We are pleased to announce the list of accepted abstracts for SICOM 2026.
Congratulations to all authors whose abstracts have been accepted, and thank you for your valuable contributions to the congress.
Detailed information regarding your presentation and scholarship (if applicable) has been sent via email.
You may also download the attached file to check your abstract acceptance status.
Please refer to the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for important details that will help you prepare for your participation.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. When will the Presentation Number be announced?
The presentation number will be announced in November, after the withdrawal requests are finalized. We kindly ask for your patience until then.
2. My presentation type is different from what I applied for.
The final presentation type was determined by the Research Committee after careful review.
We kindly ask for your understanding that the presentation type cannot be changed once finalized.
3. How can I complete the complimentary registration?
Complimentary registration is provided for the presenting author and co-authors.
Please complete your registration at your earliest convenience to confirm your participation in SICOM 2026.
Complimentary Registration Guide
4. When will the Scholarship be provided?
For eligible scholarship recipients, the scholarship will be provided in cash on-site after their presentation has been verified.
(For Poster Exhibition presenters, it will be provided after their poster display has been confirmed on-site.)
The exact distribution location will be announced later.
5. Where can I find the Presentation Guidelines?
Please refer to the detailed Presentation Guidelines for each presentation type at the link below.
Presentation Guidelines
6. I need an Invitation Letter for my visa application.
After completing your complimentary registration, you may request an invitation letter through the link below.
Visa Invitation Letter Request
7. I need a Certificate of Tax Business Registration.
Once you complete your complimentary registration and apply for the visa invitation letter, the Certificate of Tax Business Registration will be issued together.
Please note that applying for a tourist visa is usually the most convenient option for entering Korea.
Visa Invitation Letter Request
8. I would like to withdraw my abstract.
The deadline for abstract withdrawal is Wednesday, October 28, 2026 (KST).
After this date, no modifications or withdrawals will be possible due to the abstract book production schedule.
For presenters who have submitted multiple abstracts,
please note that if any abstract is withdrawn, the scholarship will not be provided.
9. What documents are required to receive the Scholarship without tax withholding?
To receive the full scholarship amount without the 22% Korean withholding tax, eligible international presenters must submit the following documents:
1) Tax Residency Certificate: Issued by the tax authority of your country of residence, confirming your tax residency for 2026.
2) Application Form for Tax Exemption: Completed with the required information and signature.
Submission Deadline: October 29 (Thu), 2026 (KST)
Please note that submission of these documents does not guarantee tax exemption. Tax exemption is subject to final review and approval.
If the required documents are not submitted or tax exemption is not approved, 22% Korean withholding tax will apply (USD 350 → USD 273).
Please refer to your abstract acceptance email for detailed instructions regarding document submission.
We sincerely appreciate your active participation and contribution to SICOM 2026.
Should you have any further questions, please contact the Secretariat at sicom@planbear.co.kr.
We look forward to welcoming you to Seoul this November!