EIC Community offered limited VivaTech 2023 4-day passes for EIC-backed companies
- ›The European Innovation Council community was offered a limited number of reserved 'Attendee - 4 day' passes to VivaTech 2023 in Paris.
- ›VivaTech 2023 runs from 14 to 17 June in Paris and promotes connections between startups, corporates and investors at scale.
- ›Passes are assigned on a first come first served basis and include conference and exhibition access plus mobile badge scanning.
- ›Interested EIC companies were asked to contact Maria.ROMANI@ext.ec.europa.eu to request a pass.
- ›The announcement carries a standard disclaimer that the information is for knowledge sharing and not the official view of the European Commission.
Reserved VivaTech 2023 passes for the EIC Community
The European Innovation Council community was offered a limited allocation of attendee passes to VivaTech 2023. The EIC announced it will have a presence at the event with a booth and organised sessions. EIC-backed companies interested in attending were invited to request one of the reserved 'Attendee - 4 day' passes by emailing Maria.ROMANI@ext.ec.europa.eu. The allocation was available on a first come first served basis.
What the reserved pass covers
| Item | Detail | Source note |
| Event | VivaTech 2023 | |
| Dates | 14 to 17 June 2023 | |
| Location | Paris, France | |
| Scale reported | About 91,000 attendees and 2,500 exhibitors | Figure cited in the announcement |
| EIC presence | Booth and sessions | |
| Reserved offer | Limited number of 'Attendee - 4 day' passes for EIC companies | |
| Allocation rule | First come first served | |
| Contact to request pass | Maria.ROMANI@ext.ec.europa.eu | |
| Disclaimer | Information for knowledge sharing not the official view of the European Commission |
Why VivaTech matters to EU startups and what to expect
Practical considerations and caveats
The EIC message was brief and operational. It shared the contact point and the limited nature of the allocation. It did not provide details on how many passes were available, selection criteria beyond first come first served, or whether recipients would face any additional obligations such as profiling, participation in EIC sessions, or publicity. It also did not cover travel, accommodation or VAT and fees for different ticket categories. Companies should assume costs for travel and stay remain their responsibility unless otherwise informed.
How EIC companies should approach the opportunity
If you represent an EIC-funded company and want to request a reserved pass send an email to Maria.ROMANI@ext.ec.europa.eu promptly. In your request state your company name, EIC funding reference or programme, and the name of the attendee who would use the pass. Keep the message concise and attach any EIC beneficiary ID if available. Expect the EIC to respond on availability rather than on event logistics.
Broader implications and measured expectations
Access to events such as VivaTech can be useful for visibility and networking. The quality of interactions varies and trade shows are resource intensive. Startups should weigh the potential return on time spent against other outreach channels. For policy actors the EIC allocation is a pragmatic nudge to help portfolio companies access a high profile forum. Observers should note that reserved passes do not equal structural support for costs or guaranteed commercial outcomes.
Official disclaimer and contact
The EIC notice carried a standard disclaimer stating the information is provided for knowledge sharing and should not be interpreted as the official view of the European Commission or any other organisation. For pass requests EIC community members were asked to contact Maria.ROMANI@ext.ec.europa.eu.