General information

PASSPORT & VISA
All foreign visitors wishing to enter Denmark must have a valid passport. Visas will also be required for participants coming from most Middle East and some European Countries, the People's Republic of China, etc. For further information, participants are recommended to consult their carrier, local travel agencies, or the nearest Danish Diplomatic Mission.

On the website of the Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs you can find information about Danish visa rules, short stay visas and residence and/or work permits.
Detailed information about the Danish visa rules, including which foreign nationals need visas, can be obtained from the website of the Danish Immigration Service.

VACCINATIONS
No vaccination is necessary, unless a visitor is coming from an area infected with cholera.

CLIMATE
Denmark lies in the North Temperate Zone, so the climate is mild in general and similar to that of the middle belt of the United States and northern parts of Europe.

For more information about the Danish climate take a look at the website of the 
Danish Meteorological Institute.

FOREIGN CURRENCY EXCHANGE & BANKING
The local currency is Danish Krone (DKK). Major foreign currencies such as the U.S. Dollar, Euro, and Pound Sterling can be changed at the airport or authorized banks. It is possible that you may have trouble in changing money into local currency if you bring currencies other than the ones mentioned above. Banking hours are 9:00 to 15:00, Monday through Friday except on National Holidays.

INSURANCE
All conference participants are strongly advised to carry a proper travel and health insurance.

The conference cannot accept liability for any accidents or injuries that may occur during the conference. Please consult your travel agency regarding the matter.

TIPPING
Tipping is not as common in Denmark as in e.g. the U.S., except when special services are requested.