What should I pay attention to when I went to Barcelona, Spain on business in September this year and changed planes in Zurich?

Take the invitation letter of destination (Spain) or the work certificate issued by the foreign party with you to avoid trouble when entering the customs. In addition, all knives (including nail clippers), as well as liquid items or emulsion can not be carried with you. If necessary, I'll post the notes and items that our company needs to go abroad for you to see:

Preparation before going abroad

I. Passport

You must carry your passport when traveling abroad, and the customs should check it when entering or leaving the country. Pay special attention not to lose your passport during the whole trip. It is best to leave a copy of your passport before going abroad and carry it with you alone. If you find your passport lost, you should report it to the local police station and issue a certificate, and then go to the local embassy in China to apply for a temporary travel document.

Two. visa

Please check whether the visa has expired again and leave a copy at home in case of emergency.

Note: Guests with business visas must bring an invitation letter with them when entering the country for future reference. Contact the local embassy in time if you encounter any problems when entering the country.

Three. air ticket

Please reconfirm that the name, flight and time on the ticket are completely correct.

Four. plug

The voltage in Europe is 220V, which is a cylindrical double-hole socket. Unlike China, if you need to charge your mobile phone, camera, etc. Please prepare the European standard conversion plug.

Note: European standard plugs are sold in supermarkets in most parts of Europe, such as Germany, France, Northern Europe and Spain.

Verb (short for verb) money

The euro is used in most parts of Europe. According to the regulations of China Customs, each person can take the equivalent foreign currency out of the country without exceeding US$ 5,000. (Note: Credit cards are widely used in Europe, so it is recommended to take them with you when traveling abroad. )

Intransitive verbs tourism supplies

Itinerary, map, camera, film, battery, sunglasses, rain gear (it often rains in Europe), standing medicine, toiletries and slippers (teeth and slippers are not provided in European hotels). When going to sunny countries such as Spain, you should prepare sunscreen products.

Seven. Travel clothes

The climate in European countries is changeable, so please prepare clothes suitable for travel according to the seasonal characteristics; In particular, please prepare a thin coat in summer and wear it in the morning and evening.

Eight. Drinking Water

People who are used to drinking hot water or tea need to bring their own tea leaves and electric kettle. Hotel rooms in Europe only have potable tap water, not hot water.

Nine. Taboo items

In order to prevent the spread of bird flu epidemic, the European Union recently stipulated that all passengers from countries and regions with bird flu epidemic should be inspected by customs, veterinarians and other professionals, and poultry, meat and its finished products, instant noodles and condiments that China tourists often carry are prohibited from being brought into Europe.

Entry and exit and flight instructions

I. Assemble

To take an international flight, you need to meet at the airport 2-3 hours in advance, take your passport, visa, ticket and luggage, and prepare for entry and exit and boarding procedures.

Two. customs declaration

According to the regulations of China Customs, if you have valuables such as cameras, long-lens cameras and laptops. In your luggage, you need to fill in the customs declaration form and go through the red channel.

Tobacco products: 200 cigarettes or 100 cigars; 50 cigars or 250 grams of tobacco. Alcoholic products: 1 liter contains alcohol above 22 degrees; Or 2 liters of wine containing alcohol below 22 degrees; Or 2. Raise sparkling wine or alcoholic wine; Or two liters of regular wine. 500g coffee or 200g espresso. 100g tea or 40g concentrated tea essence. 50 grams of perfume or 0.25 liters of eau de toilette. It is particularly important to note that everyone should carry alcohol and tobacco separately, otherwise it will be regarded as an item carried by one of them.

Note: Only people aged 17 can bring duty-free tobacco and alcohol into the country, and coffee must also be brought by people aged 15.

Three. Boarding pass and checked baggage

Go to the airline counter where the ticket belongs to queue up for boarding pass and checked baggage; Note: Generally, luggage will be checked directly to the destination city. Please be sure to keep the luggage tag given to you by the airline. According to airline regulations, each person can check one piece of luggage for free (the weight does not exceed 20kg, and the total length, width and height does not exceed 269cm).

Four. hand luggage

According to airline regulations, each person can carry 10 kg of luggage at most, and the luggage size should meet airline requirements (the total length, width and height should not exceed 1 15 cm); Precious and fragile items, such as cash, jewelry, etc. Or items that can be taken away at any time (such as medicines) should be carried with you to avoid loss; You can't carry knives on the plane. If they are carried, they must be checked.

Verbs (short for verb) enter and exit.

According to the regulations of China Customs, every passenger must fill out the exit form when leaving the customs, and the entry form when entering the customs. When you leave the customs, you should submit your passport, visa, boarding pass and exit form to the customs. European countries generally do not need to fill in the entry form (Britain needs it), but they need to submit passports, visas, air tickets and even invitations.

Boarded the plane

Please line up at the boarding gate for boarding pass or live broadcast instructions, and turn off all electronic devices (mobile phones, computers, game consoles, etc.). When the plane takes off and lands; Smoking is prohibited on the plane.

Seven. claim one's luggage

Arrive in European destination cities, pick up your luggage and check it in time. If you find it lost or damaged, please report it to the counter of your airline at the airport with your baggage tag.

Matters needing attention in European travel

I. Language

All European countries have their own languages, France speaks French, and Nordic countries speak their own languages. But most people can basically understand English.

Two. residence

Hotels in Europe usually don't provide toothbrushes, toothpaste, combs and slippers in the bathroom, but only shampoo, bath lotion and soap; Hotels in Europe usually have no strict star rating except 5 stars. Some hotels managed by international hotel groups usually indicate the star rating in their hotels. In terms of hardware facilities, European hotels are generally not as advanced and modern as domestic hotels, the lobby is not spacious and bright, and the rooms are not big, especially the elevators are small and old, but most hotels are clean and tidy, with unique decoration, giving people a warm and comfortable feeling.

Three. prescribe a diet

Hotels in European countries usually provide western-style buffet breakfast, which is slightly different according to habits. Breakfast in Germany, northern Europe and France is slightly rich, while in France and other countries it is relatively simple. There are Chinese restaurants in all European countries, which can provide Chinese lunches and dinners for teams in China, but after all, they are foreign countries, and the food is really not as delicious as domestic ones. Moreover, there are differences in different countries and cities, so we can only go back to China to enjoy China cuisine.

Four. transport

The highway network in Europe is very developed and suitable for self-driving travel; Cities are generally small in scale, and public transportation on the ground and underground is very convenient;

Verb (short for verb) communication

Communication in Europe is also very developed. China's GSM mobile phone can roam to Europe, and the international phone bill is expensive, but SMS can be used. The hotel will also charge a service fee for the telephone number of the hotel room, so it is more cost-effective to call back to China by using an IC calling card. From Europe to China, the dialing sequence is 00(+) China international area code 86+ city area code+telephone number (the city area code can be omitted when calling a mobile phone).

Practice of intransitive verbs

According to the convention, European hotels usually stipulate that they can check in at 14: 00 pm and must check out at 12: 00 noon. If they check in early or check out late, they will have to pay more. When traveling in Europe, you usually have the habit of tipping drivers and tour guides every day, and you have to pay extra tips after eating in restaurants or taking a taxi. There is also a charge for going to public toilets in Germany; If the bellboy helps you with your luggage at the hotel, please give him a tip, too.

Seven. money

In 2002, most European countries began to use the unified currency euro, but Britain continued to use the pound, Denmark, Norway and other countries continued to use the original krona, Switzerland used the Swiss franc and so on. But they are freely convertible with the euro. The specific exchange rate is subject to the local exchange rate at that time.

Eight. well-behaved

Traveling in Europe must abide by traffic rules. Europeans pay attention to order, and shopping and cycling will line up; There are clear laws in Europe that stipulate drivers' daily driving time and rest time, which need to be observed by everyone to avoid artificially causing drivers to work overtime or fatigue. In this way, drivers will not only be punished for violating the law, but also endanger everyone's safety; The bar and pay TV in the hotel room are monitored by computer. If you drink or watch, you need to pay when you check out. If you don't drink the drinks in the bar, please don't move, lest you miscalculate the cost.

Nine. religion

Most Europeans believe in Catholicism and Christianity, and a few believe in Islam. So we can see churches in all European cities, please respect their beliefs, don't wear miniskirts and hats into churches, and don't make any noise when visiting churches.

X. Security

In the process of traveling, we must pay attention to personal safety, abide by traffic rules, take the name and address card of the hotel when going out, and try not to go to places with bad public security; In Europe, we should also pay special attention to personal and property safety, especially when visiting scenic spots and dining in restaurants, pay attention to carry-on luggage such as money to avoid being robbed, cheated or stolen; Similar incidents have happened in Europe in the past, especially in Italy and France, Paris, Spain and other places where tourists from all over the world gather; Never leave your handbag. It's best not to count the cash in front of people to avoid future trouble.

XI。 amusement

All bars, nightclubs, casinos, etc. In Europe, night casinos are not allowed to enter. /kloc-Those under 0/8 years old should dress neatly and carry their passports.

Twelve. go shopping

Europe has internationally renowned watches, clothing, perfumes and leather products. China guests can enjoy shopping tax rebate in Europe, but please ask the shopping store about the specific tax rebate ratio and shopping amount; Please note that the shops in Europe are different from those in China. They are closed on all holidays, including Saturday and Sunday. The daily business hours are usually only around 18: 00, and sometimes they close earlier.

Thirteen. major

China tourists often buy souvenirs in Europe:

France: perfume, skin care products, red wine;

Germany: Leica camera, Steiner, world-class telescope, sausage, beer, health products.

Fourteen temperature

The climatic conditions in European countries are different. Now, we provide the national thermometer for reference. Please pay attention to the world weather forecast before going abroad. (with thermometer)

Region August September 65438+ October

Madrid 19 20 13 9 6

Barcelona 28 26 22 17 14

Fifteen. European Community Customs Regulation

European customs stipulate that each person can only bring 200 cigarettes (one) and only one bottle of high-alcohol wine. If it is found that it exceeds the standard, the customs will impose a high fine. It is particularly important to note that the group's tobacco and alcohol must be carried separately, otherwise it will be regarded as an item carried by one of them.

Sixteen. emergency call

The general emergency number in Europe is 1 12. You can call any phone for free, even a mobile phone without Internet access.

Seventeen. smoke

Many countries prohibit smoking indoors, otherwise they will be fined heavily (the highest fine in Italy is 275 euros). High price is one of the measures to restrict smoking in Europe. The price of cigarettes in Europe is much more expensive than that in China. In some countries, the customs specially confiscated cigarettes carried by tourists from China. Restaurants, airports, stations and other public places have designated smoking areas, and smoking is prohibited outside the smoking areas. Usually, places where ashtrays are not provided are non-smoking areas. Smoking is prohibited on most European flights. The train has a special smoking compartment, which can be booked in advance.

Eighteen. equation?of?time;?time?difference

Daylight saving time: Most countries in Europe practice daylight saving time. Every April to 165438+ 10 is European daylight saving time, which is one hour earlier than winter standard time. The difference between China and European standard time is 6 hours in daylight saving time and 7 hours in winter time. The above is the continental standard time. Portugal and Iceland are one hour behind continental standard time. Finland, etc. One hour earlier than European standard time.

Nineteen. Tax refund (tax exemption)

European locals have to pay consumption tax-value-added tax (V.A.T) when they consume. According to the regulations of European Customs, export goods will receive tax refund. Therefore, tourists with short-term visas of less than 3 months can get consumption tax refund after shopping in European countries and taking goods out of European countries. The amount of tax refund will depend on the tax rate of the host country and the value of the purchased goods, usually between 10- 15%. Some countries charge a certain percentage of commission for tax refund through intermediary. Different countries have different restrictions on the minimum shopping value of tax refund.

The procedure for tax refund is:

1. Ask the store for a tax refund when shopping;

2. Fill in the name, passport number and contact address on the tax refund form;

Apply for tax refund at the last stop of leaving Europe, that is, before going through customs. Before the tax refund, the customs will usually inspect the goods to prove that the goods have indeed been taken out of the country. For the goods that need to be checked, it is necessary to declare that there are goods that need to be returned in the luggage when checking. After affixing the consignment card, take your luggage to the customs for inspection, and the customs will stamp the tax refund form with a stamp of inspection; (Note: Different countries and airports may have different procedures. )

4. Take the tax refund form stamped by the customs to the cash refund office at the airport or at the border to collect cash.