6th Bolivian
Conference on Development Economics (BCDE2014)
Cochabamba,
28 - 29 August 2014
MISCELLANEOUS PRACTICAL INFORMATION
WEATHER
Cochabamba's famous "Eternal Spring" continues to hold sway over the hearts of true Cochalos. Neither experiencing the humid heat of Santa Cruz nor the frigid winds of La Paz, Cochabamba enjoys a semi-arid climate. At 17° south of the Equator, tropical days are balanced by the cool of mountain nights. The characteristic of the climate is an extended dry season that runs from May until October with a wet season that generally begins in November with the principal rains ending in March.
The Winter season in Cochabamba goes from June 21th to September 21th with an average of high of 18,3 C (66 F) and an average low of 0,3 C (30 F). Please bring appropriate clothes.
CURRENCY
The official currency is the Bolivian Boliviano (BOB). The safest way to change foreign currency into Bolivianos is through a bank or at the hotel. Current exchange rate: 1 USD = 6.9 BOB and 1 BOB = 0.14 USD
AIRPORT TRANSFER
The cost of the airport transfer to the city center is approximately Bs. 40.
VISAS
Citizens of countries listed on group 1 do not need a visa.
Citizens of countries listed on group 2 can get a visa upon arrival.
Citizens of countries listed on group 3 should request a tourist visa on the nearest Bolivian consulate.
Please see this document to determine if you need a visa.
If you do need a visa, download the application form here, and contact Natalia Zegarra for help with invitation letter, etc. (bcde2014@inesad.edu.bo).
HEALTH ASSISTANCE:
Yellow Fever Vaccination
Foreign citizens must present their International Certificate of Vaccination against yellow fever.
Health Facilities
Hospital Belga
St. Antezana Nro. 0455
Phones: + (591) 4251579 - + (591) 4231403
Clínica Los Olivos Av. Melchor Pérez de Olguin Nro. 0175 (Zona hipódromo) Phone: + (591) 4408801
SECURITY RECOMMENDATIONS
As in any other big city, we strongly recommend for your safety that you don’t leave your bag or belongings unattended. Always keep your passport, air ticket and other valuable items in a safe place and avoid carrying high amount of money.
