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General information
Banks, Credit Cards and Currency Exchange
Banks are open between 09.30/10.00 and 15.00 on weekdays. Some banks in central Stockholm are open from 09.00 to 17.00. Major credit cards are accepted in hotels, restaurants and shops. It is advisable to carry an identity card or any form of photo identification.
The official currency is Swedish Krona (SEK). USD 1 = SEK 7.66, EUR 1 = SEK 9.35 (September 2005). For money exchange, the companies "Forex" and "X-change" have offices at the airports and in the city. Opening hours and other information about exchange can be found at www.forex.se and www.x-change.se.
Climate
The weather in Stockholm at this time of the year is usually mild with temperatures approximately 18-22 degrees Celsius; showers may occur.
Electricity
Electrical current in Sweden is 220 V/50 Hz. Round European-style two-pin plugs are used. Appliances designed to operate on 110/120 Volts need a voltage converter and a plug adapter.
Maps
KTH Campus
Venue map
Time Zone
The time zone in Stockholm is GMT + 1 hour. Daylight Saving Time is used during the summer.
Tipping
A gratuity is included in the price of hotels and taxis. It is common to leave a tip of around 10%, however. When visiting restaurants, you can show your appreciation for good service by leaving a little extra.
VAT Refund Conditions
Swedish VAT, currently between 6% and 25% may be repaid to foreign enterprises, except banks and insurance companies, or companies providing health care or education. Information about the refunding of VAT will be available from the Conference Secretariat.
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