GENERAL INFORMATION

TIME ZONE

Genoa is located in the GMT +1 time zone.

WEATHER

The climate in Genoa is mild all the year round and October is usually warm (24° Celsius) but may be rainy.

CURRENCY

The monetary unit in Italy is Euro [€].

EXCHANGE

Automatic exchange machines are located at the airport and at most important banks.
There are two non-stop exchange shops located in Piazza De Ferrari and in Via San Lorenzo.

BANKS

Opening hours are:
- form Monday to Friday: 8.30 to 13.00; 14.30 to 16.00
- Saturday and Sunday: closed
Commissions may be charged on for foreign transaction and passport will be required as proof of identity.
The city is well supplied with cash dispensers which take most major credit card.

ELECTRICITY SUPPLY

The electricity current is 220V – 50 Hz. Please note that adaptors may be necessary (the sockets are for plugs with two or three round pins in a row).

TELEPHONE

The international code number from abroad is +39 followed by the number code of the person you are calling, comprehensive of the “zero” of region. The mobile phone network covers the whole country

CREDIT CARDS

Credit cards are generally accepted in shops and restaurants. Info: www.esteri.it/visti/

POST OFFICE

The general post office – Via Dante, 4/B – opening time is:
- from Monday to Friday: 8.00 to 18.30
- on Saturday: 8.00 to 13.30
- on Sunday: closed
Official website www.poste.it

SHOPPING

Genoa is well known for its beautiful shops where you can find offers for every taste and purse.
Department stores are usually open from 10.00 to 19.30 Monday to Saturday; closed on Monday morning and Sunday.
Food shops are closed on Wednesday afternoon

TAXES

Most goods and services are subject to 20%VAT. Such a tax is usually included in the selling price or bill.
Residents outside the European Union may ask for VAT reimbursement; info:
www1.agenziaentrate.it/inglese/