Fees and registration

Benefits of Attending

Over the course of this programme, you will hear and network with some of the world’s most experienced academics and practitioners. Most importantly, the conference is a chance for you to test, shape, and share your ideas, away from the day-to-day challenges of meetings, emails, and ‘to do’ lists.

You will have the opportunity to participate in:

• Plenary sessions: hear from keynote speakers and engage in enlightening discussions.
• Presentations: hhear about cutting-edge research from speakers, with the opportunity to comment and ask questions.
• Networking: informal and formal opportunities to get to know fellow participants and expand your professional network.

Conference fee

In addition to the presentation programme, the conference fee will include keynote speeches, delegate networking opportunities, and opportunities to meet with sponsors and exhibitors, refreshment breaks, lunch and a conference dinner.

Complimentary and discounted registration

In line with our commitment to inclusivity and diversity, the University of Edinburgh Business School is offering two complimentary delegate spaces at the Edinburgh Financial Technology Conference to individuals from countries designated as developing by the OECD.

We encourage potential delegates from countries listed on the UK government's website under to apply. These allocated spaces are limited and aimed at enabling meaningful engagement and diverse dialogues in the crucial areas of credit management and financial decision-making.

Interested individuals are encouraged to apply no later than Thursday 26 March 2026 by emailing the following information to FinTechConf@business-school.ed.ac.uk:

Your name and contact details;

• Tell us (in as much detail as you are comfortable with) how you fit the criteria (max 200 words);
• How would attending this event help with your career goals? (max 200 words);
• Are there any topics you are particularly interested in? (max 200 words).

Please detail any experience that you have of financial technology (e.g., area of study, work experience).

Fees

*In a full-time academic post at the time of the conference
**Currently studying for a PhD at the time of the conference

Fees include access to conference sessions, refreshments, lunches and conference dinner. Delegate rates are VAT exclusive.

Visa requirements

Depending on where you are travelling from, there are a few simple rules for travelling to Scotland. Information is available on regulations concerning the length of your stay, how much money you can bring, and what products you can take in and out of the country.

Application forms, information on how to apply for a visa, as well as guidance for visitors coming to the UK is available on the official UK Government website.

View official guidance on entering the UK

From April 2025, all visitors who do not need a visa will need an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) to travel to the UK.

Apply for an electronic travel authorisation (ETA)

Programme changes

It may be necessary for reasons beyond our control to change the content and timing of the programme, the speakers, the date or the venue at any time prior to the event date.

Event conduct

The organisers are committed to providing a productive, welcoming and safe environment for discussion and all participants are expected to behave in a professional manner. Anyone who, in the reasonable opinion of the organisers, fails to behave professionally towards speakers, staff and other delegates will be asked to leave the Conference and no refund will be given.

Payment information

All registration fees must be paid in full before the start of the conference. Any outstanding registration fees must be paid before any joining instructions containing information on how to access the event are sent out.

Cancellations

If we must cancel the event, our liability is limited to a full refund of the Conference fee only. Please note that we will not refund any travel or hotel costs associated with the cancellation of an event.

If you need to cancel your booking:

All cancellations must be made in writing and sent to: fintechconf@business-school.ed.ac.uk.

Refunds will be provided for cancellations made up to or on Sunday 2 August 2026. Refunds are not provided after Monday 3 August 2026; however, substitutions of attendees can be made at any time up to and on Friday 28 August 2026.