| CME ACCREDITATION |
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the Essential Areas and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education through the joint sponsorship of PESI, LLC and the International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer (IASLC) for the 4th Latin American Conference on Lung Cancer (LALCA 2010). PESI, LLC is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
AMA PRA Designation Statement
The PESI, LLC designates this educational activity for a maximum of 21.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
International CME
International Physicians are formally eligible for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™.
Physician Assistants AAPA accepts Category 1 credit from AOACCME, Prescribed credit from AAFP, and AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ for the PRA from organizations accredited by ACCME.
| BUENOS AIRES AIRPORTS |
There are three airports in Buenos Aires that connect the capital city of Argentina
to the rest of the world. The most important airport, the Ezeiza Ministro Pistarini
International Airport is located approximately 30 kilometers from the city of
Buenos Aires and serves flights to Europe, North America and other continents.
The two other airports (Jorge Newbery Aero Park Airport, the Comandante
Espora Aero Station Airport) are mostly used for flights to Neighboring countries.
Domestic flights connecting Buenos Aires to various cities of Argentina, also
known as ‘Cabotaie’, take off and land at the Jorge Newbery Aero Park Airport
located 15 minutes from downtown Buenos Aires. Travelers have to pay an airport
tax while traveling via these local airports. They also have to pay a tax of 20 US
dollars to go out of the country.
| Entry fee for Australian, Canadian & US American tourists arriving at Ezeiza International Airport |
Canadian and US American tourists have to pay a reciprocity fee on arrival at Ezeiza International Airport in Buenos Aires. This fee is payable in cash, by credit card, or by traveller’s cheque prior to clearing immigration at the airport. This fee does not apply at any other air, land, or sea port of entry.
Entry Fees:
Australians - $100 USD (valid for one entry)
Canadians - $70 USD (valid for one entry)
US Americans - $131 USD (valid for multiple entries during a period of 10 years after the first entry)
| CURRENCY & TAXES |
The official currency in Argentina is the Peso. VAT (Valued Added Tax) or I.V.A.
(Impuesto al Valor Agregado) is 21% and is almost always included in purchases. The Argentinean Peso (ARS) is divided into 100 centavos. Currency can be exchanged at banks and cambios (bureaux de change) but it is easier to use ATMs, available in Buenos Aires and most urban towns, which reflect the current exchange rate. Credit and debit cards are generally accepted, and US Dollars and Euros are normally taken everywhere, but some international cards place limits on transactions. Cirrus cards sometimes aren't accepted. There can be problems using travellers cheques in rural areas, although most banks in Buenos Aires and other major cities should accept them. It's best to take travellers cheques in US Dollars to avoid additional exchange rate charges.
Currency Exchange Rates
| ARS 1.00 = | US$ 0.26 | £ 0.16 | C$ 0.28 | A$ 0.29 | R 2.03 | € 0.18 | NZ$ 0.36 |
Note: These currency exchange rates are not updated daily and should be used as a guideline only.
| LANGUAGE |
Spanish is the official language spoken in Buenos Aires. A minority speak English,
Italian, German and French.
| CLIMATE |
Buenos Aires has a temperate climate with average temperatures ranging from 94°F (35°C) in January to 50°F (10°C) in July. The heaviest rain falls during autumn and spring, though rain can be expected at any time of the year. Many locals leave Buenos Aires during the hot summer months (December, January and February) and head for the coastal resorts.
| OFFICIAL AIRLINES TRAVEL AGENCY |
Forbes Travel International Ltd. has been appointed as the official Travel Agent for the 4th Latin American Conference on Lung Cancer. For assistance booking your travel with the Official Airline Network and/or Car Rental Company, please contact:
Forbes Travel International Ltd. |
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NOTE: Hotel reservations cannot be made through Forbes Travel. Hotel reservations must be booked through the registration form via International Conference Services, the official housing bureau for LALCA2010. Please see the 'Accommodation Page' on this website for further information.
| VISA & PASSPORT REQUIREMENTS |
All travelers will need a passport valid for at least 90 days following their departure date from Argentina. However, it is strongly recommended traveling with 6 months validity on your passport at all times.
Visas for either business or tourism for stays of up to 90 days are not required by US, UK, Canadian, Australian, South African, New Zealand, Irish and most European citizens. Extensions for a further 90 days are possible for some nationals. Please contact the consulate in your country for details. The only exception is for Canadian nationals who require a visa for business purposes.
Note: Any other nationals are advised to contact the Argentinean Embassy in their country to check visa requirements.
Check with your airline in case you have connecting flights overseas as part of your journey to Argentina. It may be the case that countries you pass through en route to your destination may require a separate transit visa. Please refer to visa requirements of the specific country.
Letter of Invitation for Visa Policy
An official Letter of Invitation to obtain a Visa and authorization to attend the 4th Latin American Conference on Lung Cancer will be issued ONLY after the Registration Form and full payment have been received.
| HEALTH |
There is a low risk of yellow fever, cholera and malaria in some northern provinces, so it is wise to seek your doctor's advice when travelling to these areas. However since the outbreak of yellow fever in neighboring Brazil and Paraguay in January/February 2008, it is recommended that all visitors to regions bordering these countries, including Iguazu Falls, be inoculated against yellow fever. Outbreaks of dengue fever are on the increase, and visitors are advised to avoid getting mosquito bites as there is no effective treatment for it. A hepatitis A vaccination is recommended before travel to Argentina as well as a typhoid vaccination for those who might eat or drink outside major restaurants and hotels. Water is safe to drink in major towns and cities. Medical facilities are good in the major cities. Treatment is expensive, however, and medical insurance is advised. Asthma, sinus and bronchial ailments can be aggravated by pollution in Buenos Aires. Those with specific conditions should bring a sufficient quantity of medical supplies and medicines for the trip.
| EMERGENCY NUMBER |
Medical Emergency Service: dial 107 in Buenos Aires
Fire Department : dial 100 in Buenos Aires
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Page last updated: June 2, 2010