Here you can find some of the most asked questions and answers from and for the media attending the Eurovision Song Contest.
Press Information, Eurovision Song Contest 2012
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Visa
Most accredited press members and press need a visa to enter Azerbaijan. See on our pages the conditions ...
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Welcome, colleagues!
This year the Eurovision Song Contest will be held in the Azerbaijani capital of Baku. The event site is equipped with world-class facilities for the media all over the world.
On these pages you can find information about all of it. Don't forget to follow our Twitter (on the right or at Twitter.com/eurovisionpress) for the latest updates.
To check what is going on in Baku during the event weeks (12-27 May), please check out the rehearsal schedule (link on the right).
Also, if you are new or just want to update your knowledge on the contest, you're welcome to download the Media Handbook.
Contact details
You can contact us for more information at press@eurovision.tv and +372 712 0050.
Press alerts
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Eurovision interval acts revealed
The interval acts for this year's Eurovision Song Contest have just been revealed - it'll be a mixture of foreign and local stars, from traditional to pop culture.
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2 weeks ago | 28 comments
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Eldar, Nargiz, Leyla to host Eurovision 2012
Just minutes ago, Eldar, Leyla and Nargiz have been announced by the Host Broadcaster Ictimai TV to host this year's Eurovision Song Contest in Baku.
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16/Apr at 13:27 | 94 comments
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Results of the 2012 Running Order Draw!
36 Semi-Finalists, the so-called Big 5 countries - France, Germany, Italy, Spain and the UK - and the host nation, Azerbaijan were anxiously awaiting the results of the draw for the 2012 Eurovision Song Contest which took place in Baku today. The order of appearance now gives way to lots of speculation about who will do well in this year's edition of the Eurovision Song Contest.
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20/Mar at 12:05 | 189 comments
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SOCAR becomes Eurovision 2012 Official Partner
The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) today announced the State Oil Company of Azerbaijan Republic (SOCAR), one of the leading oil companies in the world, as an Official Partner of the Eurovision Song Contest 2012 in Baku, Azerbaijan.
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16/Mar at 13:00 | 7 comments
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Armenia withdraws from Eurovision 2012
Today Armenian Public Television officially informed the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) of their withdrawal from the 2012 Eurovision Song Contest.
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7/Mar at 09:00 |
Important dates
Below you can find a selection of important dates for the 2012 Eurovision Song Contest.
10th of April
Online accommodation tool for accredited press and fans is closed. See more...
20th of April
Accreditation system is closed for the press and fans. See more...
10th of May
Accredited journalists and accredited fans can obtain their entry visa upon arrival at Baku International Airport. See more...
12th of May
Opening of the Press Centre in Baku, next to the Crystal hall.
13-20th of May
Open Rehearsals of all 42 participants in the Crystal Hall
21st of May
- First Dress Rehearsal of the first Semi-Final (open for accredited press and fans)
- Second Dress Rehearsal of the first Semi-Final (Jury Dress Rehearsal). See more...
22th of May
- Third Dress Rehearsal of the first Semi-Final
- FIRST SEMI-FINAL LIVE SHOW
- Winners press conference
23rd of May
- First Dress Rehearsal of the second Semi-Final (open for accredited press and fans)
- Second Dress Rehearsal of the second Semi-Final (Jury Dress Rehearsal). See more...
24th of May
- Third Dress Rehearsal of the second Semi-Final
- SECOND SEMI-FINAL LIVE SHOW
- Winners press conference
23rd of May
- First Dress Rehearsal of the Grand Final (open for accredited press and fans)
- Second Dress Rehearsal of the Grand Final (Jury Dress Rehearsal). See more...
26th of May
- Third Dress Rehearsal of the Grand Final
- GRAND FINAL LIVE SHOW
- Winner's press conference
FAQ
Where is the EBU feedpoint and stand up positions in Baku?
They're located close to the entrance of the Press Centre.
Where can I get a feed for TV/Radio?
You can get them at the EBU feedpoint.
When are the pool A and B stickers being handed out?
For the Semi-Final 1: 21st of May
For the Semi-Final 2: 23rd of May
For the Grand Final: 25th of May
The pool A stickers (for the biggest photo agencies in the world) will be given out at the EBU Press Office. Pool B stickers will be handed out by each Head of Delegation of every country. For the Semi-Finals pool B stickers are available only for the photographers from these participating countries that take part in that Show.
Can I use videos and photos from Eurovision.tv?
You are free to embed the videos from our YouTube and the photos in our press galleries.
Where or/Can I get tickets for....(show)?
You can buy tickets either online or in ticket offices in Baku.
Press menu
Baku 2012
Press Section • Calendar • Press Centre • Photo & Video Rights • EBU Feedpoint & Stand up positions • FAQ • Accreditation (closed) • Accommodation • Visa
Downloads
High Quality Photos • Logo • Logo guidelines • Media Handbook 2012 • Theme Art • Participant interview requests • Rehearsal schedule
Using material
All media is welcome to embed videos from the official Eurovision.tv YouTube channel as well as use the Press Photos in their publications. Please credit EBU and/or the photographer.
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