Portland Dress Code

Portland's dress code is very much dictated by the season and its weather. However, smart business suits should be worn by both men and women for business meetings in Portland.

Greeting Someone in Portland

Most people in Portland address each other by their first names and greet each other with a handshake. On some occasions, such as business meetings and formal functions, it is expected to use a person's title and last name.

Portland Business Hours and Banking

Business hours in Portland tend to vary from one industry to another but in general, most office environments operate between 09.00 and 17.30, Monday to Friday. As for banks, they tend to be open between 09.00 and 15.00, Monday to Friday.

Smoking

An issue that is traditionally one of great controversy in the United States, smokers are warned to be very careful when choosing a place to light up as some public places have banned smoking altogether. It is advisable to refrain from smoking if others nearby are doing the same.