Visa policy of Argentina
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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 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 may extend their stay up to 2 years each time.[1][2]
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ID - May 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 purposes, 90 days for business purposes.
5 - 90 days within any 180-day period.
6 - 90 days within any 1 calendar year.
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Cancelled:
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Non-ordinary passports
In addition to countries whose citizens are visa-exempt (except Australia, Canada, Ireland, the United States and Venezuela), holders of diplomatic or service 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]
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. [82]
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: [83]
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.[84]
Visa types
Tourist Visa
Visas for tourism may 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.[85]
Business Visa
Business visas may 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.[86]
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 may 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.[87]
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.[88]
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 may be processed at the Consular Representation of the Argentine Republic located in the foreigner's place of residence.[89]
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.[90]
Visas for Non-Catholic Religious cult
Visas for non-Catholic religious practitioners that involve the temporary residence of the foreigner in the country may also only be processed at the Consular Representation of the Argentine Republic corresponding to the foreigner's residence.[91]
Visa based on nationality
Visas based on nationality may 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.[92]
Transferred Personnel Visa
Visa for individuals residing within the Argentine jurisdiction who seek entry into the Argentine Republic due to relocation by their employer.[93][94]
Family Reunification Visa
Visas for family reunification may 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.[95]
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.[96] 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.[97]
Visa Type | Description |
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Tourist Visa | For tourism purposes. Processed at any Consular Representation, up to 90 days. |
Business Visa | For business purposes. Processed at any Consular Representation, up to 60 days. |
Conference & Professional Activities Visa | Visa for attending special events (such as fairs, professional activities, etc). Processed at any Consular Representation, up to 30 days. |
Student Visa +365 | For studying over 365 days, processed at the respective Consular Representation. |
Student Visa - 365 | For studying under 365 days, processed at the Consular Representation. |
Visa for Religious of the Catholic Cult | Processed at the Consular Representation for temporary residence. |
Visas for Non-Catholic Religious Cult | Processed at the Consular Representation for non-Catholic religious practitioners. |
Visa by Nationality | Processed at the Consular Representation based on nationality, valid for two years. |
Work Visa | Processed at the Consular Representation for employment, personal application required. |
Visa for Transferred Personnel | For individuals relocating by their employer within the jurisdiction. |
Family Reunification Visa | Processed at the Consular Representation for family members of Argentine citizens. |
Syria Program | A special humanitarian visa, coordinated by the National Directorate of Migrations for the integration of Syrian beneficiaries. |
Transit
Travelers of any nationality do not require a visa for transit up to 12 hours, while remaining in the airport or station.[98]
Travel Certificate
Holders of passports of the following countries and territories must use a Travel Certificate issued by Argentina instead of a visa when travelling:[99]
See also
References
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- ^ Was applied from 17 February 1967
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- ^ Folleto Programa Siria
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- ^ Passengers in transit, National Direction of Migrations of Argentina. (in Spanish)
- ^ Travel Certificate for holders of certain passports, Consulado General de la República Argentina
External links
- Dirección Nacional de Migraciones of Argentina
- Argentina visa requirements by nationality (Spanish), Dirección Nacional de Migraciones de la Argentina