Poster sessions

Practical informationPassport and visaAll non-european visitors travelling to France must be in possession of a validpassport. Participants should check with their travel agents if they require a visa.A letter of invitation for visas can be sent on individual request.ClimateFrance benefits from a continental climate. The weather in August/September isusually pleasant and warm, you should however plan on having a jacket or sweater athand.LanguageThe official language of the congress is English.There will be no translation services.SmokingSmoking is prohibited in most public spaces,including the Cité des Sciences.Smokingareas are clearly indicated.InsuranceDelegates are advised to arrange adequate travel, health and other insurance beforethey leave their home country.CurrencyThe official currency in France is the Euro (€).ATM machines and foreign currencyexchange offices are easy to find in the city.71