GENERAL INFORMATION

LOCATION

Istanbul Lutfi Kirdar Convention & Exhibition Centre
Harbiye, 34267 Istanbul, Turkey
Tel: +90 212 296 3055
Fax: +90 212 224 0878
Website: www.icec.org

LANGUAGE

English is the official language of the Congress.

CLIMATE

April in Istanbul is mild with average temperature of 18 degrees.
It may be cool in the evening so a light coat or jacket is needed, rain is a possibility.

CLOTHING

Informal for all occasions.

CME ACCREDITATION

An application will be made to both the EACCME (European Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education and EBAC (The European Board for Accreditation in Cardiology) to provide accreditation for the congress.

AIRPORT INFORMATION

All international and domestic flights arrive at Istanbul's Ataturk Airport. Buses depart from Istanbul airport to Taksim Area (downtown) every 30 minutes, operating between 06:00 - 23:00 hours. Travel time is 45 minutes. Private taxis are available.

VISA INFORMATION

We strongly recommend that all visitors to Turkey check whether an entry visa is required in advance. Most visitor visas are obtainable for a fee on arrival at the airport, but it is highly advisable to check in sufficient time before departure. We recommended that visa applications are made in person, one month prior to departure to avoid any inconvenience.

• Visa Information for Foreigners

• Visa Application Form (To be printed double-sided on a single page)

• Visa Fees at Border Gates for 2007

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BANKING AND EXCHANGE

Turkish monetary system is Turkish Lira. Foreign currency may be changed at banks during normal banking hours from 09:00 to 16:00 hours during weekdays at hotels, airports and exchange offices. Exchange rates are set daily by the Central Bank. All major credit cards are acceptable in most hotels, restaurants and shops.

To assure that your credit card is honored, you should alert your bank/credit card company (Visa, M/C, etc.) that you will be traveling to Turkey.
For currency conversion at updated rates see: www.xe.net/pca