REGISTRATION AND CREDENTIALS
Participants should register for the meeting as soon as possible using the registration form.
Online registration does not ensure individuals will be entitled to attend a SPRFMO meeting. Per the Rules of Procedure (2.1), delegations should provide a Letter of Credentials with a list of the delegation members. A template Letter of Credentials is provided here for guidance, which should be completed and sent to the Secretariat ideally by 30 June 2026, or as far in advace of the meeting as possible. Please note that per the Rules of Procedure, the SC14 meeting will only be open to accredited delegates.
For assistance and meeting-related inquiries, please contact Ms Susana Delgado, Coordination and Communications Officer, at sdelgado@sprfmo.int.
MEETING DATES AND VENUE
The 14th SPRFMO Scientific Committee meeting (SC14) will be held in Tórshavn, Faroe Islands , from 7 to 12 September 2026, with pre-SC activities taking place on 5 and 6 September.
The venue for the meeting will be the Hotel Føroyar:
Hotel Føroyar
Gilsvegur 10
FO-100 Tórshavn
Faroe Islands
SPRFMO SC14 Accommodation Reservation - Hotel Føroyar
VISA AND ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Please note that visa requirements apply to some nationalities, and participants are therefore strongly encouraged to confirm entry requirements as soon as possible, but no later than 1 June 2026.
Citizens of EU and Schengen countries do not require a visa or other permits to visit the Faroe Islands. However, it is important to note that the Faroe Islands are not part of the European Union or the Schengen Area. Consequently, entry to the Faroe Islands cannot be based on a Schengen or Danish visa alone. When applying for a visa at a Danish Embassy, the application must specifically include the Faroe Islands.
Further information on visa requirements, including lists of visa-required and visa-exempt countries and guidance on how to apply, can be found here:
Visas and Work Permits - The Government of the Faroe Islands
Invitation letters will be issued for requests received no later than 1 June 2026. If a personal letter of support is required, please provide the following details to the SPRFMO Secretariat on sdelgado@sprfmo.int:
- Title:
- Name (as in passport):
- Nationality:
- Date of birth:
- Passport number:
- Passport expiry:
- Job title:
- Organisation/Agency/Employer:
- Travel dates:
A general letter of invitation has been provided by the Faroe Islands to support participants administrative arrangements.
ACCOMMODATION
Participants are encouraged to book their accommodation at Hotel Føroyar, where the meeting will take place.
Negotiated room rates have been secured for reservations made before 1 June 2026. These rates are only accessible through the following booking link:
SPRFMO SC14 Accommodation Reservation - Hotel Føroyar
Other accommodation options are also available in Tórshavn through platforms such as Hotels.com, Booking.com, and Airbnb.com.
CURRENCY
- The local currency is the Faroese Króna (DKK), which is pegged to the Danish Krone.
- Credit and debit cards (especially Visa and Mastercard) are widely accepted.
- ATMs are available in Tórshavn and at the airport.
- Tipping is not customary in the Faroe Islands, but rounding up or leaving a small amount for good service is appreciated.
TRANSPORT from the airport to venue
Vágar Airport (FAE) is located approximately 45 minutes by road from Tórshavn. A convenient transport option is the airport shuttle service operated by Auto and Bil. Participants are strongly encouraged to pre-book their airport transfer in advance.
Bookings can be made online through the operators’ websites:
CLIMATE AND WEATHER
- September is late summer / early autumn in the Faroe Islands.
- Expect cool temperatures ranging from 8°C to 13°C, with frequent wind and a high likelihood of rain. Weather conditions can change quickly.
- A waterproof jacket, warm layers, and sturdy footwear are recommended.
POWER
- The Faroe Islands use Type C and Type F (European-style) power plugs.
- Standard voltage: 230V, frequency: 50Hz.
- Delegates may require a plug adapter depending on their country of origin. A voltage converter is generally not needed for standard electronic devices compatible with 230V.
HEALTH AND SAFETY
- Call 112 for all emergency services (Police, Fire, Ambulance).
- No specific vaccinations are currently required for entry into the Faroe Islands.
- The Faroe Islands maintain high public health standards; tap water is safe to drink.
- Delegates are advised to have adequate travel insurance, including health coverage.
INTERNET AND CONNECTIVITY
- Free Wi-Fi is widely available in hotels, cafés, and at the meeting venue.
- SIM cards with data can be purchased at the airport and in local shops (main providers include Føroya Tele and Hey by Vodafone).