UFI European Conference 2026 - Practical information

🛫 Getting to İzmir and fuarizmir

İzmir Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB) offers frequent domestic and international flights. The city centre is about 20 minutes away by train, metro, or taxi.

📍The UFI European Conference 2026 will be held at fuarizmir, located just 8 km from Adnan Menderes Airport.

🚌 Complimentary shuttle transfers will be available from the official hotels to the conference venue.

🛂 Entry Regulations

All foreign visitors must enter via official border gates with a valid passport or international travel document. The traveler passport must be valid for at least 60 days beyond the permitted stay (via visa, visa-exemption, or e-Visa).

Many nationalities may stay up to 90 days within any 180-day period without a visa, for tourism or business. More information for visa-exemption at Information about Visas.

For assistance to receive an invitation letter, please contact events@ufi.org.

☀️ Weather Forecast

Early June in İzmir brings warm, sunny days and mild evenings, perfect for outdoor activities and seaside dining. Temperatures typically range from 26°C to 30°C during the day and around 20°C at night. Rain is rare, so light clothing, sunglasses, and sunscreen are all you’ll need to enjoy the city’s vibrant summer atmosphere.

🍲 Cuisine

Don’t miss local specialties like boyoz (a flaky pastry), kumru (a warm sandwich), and fresh Aegean mezes. Try seaside dining in Alsancak or along Kordon for a true İzmir experience.

👖Dress Code

İzmir is one of Türkiye’s most liberal and cosmopolitan cities. Light, comfortable clothing is suitable for most occasions, but modest attire is appreciated when visiting mosques or traditional areas.

🗣️Language

Turkish is the main language, though English is widely spoken in hotels, restaurants, and tourist sites. Learning a few basic Turkish phrases will always be appreciated.

🪙Currency

The local currency is the Turkish Lira (TRY). Credit cards are accepted almost everywhere, but it’s handy to carry some cash for smaller shops or local markets.

🔌Power and Electricity

Türkiye uses Type F plugs with 230 V / 50 Hz electricity. Travelers from most European countries can use their devices without an adapter, but visitors from the UK, USA, or other regions should bring a universal power adapter.