General information

Official language

The official working language at the congress is English and no translation is offered.
The locals speak Danish, but the Danes are amongst the countries with the highest English proficiency.

Climate

The weather in Denmark in June is normally very pleasant but can also be chilled. Daytime average temperature is around 18° C, evening temperature around 12° C.  It's recommendable to bring a warm jacket and an umbrella. For more information click HERE.

Currency and money exchange

The currency in Denmark is Danish Kroner (DKK). 1 Euro is approx. 7,44 DKK and 1 USD is approx. 7,80 DKK as per April 2022. Most shops and restaurants accept EURO, but at a higher rate. Credit cards are widely accepted – also in taxis.

Banks

Normal banking hours are from 10:00 to 16:00 hrs. Monday to Friday. On Thursday banking hours are extended to 18:00 hrs. Extended banking facilities are available at Copenhagen Central Railway Station 7 days/week between 07:00 and 21:00 hrs. ATM's are usually located in connection with a bank branch, which accept a variety of international credit cards. The cards accepted are indicated on the dispenser. Please be aware of the exchange fee invoiced by the operator of the ATM. 

Shops

The shops are open from 09:00/10:00 to 18:00/19:00 hrs. Monday through Thursday and 09:30/10:00 to 20:00 on Friday and 09:00 to 17:00 on Saturday/Sunday.

Tips

Tips are always included in the prices given in taxis and restaurants in Denmark. Tipping is not expected but appreciated.
Smoking is banned in all indoor public places and restaurants in Copenhagen. The conference is a no-smoking event and smoking is not permitted at the venue.

Electricity supply

Electricity is supplied at 230 volts A/C, 50 Hz cycle.

Changes

The Organisers reserve the right to adjust or change the programme as necessary.