Visa policy of Argentina

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

Visitors must hold a passport (or identity card if Mercosur or associated) valid for the period of intended stay, while Argentine citizens can enter with a valid or expired passport or identity card.

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.

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


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.

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.

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 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.

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 60 days.

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 30 days.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 2 years.

Transferred Personnel Visa
Visa for individuals residing within the Argentine jurisdiction who seek entry into the Argentine Republic due to relocation by their employer.

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.

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.

The Disposición 1520/2024 clarifies that ETA is a "Previous visa".

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. 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.

Electronic Entry Processing (TIE 24 H)
The Electronic Entry Processing (TIE 24 H) system allows nationals from visa-exempt countries to apply online for authorization to engage in professional, artistic, business, or academic activities.

This system has replaced the previous requirement of completing white entry forms on aircraft before entering the country. To begin the application process, applicants must access the relevant online platform and subsequently contact their chosen consular representation for further steps.

Visa for Official Education Students (Art. 7 DNM Provision 2802/2023)
This visa allows individuals to study in Argentina at the secondary, tertiary, university, or postgraduate level in public or private institutions within the official education system. The authorized stay in the country is up to two years. Applications for study visas must be submitted exclusively at the Argentine Consular Representation corresponding to the applicant's place of residence.

The application process is personal, requiring the applicant to contact the appropriate Consular Representation to schedule an appointment and coordinate the submission of required documents.

Visa for Non-Official Education Students: Exchange Students, Interns, and Scholars (Arts. 8 to 13 DNM Provision 2802/2023)
This visa is intended for individuals studying in non-official education institutions, participating in international mobility programs, cultural exchange or volunteer programs, student exchange programs, or working as interns or scholars in Argentina. The authorized stay for this visa is up to one year.

The application process is personal, requiring the applicant to contact the appropriate Consular Representation to schedule an appointment and coordinate the submission of required documents.

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.

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 United States.

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:

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.

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

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: