Further Information for Participants
The official language of the 1st international Workshop for UHTCs an UHT-CMCs at DLR Cologne is English.
Passport and Visa
A valid passport is required for non-EU citizens for entry into GERMANY and the European Union. An identity card is sufficient for citizens of EU Member States. Please consult your Consulate for details.
Travel planning and early visa application are important, since visa applications have become subject to a greater degree of scrutiny than in the past. It is strongly suggested that all attendees contact their local embassy to determine the travel documents they will need to visit Germany.
For more information on the requirements for travel to Germany, please visit the following websites:
German Federal Foreign Office
Germany Visa Information
Insurance
The registration fee does not include the participant’s insurance against accidents, sickness, cancellation, theft, property damage or loss. Participants are advised to take out adequate personal insurance.
Mobile phone manners
As a courtesy to other attendees, please observe the appropriate mobile phone behavior. When attending sessions, please turn off your mobile phone and other wireless communications or use the silent notification options. If you must take a call, please step out of the room rather than disrupting the event. Thank you for your cooperation!
WIFI
The Venue offers WIFI to all event participants. Passwords will be announced on-site.
Currency
The German currency is EURO. Most hotels, restaurants and shops accept international credit cards.
Voltage
Germany operates on 220-240 Volts electricity. The primary socket types are Europlug, Schuko.
Important telephone numbers
In case of an emergency, please contact:
Police: 110
Fire brigade: 112
Emergency doctor/ ambulance: 112
Telephone information service:
Tel: 11833 (national)
Tel: 11834 (international)
Hospitals in Cologne
As a metropolitan city, Cologne has many hospitals from specialist clinics to general care. More information here.