Visitors to Argentina must obtain a visa from one of the Argentinian diplomatic missions unless they are citizens of one of the visa-exempt countries.[1]

Visa policy map

Visa policy of Argentina
  Argentina
  Freedom of Movement
  Visa-free
  Visa required

Visa exemption

Holders of ordinary passports of the following countries and territories may enter Argentina without a visa for up to 90 days (unless otherwise noted). Extension of the period of stay is possible up to twice (30 or 90 days) the initially granted period of stay. Students can extend their stay up to 2 years each time.[1][2]

ID - May also enter with an ID card if arriving from a Mercosur country.
1 - Not applicable to holders of British subject or British Protected Person passports.
2 - 30 days.
3 - 30 days within any 1 calendar year.
4 - 30 days for tourist trips, 90 days for business trips.
5 - 90 days within any 180-day period.
6 - 90 days within any 1 calendar year.

Diplomatic and service category passports

  Argentina
  Visa free access for diplomatic and service category passports

Holders of diplomatic or service category passports of countries whose ordinary passport holders are visa-exempt (listed above) also do not require a visa, except for Australia, Canada, Ireland, United States and Venezuela. The visa waiver for diplomatic and service passports of Venezuela was suspended for an indefinite period from 10 January 2019.[82]

In addition, holders of diplomatic or service category passports of Albania, Algeria, Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Azerbaijan, Belize, Botswana, China, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Egypt, Haiti, India, Indonesia, Mongolia, Morocco, Mozambique, Pakistan, Philippines, Tunisia and Vietnam do not require a visa.[1]

Types of visa

Tourist visa

Visas for tourism can be processed at any Consular Representation of the Argentine Republic. The authorized period of stay for this type of visa is up to ninety (90) days.

This is not applicable to citizens of the People's Republic of China, as distinct requirements are enforced based on an existing international agreement pertaining to this matter.[83]

Business Visa

Business visas can be processed at any Consular Representation of the Argentine Republic. The authorized period of stay for this type of visa is up to sixty (60) days.[84]

Visa for attending conferences and fairs, or conducting technical, scientific, artistic, or professional activities

Visas for attending conferences and fairs, or conducting technical, scientific, artistic, or professional activities can be processed at any Consular Representation of the Argentine Republic. The authorized period of stay for this type of visa is up to thirty (30) days.[85]

Student Visa +365

These visas are intended for studying in the Argentine Republic for a period exceeding 365 consecutive days. Visas for educational purposes must be exclusively processed at the Consular Representation of the Argentine Republic corresponding to the foreigner's residence.[86]

Student Visa - 365

These visas are designed for studying in the Argentine Republic for a period of fewer than 365 days. Visas for studies - 365 can be processed at the Consular Representation of the Argentine Republic located in the foreigner's place of residence.[87]

Visa for members of the Catholic cult

Visas for members of the Catholic cult involving the temporary residence of the foreigner in the country can only be processed at the Consular Representation of the Argentine Republic corresponding to the foreigner's residence.[88]

Visas for Non-Catholic Religious cult

Visas for non-Catholic religious practitioners that involve the temporary residence of the foreigner in the country can only be processed at the Consular Representation of the Argentine Republic corresponding to the foreigner's residence.[89]

Visa based on nationality

Visas based on nationality can only be processed at the Consular Representation of the Argentine Republic corresponding to the foreigner's residence. This type of visa is available for nationals of Member or Associate States of MERCOSUR and allows for the temporary residence of the foreigner in the Argentine Republic for a period of two (2) years.[90]

Transferred Personnel Visa

Visa for individuals residing within the Argentine jurisdiction who seek entry into the Argentine Republic due to relocation by their employer.[91][92]

Family Reunification Visa

Visas for family reunification can exclusively be processed at the Consular Representation of the Argentine Republic corresponding to the foreigner's residence. This type of visa is available for the spouse, child, or parent of a native, naturalized, or optioned Argentine citizen. Additionally, this visa can be obtained by the foreigner who is the spouse, parent, or child under 18 years of age (or older with a disability) of a foreigner with permanent residence.[93]

Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA)

More than a conventional visa, the Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) is an electronic authorization designed for individuals already holding a visa from the United States or the Schengen Area.

The ETA applies to foreign nationals with valid and current regular passports traveling for tourism purposes to the Argentine Republic. They may apply for an ETA provided they can demonstrate, and it is verifiable, at least ONE (1) entry into the mentioned country in the TWO (2) years preceding the application. Alternatively, they should possess a valid permit issued by the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) or visas B2/J/B1/O/P (P1-P2-P3)/E/H-1B issued by the United States of America.[94]

For further information, see Electronic Travel Authorization.

Syria Program

The National Directorate of Migrations has formed an interagency Working Group to facilitate the implementation activities of the Syria Program, a special humanitarian visas program.[95] Coordinated by the Directorate of International and Social Affairs of the National Directorate of Migrations (DNM), this Working Group aims to monitor the execution of the Syria Program. One of its objectives is to assist in the integration process of program beneficiaries through various measures. The Working Group also engages in meetings with interested communities and organized groups associated with evangelical and Catholic churches that are willing to collaborate with the situation of Syrians in the country.[96]

Types of Visa Summary
Visa TypeDescription
Tourist VisaFor tourism purposes. Processed at any Consular Representation, up to 90 days.
Business VisaFor business purposes. Processed at any Consular Representation, up to 60 days.
Conference & Professional Activities VisaVisa for attending special events (such as fairs, professional activities, etc). Processed at any Consular Representation, up to 30 days.
Student Visa +365For studying over 365 days, processed at the respective Consular Representation.
Student Visa - 365For studying under 365 days, processed at the Consular Representation.
Visa for Religious of the Catholic CultProcessed at the Consular Representation for temporary residence.
Visas for Non-Catholic Religious CultProcessed at the Consular Representation for non-Catholic religious practitioners.
Visa by NationalityProcessed at the Consular Representation based on nationality, valid for two years.
Work VisaProcessed at the Consular Representation for employment, personal application required.
Visa for Transferred PersonnelFor individuals relocating by their employer within the jurisdiction.
Family Reunification VisaProcessed at the Consular Representation for family members of Argentine citizens.
Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA)Electronic authorization for those with a US or Schengen visa, for tourism.
Syria ProgramA special humanitarian visa, coordinated by the National Directorate of Migrations for the integration of Syrian beneficiaries.

Electronic Travel Authorization

Citizens of most countries and territories that are not visa-exempt may apply for an Electronic Travel Authorization (or AVE) when travelling for tourism purposes. [97]

For this, they exclusively need to be holders of a valid category B2/ J / B1 / O / P (P1-P2-P3) / E / H-1B visa issued by the US.

Regarding foreigners originating from countries that are visa-exempt for entry to the US, holders of valid and current ordinary, diplomatic, official or service passports, may process their AVE provided they demonstrate and are verifiable at least 1 entry to the aforementioned country, in the 2 years prior to the application or who have a valid permit issued by the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) or B2 visas /J/B1/O/P (P1-P2-P3)/E/H-1B issued by the USA.

When approved, they are issued a printed confirmation of their eTA which they use to travel for 90 days without having to obtain a traditional visa.

This is not applicable to citizens of the following countries and territories: [98]

As of November 2019, citizens of countries that do not require a visa for Schengen Area or the United States but who require a visa for Argentina may also apply for AVE if they had travelled to one of those two zones at least once in the past two years or if they hold and electronic authorization to travel issued by their authorities.[99]

Transit

Travelers of any nationality do not require a visa for transit up to 12 hours, while remaining in the airport or station.[100]

Travel Certificate required

Holders of passports of the following countries and territories must use a Travel Certificate issued by Argentina instead of a visa when travelling:[101]

See also

Wikivoyage has a travel guide for Argentina.

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