chinaconsul_dus@mfa.gov.cn
Consular operations e-mail: dus@csm.mfa.gov.cn
This email address is for inquiries about consular services such as passports, travel documents, notarisation and other consular documents, and consular protection and assistance.
Chinese Consulate General in Frankfurt
1、Address: Stresemannallee 19-23, 60596 Frankfurt am Main
2、Consular protection:
Tel: 0049-69-69538633
Fax: 0049-69-75085510
More information: http://de.china-embassy.gov.cn/
Thank you for your support! Johnson Board is looking forward to meeting you at MEDICA 2023 in Germany to explore the future of the healthcare industry!