Country
Passport Required?
Visa Required?
Return Ticket Required?
Passport valid for 6 months required by all except nationals of Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Paraguay and Uruguay who, for journeys that do not go beyond Argentina and these five countries, may use their national ID cards.
Required by all except the following:
(a) nationals of the countries shown in the chart above for stays of up to 90 days;
(b) nationals of Andorra, Barbados, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Haiti, Honduras, Hungary, Israel, Liechtenstein, Malta, Mexico, Monaco, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Norway, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Poland, St Lucia, San Marino, Singapore, Slovenia, South Africa, Switzerland, Turkey, Uruguay, Vatican City, Venezuela and Yugoslavia (Serbia and Montenegro) for stays of up to 90 days;
(c) nationals of Grenada, Hong Kong (British Nationals Overseas), Jamaica and Malaysia for stays of up to 30 days;
(d) transit passengers holding confirmed onward or return tickets for travel provided continuing their journey within 6 hours and not leaving the airport.
1. Visa exemptions mentioned above are for tourist purposes only. Business travellers are advised to contact the Argentinean Consulate before departure.
Tourist, Business, 15-day (issued to artists, musicians, etc.) and Transit. The cost of visas changes monthly with exchange rates; further details can be obtained from the consulate or embassy (see address section).
Visas are generally valid for stays of up to 90 days. Extensions for a further 90 days are possible for some nationals; contact the Consulate (or Consular section at Embassy) for details.
Consulate (or Consular Section at Embassy).
Tourist: (a) Passport. (b) Application form. (c) 1 passport photo. (d) Fee; payable by cheque or postal order. (e) Return ticket. (f) Letter from employer.
15-Day visa: (a)-(e), and (f) Letter or agreement from the company or organization requiring the applicant’s services.
Business: (a)-(e), and (f) Letter of introduction from employer. (h) Bank reference and proof of sufficient funds.
Nationals of Australia, Hong Kong (British Nationals Overseas), Malaysia, The Netherlands, New Zealand, Poland, UK and USA should travel with a UK company letter. It is advisable for nationals of all countries to contact the Consulate before travelling for business purposes.
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Minors travelling to or from Argentina, if unaccompanied by their parents, must carry their parents’ or other legal guardian’s authorization to travel, which must be certified by an Argentine Consul if issued abroad. Fines will be levied if passengers do not comply with immigration requirements and passengers will be deported.
Applicants for temporary residence, working holidays and long-stay business visits to Argentina should contact the Embassy or Consulate (see address section).
Calle Suipacha 1111, 20°, 1368 Buenos Aires, Argentina
Tel: (11) 4312 5621. Fax: (11) 4313 6834. E-mail: [email protected]
Website: www.sectur.gov.ar/homepage.htm or http://www.turism.gov.ar/
Following WHO guidelines issued in 1973, a cholera vaccination certificate is not a condition of entry to Argentina. However, precautions are advised. Up-to-date advice should be sought before deciding whether these precautions should include vaccination as medical opinion is divided over its effectiveness. See the Health appendix for more information.
Malaria risk, exclusively in the benign vivax form is low and exists in pockets in the provinces of Salta, Jujuy, Misiones and Corrientes. Protection in the form of 300mg of chloroquine prophylaxis administered weekly is advised.
Tap water is considered safe to drink. Drinking water outside main cities and towns may be contaminated and sterilisation is advisable. Pasteurised milk and dairy products are safe for consumption. Avoid unpasteurised milk as brucellosis occurs. Local meat, poultry, seafood, fruit and vegetables are generally considered safe to eat.
Hepatitis A and intestinal parasitosis are widespread. There is some risk of viral hepatitis and anthrax. Rabies is present. For those at high risk, vaccination before arrival should be considered. If bitten, seek medical advice without delay. For more information consult the Health appendix.
Medical insurance is recommended as there are no reciprocal health agreements. Medical facilities are generally of a high standard.
Dec 8 2001 Immaculate Conception. Dec 25 Christmas.Jan 1 2002 New Year’s Day. Mar 28 Maundy Thursday. Mar 29 Good Friday. Apr 2 Malvinas Day. May 1 Labour Day. May 25 National Day (Anniversary of the 1810 Revolution). Jun 24 National Flag Day. Jul 9 Independence Day. Aug 19 Death of General José de San Martín. Oct 16 Day of the Americas (Columbus Day). Dec 8 Immaculate Conception. Dec 25 Christmas.Jan 1 2003 New Year’s Day. Apr 2 Malvinas Day. Apr 17 Maundy Thursday. Apr 18 Good Friday. May 1 Labour Day. May 25 National Day (Anniversary of the 1810 Revolution). Jun 23 National Flag Day. Jul 9 Independence Day. Aug 18 Death of General José de San Martín. Oct 15 Day of the Americas (Columbus Day). Dec 8 Immaculate Conception. Dec 25 Christmas.
Destination Guide – Argentina
Passport and Visa Application
Health
Holidays
Passports
Visas
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Validity
Application to
Application requirements
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Temporary residence
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Health care
Public Holidays
| Types of visa and cost |
| Working days required |
| British | yes | no | yes |
| Australian | yes | no | yes |
| Canadian | yes | no | yes |
| USA | yes | no | yes |
| Other EU | yes | no/1 | yes |
| Japanese | yes | no | yes |
| Secretaria de Turismo de la Nacion (National Tourist Board) |
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| Health Precaution | Special Precaution | Certificate |
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| Yellow Fever | no | no |
| Cholera | yes | 1 |
| Typhoid and Polio | yes | n/a |
| Malaria | 2 | n/a |
| Food and Drink | 3 | n/a |