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# FAQ

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## Milestones

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<li>**11 May 2026** Financial Aid Programme second-round application deadline</li>
<li>**28 July 2026** Financial Aid receipt submission deadline</li>
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## Questions
<Accordion title="When and where is EuroPython 2025 taking place?" id="when-where">
<Accordion title="When and where is EuroPython 2026 taking place?" id="when-where">

EuroPython 2025 will take place on **1420 July 2025**. Mark your calendars!
EuroPython 2026 will take place on **1319 July 2026**. Mark your calendars!

The conference will return to **Prague, Czech Republic**, with the main conference hosted at the [Prague Congress Centre (PCC)](https://www.praguecc.cz/en/homepage).
The conference will return to **Kraków, Poland**, with the main conference hosted at the [ICE Kraków Congress Centre](https://icekrakow.pl/en).

Need help getting around? Check out [how to navigate Prague](/venue) and our volunteer-curated [Prague exploration tips](/prague).
Need help getting around? Check out [how to navigate Kraków](/venue) and our volunteer-curated [Kraków exploration tips](/krakow).

</Accordion>

<Accordion title="What will the schedule look like?" id="schedule">

The conference will be organised into three phases:

1. **Monday & Tuesday (14 & 15 July):** Tutorials Days
2. **Wednesday – Friday (1618 July):** Main Conference Days
3. **Saturday & Sunday (19 & 20 July):** Sprint Days
1. **Monday & Tuesday (13 & 14 July):** Tutorials Days
2. **Wednesday – Friday (1517 July):** Main Conference Days
3. **Saturday & Sunday (18 & 19 July):** Sprint Days

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<Accordion title="What will the programme include?" id="programme">


Expect a diverse programme with around **20 hands-on tutorials & workshops**, **120 talks**, and interactive discussions and events.
Expect a diverse programme with around **16 hands-on tutorials & workshops**, **90 talks**, and interactive discussions and events.

We aim to cover the many ways Python is used to solve problems and create exciting projects. Below is a brief overview of the different session types:

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Signup details for each event are usually available on its specific event page.

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Curious about what to expect? Check out the [EP2024 programme](https://ep2024.europython.eu/schedule/) for inspiration.
Curious about what to expect? Check out the [EP2025 programme](https://ep2025.europython.eu/schedule/) for inspiration.


We are always keen to hear new ideas on how to enrich the programme and other activities you are interested in organising.
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<Accordion title="When can I submit a talk proposal?" id="submit">

Sadly, at this point you cannot. The [Call for Proposals (CfP)](/cfp) was open from **the 10th of January to the 3rd of February 2025** (including an extension of the original deadline).
Sadly, at this point you cannot. The [Call for Proposals (CfP)](/cfp) was open from **the 19th of February to the 5th of March 2026**.

Need support with your submission? Explore our [Speaker Mentorship Programme](/mentorship) for guidance.

</Accordion>

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This year, the first **100 proposals** will be quickly screened by the programme team, and feedback for possible improvements will be provided.

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Once the CfP closes, all proposals go through **community voting and two rounds of review and refinement** to finalise the programme.

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Learn more about our selection process [here](/selection).

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Got any questions? Reach out to us at [programme@europython.eu](mailto:programme@europython.eu).

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<Accordion title="When do ticket sales start, and how much will they cost?" id="tickets">

Ticket sales are already open! For more info, check out our [tickets](/tickets) page. Capacity is limited, so hurry up.

</Accordion>

*/}
<Accordion title="Is there a Financial Aid Programme for EuroPython 2026?" id="financial-aid">

Yes! Our Financial Aid Programme for EuroPython 2026 is now open!
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<Accordion title="Can I get a visa support letter for my application?" id="visa">

Yes. We have a dedicated [Visa Information Page](/visa) with details on how to obtain the support letter. Please refer to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Czech Republic for information, including the application process for a [Schengen visa for the purpose of “business” when attending a conference](https://mzv.gov.cz/jnp/en/information_for_aliens/short_stay_visa/conference.html).

Yes. We have a dedicated [Visa Information Page](/visa) with details on how to obtain the support letter. For visa requirements and the application process, please refer to the official Polish Ministry of Foreign Affairs visa guidance. If you are attending the conference, you will generally need to apply for a short-stay Schengen visa (C-type) if your stay does not exceed 90 days within a 180-day period, and you should submit your application through the appropriate Polish consulate or via the e-Konsulat system, depending on your location.
</Accordion>

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<Accordion title="When can sponsors start signing up?" id="sponsors">

Sponsorship sign-up is now open. Some packages may be limited, so don't wait and sign up soon!
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Our goal is to make EuroPython sponsorship accessible to a wide range of organisations eager to support the community. If you're interested in sponsoring EuroPython 2025 or future editions, please get in touch with our sponsors team at sponsoring@europython.eu.
</Accordion>

*/}
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<Accordion title="Where can I find accessibility information and directions to some of the rooms?" id="accessibility">
You can find detailed information about accessibility and how to navigate the venues, including lifts, room locations, and other facilities, on our [Accessibility page](/accessibility).
</Accordion>

*/}
<Accordion title="How can I join the conference Discord server?" id="discord">
During the event, we provide a Discord server for announcements, social interactions, and all other digital communication.
Please join the server using this [Discord invitation link](/discord).
We’ll share details on how to join the Discord server closer to the conference.
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title: Visa Information
subtitle: If you want to attend EuroPython 2025 in Prague, the Czech Republic, you should first verify whether you need a visa to enter the Czech Republic, and apply for one as soon as possible if you do.
subtitle: If you want to attend EuroPython 2026 in Kraków, Poland, you should first verify whether you need a visa to enter Poland, and apply for one as soon as possible if you do.
---

# Visa Information

## Requirements

If you want to attend EuroPython 2025 in Prague, the Czech Republic, you should first verify whether you need a visa to enter the Czech Republic, and apply for one **as soon as possible** if you do. It's also advisable to **secure a visa appointment well in advance of your planned application date** due to high demand and potential delays some people encountered last year.
If you want to attend EuroPython 2026 in Kraków, Poland, you should first verify whether you need a visa to enter Poland, and apply for one **as soon as possible** if you do. It's also advisable to **secure a visa appointment well in advance of your planned application date** due to high demand and potential delays.

[This list of countries](https://www.mzv.cz/jnp/en/information_for_aliens/short_stay_visa/list_of_states_whose_citizens_are/index.html) defines if you require a visa to visit the Czech Republic.
Please review the official [Poland visa information](https://www.gov.pl/web/diplomacy/visas) and the [European Commission Schengen visa policy guidance](https://home-affairs.ec.europa.eu/policies/schengen/visa-policy_en) to confirm whether you need a visa to visit Poland.

**NOTE**: The Czech Republic is part of the EU, and part of the Schengen Area. So if you already have a valid Schengen visa, you may **NOT** need to apply for an Czech visa. Please check the website above and consult your local consular office or embassy, if you are uncertain.
**NOTE**: Poland is part of the EU and part of the Schengen Area. So if you already have a valid Schengen visa, you may **NOT** need to apply for a separate Polish visa. Please check the guidance above and consult your local Polish consular office or embassy if you are uncertain.

If you do need a visa to attend EuroPython 2025, you can lodge a visa application issued for **[Short Stay (C), up to 90 days, for the purpose of “Business /Conference"](https://www.mzv.cz/jnp/en/information_for_aliens/short_stay_visa/conference.html)**. We recommend you do this as soon as possible.
If you do need a visa to attend EuroPython 2026, you will typically need a **[Schengen visa (C-Type)](https://www.gov.pl/web/usa-en/visas---general-information)** for a stay of up to 90 days. Please check the requirements of the Polish consular post where you will apply, as supporting documents may vary by country.

Please make sure you read all the visa pages carefully and prepare all the required documents before making your application. **The EuroPython organisers are not able nor qualified to give visa advice.**

Should you require a visa to travel to the Czech Republic, even though it is still possible to submit your visa application 15 days before your planned travel date, it is strongly advisable to apply **as soon as possible**, as it can sometimes take more than a month to receive a decision.
Should you require a visa to travel to Poland, even though it may still be possible to submit your visa application closer to your planned travel date, it is strongly advisable to apply **as soon as possible**, as it can sometimes take more than a month to receive a decision.

## Visa Support Letter

Every registered attendee is welcome to request a visa support letter issued by the EuroPython Society, should you need one for your visa application!

Simply fill in the form **1 week before your planned visa application**:

<Button url="https://forms.gle/fJPPgcKFccFmAe2g9"> Visa Support Letter Request Form</Button>
<Button url="https://forms.gle/5ad6auPCV3S3t9vn9"> Visa Support Letter Request Form</Button>

We will send you the completed letter via email.

Please note that we only issue visa support letters to confirmed attendees. We kindly ask you to purchase your ticket before filling in the request form. If your company purchased the ticket on your behalf, please ask them to register you as an attendee, so you have the order code ready for the form.

If you are a speaker and have not yet received your speaker voucher to register a ticket, you are welcome to complete the request form, indicating this in your submission.

If you find your visa application unsuccessful after the deadline for a refund (see [terms](/terms/#4-refunds)), you can submit a special refund request by writing to [refunds@europython.eu](mailto:refunds@europython.eu).

## Other questions

If you have any questions, please send an email to: [board@europython.eu](mailto:board@europython.eu).
If you have any questions, please send an email to: [visa@europython.eu](mailto:visa@europython.eu).
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