Frequently Asked Questions
What is the dress code?
Formal dress is required for the conference. Delegates are expected to dress professionally. Male delegates are expected to wear blazers when speaking at the podium and female delegates are expected to wear formal pants or skirts. Improperly dressed delegates will be asked to change into proper attire.
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Eg. Blazer, tie, dress shirt, dark-coloured dress pants, leather shoes, etc. for male delegates.
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Eg. Dresses are acceptable but short skirts should not be worn by female delegates. Nothing transparent should be worn during the conference and midriffs should not be shown.
Will there be opening speeches?
No, SISMUN will not be requiring delegates to have opening speeches.
Is SISMUN a device-free conference?
No, for the first time, SISMUN 2024 will be allowing the usage of technology during the conference. However, strict guidelines will be placed to ensure that the technology is used responsibly.
How are appointments for student officer positions conducted?
Applications from candidates that are submitted within the deadline will be reviewed by the SISMUN director and the secretariat to appoint student officer positions. There will be two student officers (chairs) in each committee, with one President and one Deputy President.
Will SISMUN provide transportation for participating schools?
Yes, SISMUN will be providing transportation. For further information, please click here
Will SISMUN provide VISA assistance for schools outside of China?
SIS can provide an invitation letter to schools that need one, but will not provide visa assistance beyond that. Schools will need to do their own research on how to obtain a visa to come to Mainland China.
Will SISMUN provide note papers?
As SISMUN 2024 is transitioning into an online MUN system due to the excessive waste of paper during the regular conference, note papers will be sent digitally.
