Official Language

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The Meeting official language is English.

 

Tourism

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For tourist information, visit https://visitporto.travel/en-GB and http://www.portoenorte.pt/en/.

 

Preparing your Trip

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Visa and Letter of Invitation

If you need a visa to attend the ICP 2027, please apply as soon as possible. All delegates requiring an invitation letter for visa application purposes may request it by email.

Letters of invitation will not be issued without receiving the registration and payment of the required registration fees.

Please note that the organizers will not be able to contact or intervene with any embassy or consulate office on behalf of a delegate.

 

Climate

In July, the weather in Porto is typically warm and pleasant.

Average high temperatures reach around 25°C (77°F), while lows drop to about 15°C (59°F).

People flock to the beaches to take advantage of the warm sea temperatures and extended daylight hours. The city embodies summer living, with vibrant street life and bustling beaches.

 

Currency

The local currency is euro (€).

 

Tipping

Tipping in restaurants and cafes is voluntary, but welcome. If you choose not to tip, it is also acceptable and not frowned upon.

 

Electric Current

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

 

Hotel Check-in/out

Policy The usual check-in time at hotels is 15:00 and check-out time is noon.

Check your booking information in advance.

 

Local Time

Mainland Portugal time in September is Western European Summer Time (WEST), due to Daylight Saving Time.

 

Language

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

 

Emergencies

The national emergency phone number is 112.

Hotels have a doctor on call through reception.

 

Smoking

According to Portuguese law, it is not allowed to smoke on public transportation or in any closed public areas.

 

TAX Free

IVA (VAT - sales tax) is included in the price of products. Services usually also include VAT in the price, but make sure to ask.

For non-European Union residents, tax-free shopping schemes are available in many shops.