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| BEFORE VISITING THE SMAC |
How can I obtain information about
the SMAC?
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See website www.smacparis.com |
| Who can visit the SMAC? |
The SMAC Committee, the show's
organiser, continues to be uncompromising about the way that
it selects visitors at the entrance to the exhibition.
Authorised visitors are exclusively professional.
Only
retailers and suppliers active in one of the show's sectors
are allowed to take part.
Admission is also allowed for people in the process of creating
a shop in one of the show's sectors.
In all cases,
all visitors must bring along documentary evidence as proof
of their activity
(see question:
Which documents?)
All visitors must wear a strictly personal badge bearing their
name.
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| Which retailers can visit the SMAC? |
>> Specialists in fine arts / Crafts and decorative Activities
>> Framing specialists
/ framing craftsmen
>> Needlecraft specialists
>> Print shops - Card shops
- Art galleries
>> Graphic arts specialists
>> Multicultural shops
>> Stationery shops - Suppliers
of decoration items
>> Bookshops - Press
>> Party accessory specialists
>> Hardware stores - Bazaars
- Gift shops
>> DIY stores - Ironmongery
shops
>> Toy specialists
>> Photo specialists
>> Gift stores
>> Garden centres - Florists
>> Department stores
>> DIY superstores - Food
superstores - Specialist superstores
Retailers may run their business from a well-established shop,
by mail order, by catalogue or over the Internet.
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| What documents must be shown at the entrance to the SMAC? |
All visitors must provide
evidence of their activity.
A business card will not be sufficient.
Trade retailers must present a copy of their company registration
certificate or trade register.
People currently creating a retail company
or shop (only) in one of the show's sectors must present
a recent document from the following:
- A certificate from the chamber of commerce (providing proof
of membership or registration),
- A certificate from a training organisation,
- A copy of your application form for incorporation in the
register of companies or trade register,
- A commercial lease or draft commercial lease,
- An in-company training certificate,
All other documents used to check that the visitor is actually
opening a shop will be examined.
Registering a trade name or filing a patent with the
Patent Office is not sufficient.
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| Could I be refused admission to the SMAC? |
YES, if you
are unable to present the required documents to confirm your
trade status, such as those listed in the previous question.
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| How much does it cost to enter the SMAC? |
Admission fee: 25 euros.
Visitors must fill in an application form to receive an access
badge.
Personal badges bearing the visitor's name must be worn within
the exhibition centre.
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| Are badges only valid on the first day of opening? |
Badges are valid for the entire
duration of the show.
Badges must, however, bear the visitor's name.
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>How do I register
for the SMAC? |
Before heading
along to the show, you can:
>> Pre-register over the
Internet before the closing date
on www.smacparis.com, by filling in the Visitor's
Badge Application form.
>> Fill in and return the
Visitor's Badge Application form shown on the "Invitation",
which can be requested by fax from +33 (0)1 42 85 42 40.
In the hall at the show's reception
You will fill in the Visitor's Badge Application form at the
show's reception area.
Please note: in all cases, only fully completed
forms will be accepted.
Only visitors with a project to create a retail company or
shop in one of the show's sectors are allowed to leave the
Register of companies or Trade register box empty.
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| Can I bring someone along to the SMAC? |
YES, any
qualified visitor admitted to the SMAC may be accompanied by
a family member or work colleague. In this case, the accompanying
person must also be registered like any other visitor.
Each person wishing to enter the SMAC must be identified and
registered under his/her name. Badges will not be issued with
the same name to several people.
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| How can I apply for a badge over the Internet? |
Visit the www.smacparis.com,
website and click on
"Your pass to visit !"
Fill in the entire form displayed.
If your application meets the Committee's requirements, you
will receive a registration number and a barcode by email.
You can then print off the reply.
At the show's
reception area, go to the special "Badge
by Internet" counter and present your printed document.
You will consequently save time at the show.
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| I pre-registered on the www.smacparis.com website but I have not received a reply. |
Depending on the case:
>> You have not filled in
the form correctly or certain details are incomplete. Start
again by filling in the whole form without making any mistakes.
>> You do not meet the required
conditions for visitor admission to the SMAC. In this case,
there is no need
to apply again.
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| Are certain categories excluded from the SMAC? |
YES.
All those that do not meet the required criteria will not be
allowed admission to the SMAC.
The governing criterion is not the "trade" or "professional"
status, but the characteristics of the activity or business
in question.
For example, an artist, whether or not professional, will not
be allowed admission to the SMAC. The same applies to other
artist categories, such as designers, architects, stylists,
artistic directors, artistic consultants, model makers and illustrators.
The same applies to teachers in general, trainers, lecturers,
course and workshop leaders, and so on. This list is not exhaustive.
Similarly, people intending to visit the SMAC for canvassing
purposes will not be allowed to do so.
Anyone, even wearing a badge, that does not meet the required
criteria may be asked to leave the show.
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| What are the opening times? |
Sunday and Monday from 9.00
am to 6.00
Tuesday from 9.00 to 5.00.
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Where can I find a hotel in Paris? A restaurant?
A night club? A taxi?
Are there transport facilities for getting to the SMAC?
Where can I park near the SMAC? |
See website www.smacparis.com
"SMAC is Paris" then "Transports" |
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| ON THE SMAC |
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Are animals allowed to the SMAC?
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NO. Animals
are not allowed.
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Can I take photos
at the SMAC? |
NO. Not unless
specifically authorised by the Organisation Committee and the
exhibitors and/or people that you wish to photograph.
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Are there dining facilities at the SMAC?
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YES. |
Is smoking allowed
at the SMAC?
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NO. In accordance
with current legislation, smoking is prohibited at the show. |
