Conference Language

The official language of the congress is English and all printed materials will be published in English.

Invitation Letters

Upon request, the Conference Secretariat will be pleased to send a personal invitation for participation in the conference. It should be understood that an invitation is only to help participants raise travel funds or to obtain a visa.

Currency

Major foreign currencies that can be exchanged at banks, hotels, and the airport include the US Dollar, Japanese Yen, Euro, and UK Sterling. Most hotels, restaurants, and shops accept major international credit cards including Visa, American Express, Diners Club, Master Card, and JCB. Foreign-issued ATM cards may have limited use.

1 USD = 1112.9351 KRW (KOREA EXCHANGE BANK, Last Update 2013/05/21 16:12)

ATM (Automated Teller Machines)

Travelers who carry internationally recognized credit cards can get a cash advance in Korea Won from Automated Teller Machines (ATMs) installed at airports, major hotels, department stores, subway stations and tourist attractions. ATMs are in operation 24 hours a day. Most large stores, hotels and restaurants in Korea accept major international credit cards. However it is advisable to carry some cash, since many smaller establishments and stores are unlikely to accept credit cards.

Time

The Korean local time is 9 hours ahead of GMT with no daylight savings time.

Weather (Seoul)

Cell phone rental

You may rent a cell phone at the Incheon International Airport. Users can rent a handset and pay rental and call charges upon returning the phone. Applicants require identification, credit card, and a service contract (available at the booth).

International Call

International dialing code in Seoul, Korea is +82-02(area code). Please omit (0) when dialing from overseas.

Tip & Tax

Tip Tipping is not a regular practice in Korea. Service charges are included in your bill for rooms, meals and other services at hotels and upscale restaurants. Koreans occasionally do tip when they are especially pleased with the service they receive.
Tax Visitors can receive a refund on a receipt for a minimum purchase of KRW 50,000 (around US$52). To receive this refund, present refund receipts with the purchased goods at the customs desk at the Incheon International Airport when departing. These receipts can be cashed in at the Cash Refund Office in front of the Airport Duty Free Shop.

Business Hours

Government office hours are usually from 9:00 am to 06:00 pm on weekdays and closed on weekends. Banks are open from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm on weekdays and closed on weekends. Major stores are open every day from 10:30 am to 08:00 pm including Sundays.

Electricity

The standard electrical supply is 220 volts AC/60 cycles. Most hotels may provide outlet converters for 110 and 220 volts. Always check the power supply before using your equipment.

Insurance

Participants are advised to get adequate travel and health insurance before leaving their respective countries.

Emergency Call

• 339 : Medical Emergency
• 119 : Emergencies for Fire / Rescue & Hospital Services
• 112 : Police
• 129 : First Aid Patients

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