WCO PICARD Conference

Currency

The monetary unit of the Republic of Azerbaijan is the Manat. For updated currency exchange information please visit the link of the Central Bank of the Republic of Azerbaijan. National currency can be obtained from numerous money exchange offices.

Climate

The climate of Azerbaijan is very diverse, and 9 out of 11 existing climate zones are present in Azerbaijan. The Republic of Azerbaijan is located on the west coast of the Caspian Sea and in autumn the weather is mild, varying between 25-30 degrees centigrade.


Airport

The nearest international airport is Heydar Aliyev International Airport, Baku's main international airport, located 20km northeast of Baku.

Transport & Transfers

Airport pick-up and transfers from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to the hotel, as well as transfers from the hotel to the airport will be provided by Azerbaijan Customs. Upon arrival, all delegates will be met by Customs officials holding a name plate of participants outside the controlled zone.

Electricity and Communications 

Electric power in Azerbaijan is 220 Volts and 50 Hertz. Plugs are standardized European two-pin. 

Communications within the country are widespread and varied: there is a public telephone network and mobile phone network. There is broadband internet throughout the country and Wi-Fi connections in the Conference venue and hotels.