General Information
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Currency
As in most countries of the European Union, the official currency is the Euro (€).
Major credit cards are accepted at most cash points (ATM machines), stores, restaurants and hotels.
Electricity
Spain operates on a 230V supply voltage and 50Hz.
Official plugs used are Type C and Type F.
If you are traveling from the UK or other countries that use different plug types, you will need an adapter.
Health
All visitors are advised to have valid international insurance.
Invitation letter
An invitation letter for the purpose of obtaining a travel visa or permission to attend the meeting will be handed out on request after a successful registration for the conference.
Language
English is spoken by the staff of most hotels, restaurants and shops.
Weather
Please check for up-to-date weather in Madrid with the following link:
Telephone and internet
Spains international pre-dial is +34. Public places like museums, malls, restaurants, monuments and even parks may offer “free” WiFi Hotspots.
Time
Spains standard time zone at the time of the conference is UTC+1. (CET / GMT+01:00)
Please note all published times are given at this timezone.
Important Dates
ECVO Conference 2026, May 27 – 30, 2026
