Congress Venue
Hilton Istanbul
Cumhuriyet Cad, Harbiye - Istanbul, 34367 Turkey
Tel: +90 212 3156000 Fax: +90 212 2404165

Congress Website
Congress website is www.isapscourse2009.org
You can find all the inforation, register or book accommodation for the course online. Please visit regularly for updates.    

Congress Language
Congress language is English.

Exhibition Areas
An exhibition area will be available throughout the congress. The participants may visit the booths of the industrial companies related to the sector.

Invitation Letter
A formal invitation letter will be issued by the congress secretariat upon request. Please contact the congress secretariat for details.

Congress Attendance Certificate
A certificate of attendance will be issued to each participant who registers and attends the congress. Attendance is required.

Registration
Regular registration fees include workshop & congress entrance. Only workshop registration is also available. You can register online by credit card or bank transfer. Please visit registration page for details.

Accommodation
Different accommodation options and special rates have been established for ISAPS 2009 Course participants. You can book accommodation online by credit card or bank transfer. Please visit accommodation page for details.

Currency
The currency used in Turkey is "Turkish Liras". Exchange rates vary and can be checked at www.tcmb.gov.tr. Exchange offices can be found all around the city. Euros and US Dollars can be acceptable by taxis or restaurants.

Visas
EU and US citizens can obtain visas at the Turkish border gates. They do not need to apply for visa in advance.
Members of EU: Ordinary and official passport holders are required to have visa to enter Turkey. They can obtain visas at the Turkish border gates.
United States of America: Ordinary and official passport holders are required to have visa to enter Turkey. They can obtain three month-multiple entry visas at the Turkish border gates.
Other countries: Please click for details.

Air Climate
Istanbul is mosty warm and sunny in June. The avarage temperature is 24-28°C (75-82°F). Unexpected showers are possible.