Telecommunications Direct dialling is available from South Africa on dial code 0939 followed by the area code and then subscribers number. 81 Bari 80 Good telegraph services are maintained internally. The metric system is utilised. The population is predominantly Roman Catholic. Buses and taxis are available.
Car hire is available but rather expensive.
Italy offers abundant accommodation but advance booking is essential. Tourism is a major source of foreign exchange. RSA Exports - Recommended Terms Confirmed letter of credit. SBSA has the capacity to confirm letters of credit issued by prime Italian banks. All sales and purchases of exchange must be effected through banks authorised for this purpose.