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ANNUAL MEETING DUBAI ICC BANKING COMMISSION | 20–23 APRIL 2020 The Ritz-Carlton (DIFC) VENUES 20-21 April | Task Force Meetings Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry Baniyas Rd, Dubai, United Arab Emirates 22-23 April | Plenary Meetings & ICCUAE Event The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai International Financial Centre Gate Village, DIFC, off Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai 482032 United Arab Emirates Please consult the interactive map to plan your itinerary outline LOGISTICAL NOTES, ANNUAL MEETING, DUBAI 2020 | 1 ANNUAL MEETING DUBAI ICC BANKING COMMISSION | 20–23 APRIL 2020 The Ritz-Carlton (DIFC) TRAVEL TIPS Air Travel Dubai has two main airports, Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Dubai World Central- Al Maktoum International (DWC). DBX is the most convenient, located 15 km from The Ritz-Carlton with a metro line connecting the two locations. Transportation The easiest way to reach Dubai is by airplane while the easiest way to get around the city is by car. Additionally, there are many options for public transport including Dubai’s state of the art and fully-automated metro system and an extensive network of buses, trams and water taxis. For more information, timetables and routes, visit RTA or download the RTA smart application. Taxi Dubai taxi services are available 24/7 including public and religious holidays. Additionally, all Dubai taxis accept debit, credit, cash and nol cards. If you would like to take a taxi to and from the airport, download a smart application provided by RTA, or hail a taxi which is readily available at the street level. You may also reserve a private car to take you to your destination or contact the Ritz-Carlton concierge desk at +971 4 372 2511 to inquire about additional transportation options and fees. Currency The United Arab Emirates uses the Emirati Dirham. Check the conversion rate with your currency before your trip. ATM machines are available throughout the city, but your local bank could impose international transaction fees. Be sure to contact your bank for more details. Time Zone Dubai is on Gulf Standard Time (UTC +4). If you are unsure of the time difference compared to your country, please consult this time zone converter. Weather The ICC Banking Commission Annual Meeting will occur in April 2020. April in Dubai tends to be dry and sunny with average temperatures ranging from 21 to 33 degrees Celsius. See Dubai’s monthly averages for more details. Security In the event of an emergency, please dial 999. For all other security related questions and concerns, please consult the UAE Government Portal (English) or the Dubai Police website (Arabic). LOGISTICAL NOTES, ANNUAL MEETING, DUBAI 2020 | 2 ANNUAL MEETING DUBAI ICC BANKING COMMISSION | 20–23 APRIL 2020 The Ritz-Carlton (DIFC) VISA APPLICATION PROCESS Depending on your nationality, and the purpose and duration of your visit, you may need a visa to travel to The United Arab Emirates. Please visit the UAE’s government website to check if you need a visa. We are able to issue visa invitation letters to support your visa application only after receiving your registration confirmation. Please contact: Habibullah Rizwan at [email protected] including the following information to request a visa invitation letter: 1. Full Name 2. Company 3. Position 4. Nationality 5. Date and place of birth 6. Passport number 7. Issue Date 8. Expiry Date 9. Telephone 10. Mobile 11. Email 12. Date of entry 13. Date of departure Please fill the above information and provide a scanned copy of your passport to the aforementioned email. Please note—PDF copies of the letter will be sent directly to you—they will not be sent to the consulate. It is your responsibility to send the letter and your complete application to your chosen consulate. LOGISTICAL NOTES, ANNUAL MEETING, DUBAI 2020 | 3 ANNUAL MEETING DUBAI ICC BANKING COMMISSION | 20–23 APRIL 2020 The Ritz-Carlton (DIFC) CANCELLATION POLICY 50% of the registration fee will be refunded if notice of cancellation is received in writing before 8 March 2020. Cancellations after this date are not refundable. The process reimbursement may take up to 14 days. The registration may be transferred to another person from the same company or organization at no extra charge. Updated registration information will be required. Please note that ICC Banking Commission reserves the right to cancel this event or to make minor alterations to the content and timing of the programme or to the identity of the speakers. In the unlikely event of cancellation, delegates will be offered a full refund. ICC will not, however, be held responsible for any related expense incurred by the participant. Xing AG, on behalf of the International Chamber of Commerce, is in charge of invoicing and payment handling and will charge the invoice amount from your credit card account. If you have any questions about payment, please contact Xing Events at [email protected] or 0800-2642636 (toll free). LOGISTICAL NOTES, ANNUAL MEETING, DUBAI 2020 | 4 ANNUAL MEETING DUBAI ICC BANKING COMMISSION | 20–23 APRIL 2020 The Ritz-Carlton (DIFC) DATA PROTECTION INFORMATION The information requested in this form is collected by ICC, data controller, for registration purposes. The data is stored in an ICC database for the use of ICC. Fields marked with asterisks are mandatory. Under the French Act on Data Processing, Data Files and Individual Liberties (Loi informatique et liberté) of 6 January 1978, you have the right to query access, amend or object to the processing of your personal data on legitimate grounds, as well as the right to provide indications as to your data’s fate after death by sending an email to [email protected] or writing to the International Chamber of Commerce, ICC DPO, 33-43 avenue du Président Wilson 75116 Paris, France, along with a copy of an identity document (ID). DISCLAIMER The photos and audiovisual recordings taken at this meeting may be used and published by ICC, its subsidiaries or affiliates, for informational or promotional purposes in printed materials or online, including on ICC websites and in social media. Participation in the meeting implies agreement to such use of photos or audiovisual recordings in which the participant may appear unless ICC receives written notification to the contrary LOGISTICAL NOTES, ANNUAL MEETING, DUBAI 2020 | 5 ANNUAL MEETING DUBAI ICC BANKING COMMISSION | 20–23 APRIL 2020 The Ritz-Carlton (DIFC) ACCOMMODATIONS ICC ROOM RATES Single/Double AED 850.00 per room per night for single occupancy AED 950.00 per room per night for double occupancy For more information on booking procedures, please consult the ICC hotel guide which may be found on the 2020 Annual Meeting website. The Ritz-Carlton, DIFC T +971 4 372 2222 Sheikh Rashid Road, Riyadh St, E [email protected] Dubai, United Arab Emirates Website ICC ROOM RATES Single/Double AED 750.00 per room per night * Above rates include breakfast * Rates are subject to 10% service charge, 7% municipality fees, 5% VAT and AED 20 Tourism Dirham Fee per room per night. To book a room, participants should send an email to the below hotel contacts: Isabelita Gallanosa Shangri-La Dubai Events Coordinator, Shangri-La Group/Sales Team Sheikh Zayed Road, P.O. Box 75880, T +971 4 405 2858 Dubai, United Arab Emirates M +971 56 724 9528 Website E [email protected] LOGISTICAL NOTES, ANNUAL MEETING, DUBAI 2020 | 6 ANNUAL MEETING DUBAI ICC BANKING COMMISSION | 20–23 APRIL 2020 The Ritz-Carlton (DIFC) ACCOMMODATIONS ICC ROOM RATES Guests will be given a minimum of 20% discount rate. To book type promo code ICCUAE into the corporation code column and check availability. T +971 4 230 9999 E [email protected] Flora Grand Hotel Al Rigga, Deira, P.O. Box 120328, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Website ICC ROOM RATES Single/Double AED 310.00 per room per night for single occupancy AED 355.00 per room per night for single occupancy * Rates are subject to 7% Municipality fee, 10% Service Charge and AED 20.00 Tourism Dirham fee per room per night on room only basis. Carlton Tower For more information on booking procedures, please consult the ICC hotel guide which may Sheikh Zayed Road, be found on the 2020 Annual Meeting website. Dubai, United Arab Emirates T +971 4 292 0000 Website E [email protected] For the full list of ICC room rates as well as additional information regarding booking procedures, please consult the ICC Hotel Guide in the logistics section of the 2020 Annual Meeting website. LOGISTICAL NOTES, ANNUAL MEETING, DUBAI 2020 | 7 ANNUAL MEETING DUBAI ICC BANKING COMMISSION | 20–23 APRIL 2020 The Ritz-Carlton (DIFC) SUGGESTED RESTAURANTS Aseelah Sikka Café Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Deira Creek, (City Walk) Al Safa St | (la Mer) La Mer South Baniyas, Dubai T +971 4 385 6524 | T +971 4 385 6775 T +971 4 205 7033 | website website Coya Zuma Restaurant Village Four Seasons Resort Gate Village 06, Podium Level, Jumeirah Beach Road, Jumeirah 2, Dubai Happiness St, Dubai T +971 4 316 9600 | website T +971 4 205 7033 | website Gaia Thiptara Gate villlage 4, Dubai Ground Level, Palace Downtown 9770, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Blvd, Dubai T +971 4 241 4242 | website T +971 4 888 3444 | website LOGISTICAL NOTES, ANNUAL MEETING, DUBAI 2020 | 8 ANNUAL MEETING DUBAI ICC BANKING COMMISSION | 20–23 APRIL 2020 The Ritz-Carlton (DIFC) LEISURE TIME WHAT TO DO? GUIDED TOURS LOGISTICAL NOTES, ANNUAL MEETING, DUBAI 2020 | 9.