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Austria General Information

Language:German
Electricity:220V AC 50Hz
International Direct Dialing Code:43
Driving:Driving is on the right. National or EU licence required. International Driving Permit recommended. Minimum driving age is 18
Currency:Euro (EUR 1 = 100 Cents)
Business/Social Hints:Business is usually conducted in German. Many executives speak a second language including English. Smoking is generally accepted but restricted in some public places. The minimum drinking age is 16 years. On social occasions, eg invitation to restaurants, be punctual and dress as for business meetings unless otherwise indicated
Public Holidays:2009
1 Jan New Year`s Day, 6 Jan Epiphany, 10-13 Apr Easter, 1 May National Holiday, 21 May Ascension Day, 1 June Whit Monday, 11 Jun Corpus Christi, 15 Aug Assumption, 26 Oct National Day, 1 Nov All Saints` Day, 8 Dec Immaculate Conception, 25-26 Dec Christmas.
Emergency Services:Police: 133. Fire: 122. Ambulance: 144
Clothing:Light clothes for summer should be supplemented with warmer wear & rainwear. Thermals for winter months