A customised invitation letter for visa purposes is available for delegates with a confirmation that registration has been paid in full.

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Please send your request to the Symposium secretariat: isms2025@leading.pt

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Visa Information

A visa may be acquired online or in person at a Portuguese embassy or consulate.

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For a complete list of countries whose citizens are required to obtain a Schengen visa, please check: https://vistos.mne.gov.pt/en/

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Lisbon airport

Lisbon Airport is centrally located and is only about 5 km from the center of Lisbon. There is a direct connection to the red line from the airport metro station.

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Climate

The climate in Lisboa is temperate, offering the best of both Atlantic and Mediterranean breezes throughout the year. The average temperature in winter is about 17°C/ 62°F. The average temperature in summer is about 26°C/ 79°F.

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Currency

The official currency of Portugal is the euro (€).

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Electric Current

The Portuguese standard is the European 2-pin socket with 220 volts AC at 50 cycles.

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Hotel Check in/out Policy

Normal check in time at hotels is 15:00. The established check out time is 12:00. Should you need guaranteed occupancy before 13:00 on the day of your arrival, the previous night should be reserved.

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Please note that it may differ among hotels. Check your booking information in advance.

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Local Time

Mainland Portugal is 1 hour behind Central European Time (CET - 1).

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Language

The official language in Portugal is Portuguese. English, Spanish, and French are also widely spoken.

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Medical Care

Clinics and hospitals provide 24-hour emergency service.

The national emergency phone number is 112. Hotels have a doctor on call through the reception.

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Smoking

The Portuguese law, in accordance with regulations in force in the majority of European Union member states, does not allow smoking in public transportation or in any closed public areas. However, some restaurants, bars, and clubs may have designated smoking areas.

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TAX Free

Sales tax (VAT) is included in prices quoted. For persons who are not residents of the European Union, tax-free shopping schemes are available in many shops, giving substantial savings to visitors.