TRAVEL INFORMATION
Visa Information
Important information regarding visa requirements can be found on the website of the Department of Home Affairs at http://www.dha.gov.za/index.php, while https://www.thesouthafrican.com will also assist you with user-friendly information.
A visa letter will be provided once your payment for the congress registration is processed.
Yellow Fever Certificate
A yellow fever certificate is only required if you are travelling from a country where yellow fever is endemic. Please check with your travel agent. If required, please ensure you are in possession of a valid yellow fever certificate at least 2 weeks prior to travel, failing which you will not be permitted entry into South Africa.
Currency and exchange
The South African Rand (ZAR) is the local currency. Foreign exhange can be done at the airport as well as at all major hotels. South African Rands are available at major banks in South Africa as well as foreign exchange counters at OR International Airport and Cape Town International Airport. A passport will be required for ALL forex transactions.
All major credit cards are accepted throughout South Africa.
Security
We urge delegates to take care of their personal possessions at all times as the convenors nor the organisers of the congress will take responsibility for any loss or damage to any delegate’s property.
Language Policy
The official language of the Congress will be
English
Emergency Medical Services
Dial 10111 from any mainline telephone for an emergency response.
Insurance
All guests are responsible for own insurance.
Disclaimer:
The organising committee, the congress organiser, accept no liability for any damages, injury and/loss of whatever nature by participants and/or accompanying person.