Turkey now uses an e-Visa system, which allows visitors to easily obtain a visa online. The Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs has a comprehensive website that addresses which specific countries are eligible for an e-Visa.

http://www.mfa.gov.tr/visa-information-for-foreigners.en.mfa

None we are aware of. As always, please check with your consulate for travel advice prior to your trip.

The Radisson Blu Sisli hotel 19 Mayis Cad. No 2 Istanbul, Şişli 34360, Turkey

Click the green ‘Register’ button in the ‘Details’ side panel on the right of this page or here.

The Congress theme is Corridors for Shared Prosperity and will focus on the following areas of the road transport industry:
• Road & Trade Corridors
• Planning & Funding Road Infrastructure
• Road Asset Management
• Intelligent Roads & Mobility Management
• Safer Roads
• Pavements & Materials
• Sustainable Roads
The current program is available for download via the 'Download Program' button to your right.

Yes. Sponsorship information can be found in the SPONSOR TAB on this page. Exhibition information is located at the bottom of this page.

The IRF has negotiated special rates with the Congress venue, the Radisson Blu Sisli. Single rooms: 150 Euros/night; includes breakfast Double rooms: 160 Euros/night; includes breakfast Book your room(s) HERE. IMPORTANT NOTE: when booking your room, please use the “modify search” box on the left to select your check-in and check-out dates. Rooms may be cancelled through August 15, 2015 with no penalty.

Turkish Airlines is the official airline of the 1st IRF Europe & Central Asia Regional Congres & Exhibition and special discounts of up to 20% are offered on certain booking classes. In order to proceed with the online booking tool for Turkish Conventions please visit the TURKISH CONVENTIONS WEBSITE and use the event code “149TKM15” under the delegate section.

Istanbul has two airports: Most planes arrive at Istanbul Atatürk Airport (20km west of the city center). The Anatolian side of the city hosts the second airport, Sabiha Gökçen International Airport.

• Taxi from Ataturk International Airport to hotel - (approximately EUR 40 one way)
• Reserve a limo service (approximately EUR 70 one way)
• Public transport

More local travel info available at http://www.radissonblu.com/hotel-istanbul-sisli/location

The average high/low for Istanbul in September is 23.6 C (74.5 F) / 16.8 C (62.2 F). September averages 7 rainy days, totaling 57.9 mm (2.28 in). (Climate information courtesy Wikipedia) Congress attire is business or business casual. Turkish society is modern and largely secular, so European dress styles prevail. For any time spent outside of the Congress, dress the same as you would to visit France, Germany, Italy or the UK. (Attire information courtesy www.turkeytravelplanner.com)

Turkey operates on 220 volts, 50 Hz, with round-prong European-style plugs. On your electrical device(s), look for "INPUT: A.C. 100-240V". If it reads that way, it can operate on either 110-125 or 220-240 voltage. If it says something like "INPUT: 100-125V", then it can't run on Turkey's 220-240 volts and you'll need to bring a transformer (also called a power or voltage converter). You may also require a plug adapter to convert from the round-prong to whatever style your country uses. (Electrical information courtesy www.turkeytravelplanner.com)

The IRF has assembled a spouse program (US $350) that includes the following events and attractions: September 15: Welcome Reception Join us in an intimate setting as the IRF welcomes congress organizers, partners, sponsors and delegates to Istanbul for this premier regional event. September 16: Discover Istanbul Visit the St. SOPHIA MUSEUM, built in 6th century, once was the largest Christian Church in the world, the Byzantine HIPPODROME SQUARE where ancient chariot races were held, the Egyptian Obelisk, the Serpentine Column, the German Fountain of Willhelm II, the BLUE MOSQUE, unique with its 6 minarets, and famous for its blue Iznik tiles, and the world famous GRAND COVERED BAZAAR, the oldest and the largest covered market place in the world with more than 3,000 shops owing rich collection of handmade carpets, jewellery, leather and souvenirs. Return to the Congress Centre. Visit the TOPKAPI PALACE, imperial residence of Ottoman Sultans, with displays of priceless World-class collections of artefacts, jewellery and rare porcelain, SPICE MARKET, one of the unique market of Istanbul, smell the extraordinary aroma of the spices, RUSTHEM PASA MOSQUE, renowned for its marvelous tile works. Return to the Congress Centre. September 17: Boat Tour & Gala Dinner Bosphorus Boat Tour (Morning) Bosphorus is a great source of pride to Istanbul’s residents and one of the city’s most important source of transportation. It also provides a scenic means of viewing both the European and Asian sides of this fascinating city. Both sides includes, 19th and 20th century wooden houses and villas, palaces, castles, small fishing villages and forests of cypress, pine and magnolia trees, the "Kuleli Military Academy", where Ataturk, the founder of the Republic of Turkey, once studied. Further along see the "Beylerbeyi Palace" summer residence and the guest house of the Ottoman Sultans. Return to the Congress Centre. GRAA Gala Dinner (Evening) The IRF Global Road Achievement Awards program is a competition to honor and recognize road-industry projects that demonstrate excellence and innovation in road development worldwide. The 2015 GRAA Winners will be honored during the Gala Dinner, an event featuring unique cultural showcases and a taste of Turkish cuisine.

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends taking several precautionary steps prior to traveling.