Venue

Hotel Royal Chulan, Penang

No 1 & 2, Pengkalan Weld, Georgetown, 10300 George Town, Penang

Accommodation

Hotel Hotel RankPrice range (per night)Booking linkDistance to conference venue
Royal Chulan4 ****RM 263 - RM 323 (inclusive of breakfast)Guests may contact the hotel directly via email at [email protected] or call 04-259 8882 (Mr. Nasir, Reservations).
Guests to quote ‘ISCB-APAC 2026’ when making their room reservations.”
Victoria Garden Hotel4 ****RM 200 - RM250Booking link550m
Georgetown Inn by Sky Hive2**RM 60 - RM200 Booking link550m
Aayu Stewart Boutique HotelRM 110 - RM140Booking link800m
Rare Heritage House3 *** RM 150 - RM200Booking link1200m

Travel

There are a number of options for travel to Penang from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. 

You can find basic information about travel options here. You might also want help to plan your travel within or around Penang by viewing the options here.

Travel Discounts

1) Discount up to 15% via promo code to all  delegates flying on Malaysia Airlines into Penang, Malaysia.

Sales Period: 13 May 2025 until 16 September 2026
Travel Period: 8 September 2026 until 23 September 2026
•Promo code: MHINCB15
•Booking Platform: Malaysia Airlines website or mobile app. Only.

2)Discount up to 15% via promo code to all  delegates flying on Malaysia Airlines into Penang, Malaysia.
•Sales Period: 13 May 2025 until 16 September 2026
•Travel Period: 8 September 2026 until 23 September 2026
•Promo code: FYINCB15
•Booking Platform: Firefly website or mobile app. Only.

Visa Information

International participants attending The 25th International Conference on Bioinformatics (InCoB/ISCB-APAC 2026) are advised to check the latest entry visa requirements before traveling to Malaysia.

General Information

  • A valid passport (with at least 6 months’ validity from the date of entry) is required for all visitors.
  • Citizens of ASEAN countries (except Myanmar) do not require a visa for short visits (up to 30 days).
  • Visitors from many Commonwealth and European countries, as well as the United States, Japan, and South Korea, also enjoy visa-free entry for stays between 30 to 90 days.
  • Delegates from countries requiring a visa must apply in advance at the nearest Malaysian Embassy, High Commission, or Consulate.

Visa Application Documents

Applicants are typically required to provide:

  • A valid passport (minimum 6 months validity)
  • Completed visa application form
  • Recent passport-sized photograph
  • Letter of invitation from the InCoB/ISCB-APAC 2026 organizing committee
  • Confirmed return air ticket and proof of accommodation
  • E-Visa Option
  • Delegates from eligible countries may apply online via the Malaysian eVisa portal

Processing usually takes 3–7 working days.

Invitation Letter for Visa Application

The InCoB/ISCB-APAC 2026 Secretariat can provide an official invitation letter upon request to assist with visa applications.

Please note that this letter serves only as supporting documentation and does not guarantee visa approval.

To request an invitation letter, please contact:
📧 [email protected]

Registered participants can generate their invitation letter at the link below:

https://transition.iscb.org/cms_addon/conferences/incob2026/easychair/visa

What to Do in Penang?

@avocado_0306 A peaceful place surrounded by nature and beautiful scenery. 🌿💧#penangmalaysia ♬ sonido original - yo
@akiiibara Replying to @pepalem Save this post on your next trip to Penang! 🌺 Here are some food recommendations in Georgetown, Penang which i really enjoyed and would come back for 🤤 #foodrecommendation #placestoeat #wheretoeat #penangfoodie #penangfoodreview #penangfood #georgetown #penangmalaysia #penang #traveltiktok #travel #fyp ♬ This Will Be - audios4you
@makanpagi.png Cuti sekolah dah bermula — selamat bercuti kepada semua! 💚
Ini antara tempat² menarik yang patut anda kunjungi bila berada di Pulau Pinang.
Dan jangan lupa singgah ke Makan Pagi untuk sarapan ala kopitiam yang sesuai untuk semua peringkat umur 🫶🏼 Nota: Makan Pagi Georgetown akan beroperasi dari 7 pagi – 3 petang dan 5 petang – 2 pagi sepanjang cuti sekolah ini. 📍GTW : 7am-3pm & 5pm-2am 📍Bayan Lepas : 7am-2pm 📍P.Pauh : 7am-2pm & 5pm-1am . . #makanpagi #makanpagifizzycafe #penang #cafe #fyp ♬ Bahagia di Ujung Jalan (New Buzz in Life) - Andien
@monomalaysia We've eaten, biked, and explored Penang eight times last year and this is our guide to making the most of a short stay in George Town. Where to eat, what to see, and the spots we always come back to! #visitmalaysia2026 #georgetown #penangitinerary #penang ♬ Lullaby (mega remix) - JayDon & Paradise & USHER