General Information
Uruguay
Uruguay is located in the Southern Cone of South America, with neighbouring countries as Brazil in the North and Northeast, Argentina in the West and the River Plate and Atlantic Ocean in the South. Uruguay has a territory of 176,000 kms2, and approx. 3.3 million inhabitants, with a literacy rate reaching 97 % of the population. Uruguay enjoys a temperate and generally stable climate. With a democratically government elected every 5 years by free elections, Uruguay’s open society promotes non discrimination and tolerance of all religions and political beliefs. Uruguay offers endless natural scenery and a wide variety of historical sites in a small area, which makes it a natural tourism destination. The country offers many options to its visitors - from unspoiled deserted beaches to other hot - spots filled with glamour, natural meadows and extensive wetlands, bird and whale watching, thermal springs and world heritage historical sites. The preservation and care of the environment, have positioned Uruguay among the countries with best sustainability indicators, recognized by numerous international organizations. The recently declared world cultural heritage dances, Tango (shared with Argentina) and Candombe (developed by African descendants in Montevideo) are two good reasons more to make decisions and come to the conference.
For further information about Uruguay visit:
www.turismo.gub.uy
Official languages
The official Congress languages are Spanish, English and Portuguese. Simultaneous interpretation will be provided
CREDIT CARD
Major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, AMEX) are accepted at most hotels, restaurants and shops. |
SECURITY
Uruguay is a safe country for visitors. Montevideo is rated as the second safest world capital city. However, we recommend following the usual precautions suggested worldwide to avoid incidents. |
Travel and health insurance
The Organizing Committee is not responsible for health or travel insurance of its guests, or for theft or personal accidents. We recommend attendees to make their own arrangements. Most hotels have emergency medical cover. |
visas
According to the Uruguayan Ministry of Foreign Affairs up to day the countries that do not need visa are the following:
GERMANY, ARGENTINA, AUSTRALIA, AUSTRIA, BAHAMAS, BARBADOS, BELGIUM, BELIZE, BOLIVIA, BRAZIL, CANADA, COLOMBIA, SOUTH KOREA, COSTA RICA, CROATIA, CHILE, CYPRUS, DENMARK, ECUADOR, EL SALVADOR, SLOVAKIA , SLOVENIA, SPAIN, UNITED STATES, FINLAND, FRANCE, ENGLAND, GREECE, GUATEMALA, THE NETHERLANDS , HONDURAS, HUNGARY, IRELAND, ISLAND, ISRAEL, ITALY, JAMAICA, JAPAN, LATVIA, LICHTENSTE J N, LITHUANIA, L O UXEMBOURG, MALAYSIA, MALTA, MEXICO, MONACO, NICARAGUA, NORWAY , NEW ZEALAND, PANAMA, PARAGUAY, PERU, POLAND, PORTUGAL, REPUBLIC BULGARIAN CHEC K REPUBLIC, DOMINICAN REPUBLIC, ROMANIA, SOUTH AFRICA, SEYCHELLES, SWEDEN, SWITZERLAND, TRINIDAD & TOBAGO, TURKEY, VENEZUELA, EUROPEAN COMMISSION, PASSPORTS OAS, UN PASSPORTS
For further information please visit this link: http://www.mrree.gub.uy/gxpsites/hgxpp001?7, 1, 153, O, S, 0, PAG;CONC;120;3;D;856;1;PAG;MNU;E;8;5;MNU;,
To contact the Uruguayan Embassy or Consulate nearest to your Country visit this link link: http://www.mrree.gub.uy/gxpsites/hgxpp001?7, 1, 55, O, S, 0, MNU;E;17;3;MNU
weather
In September is springtime in Uruguay. The temperature ranges between 18º and 25º C in the daytime, and we advise taking warm clothes with you in the evening when the temperature can drop considerably. Sudden showers may be expected. |
OFFICIAL TIME
GMT -4
CURRENCY
The local currency is the Uruguayan peso.On July one dollar was equivalent to 20,50 Uruguayan pesos (exchange rates may change - please verify current rates)
LANGUAJE IN Uruguay
The official language in Uruguay is Spanish, but English is widely spoken, being taught at schools as a second language.
POLITICAL SYSTEM
Uruguay has a democratic political system with presidential and parliamentary elections every five years.
sea lines
- BUQUEBUS – Terminal Punta del Este – 484995 - Oficina en Punta Ballena 578487 - http://www.buquebus.com/
- FERRYLINEAS – tel: 442820 - http://www.ferrylineas.com.ar/
ElectriciTY
CA 220 v 50 Hertz
TrASLATIONS
There will be simultaneous translation Spanish-English in every session. You must present your identity card or passport to pick your translation headphone.
A/V Testing Room
There will be an A/V testing room available for speakers in order to present and test their material at least half a day prior the time and date scheduled for his/her presentation. If possible, please send your presentation by e-mail to the Secretariat before the Assembly. The A/V testing room will be open on September 23rd .
CLOTHING
Cassual outfit is suggested for academic activities.
identification
Your congress identification will be requested to access academic activities.
MOBIL PHONES
The use of cellular phones is not permitted inside the meeting rooms. We thank you for your cooperation.
IMPORTANT Links
Ministerio de Turismo - www.mintur.gub.uy
