Practical information

Programme

At the conference, you will be able to access a mobile friendly version of the conference programme through our website. If you prefer a paper copy, we encourage you to print it from home. 

Visa to Finland

We recommend that you apply for your visa in ample time before the conference. Read more about visas to Finland here.

Invitation letter

In case you need a visa to Finland Play the Game can support your visa application by issuing an invitation letter.

The invitation letter will not be issued until registration and payment for the conference are done. Due to strict immigration procedures, Play the Game may ask for further documentation before we can issue an invitation letter.

Please contact maria@playthegame.org for further information or request for visa.

Weather 

In early October you will typically experience around 3-9°C during the day.

Currency and exchange

The currency in Finland is the euro. 

Electricity

In Finland the standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz. Power plugs and sockets are of type C and F.

Language

In Finland the official language is Finnish, while the official conference language is English. Remember that for most participants – and most speakers – English is not their native language. Take your time and speak slowly and clearly.