Citizens of certain countries (including the United States) do not require a visa to enter Argentina as tourists for a stay of up to three months. The Consulate processes visas for foreign citizens who need them for the activities they will be carrying out in Argentina.
The National Directorate of Migration maintains a list of nationalities and passport types in relation to visa requirements for travel to Argentina. For more information, visit the National Directorate of Migration's visa website.
Learn about the requirements for entering and leaving Argentina
Requirements for entering Argentina: https://www.argentina.gob.ar/interior/migraciones/documentacion-para-ing...
Requirements for leaving Argentina: https://www.argentina.gob.ar/interior/migraciones/documentacion-para-egr...
Foreigners who can enter Argentina without an Argentine visa are only required to have a valid passport upon entry. However, some flights to Argentina stop in third countries, and airlines may require that passports have a minimum remaining validity period in accordance with the requirements of those countries. To avoid inconvenience, it is advisable to check with the airline in advance.
Foreigners entering Argentina with a visa, on the other hand, are required to have a passport with a minimum remaining validity period of 6 months at the time of entry.
Determine below whether you need a visa or can use AVE or TIE 24H
Electronic Travel Authorisation (AVE)
Foreigners with a valid US visa category B2 / J / B1 / O / P (P1-P2-P3) / E / H-1B in their valid regular passport, and who require a visa to enter Argentina as a tourist, can obtain an AVE online as long as the nationality of said travel document is included in the list of countries eligible for AVE.
For information on the AVE process, visit the AVE website of the National Directorate of Migration.
Electronic Entry Processing (TIE 24H)
If you plan to travel to Argentina for activities other than tourism and are exempt from a tourist visa for Argentina, you must apply for an Electronic Entry Processing (TIE 24H). For more information, visit the TIE 24H website of the National Directorate of Migration.
Tourist Visas
Foreign nationals who are not eligible to apply for an AVE and who require a visa to visit Argentina for tourism purposes must complete a visa application at this Consulate.
The applicant may be asked to visit our office and must therefore be located, at the time of application, in one of the states within our jurisdiction: Alaska, Arizona, California, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington, Wyoming, Hawaii, Pacific Islands.
If you wish to travel to Argentina for tourism purposes, download the application form and follow the instructions indicated on this form.
Business Visas
Foreign nationals who are not eligible to apply for a TIE 24H and who require a visa to visit Argentina for business purposes must complete a visa application at this Consulate.
The applicant may be asked to visit our office and must therefore be located, at the time of application, in one of the states within our jurisdiction: Alaska, Arizona, California, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington, Wyoming, Hawaii, Pacific Islands.
If you wish to travel to Argentina for business purposes, download the application form and follow the instructions indicated on this form.
Travel for reasons other than tourism or business
To find out the visa requirements and to request an appointment for the mandatory visa interview for travel for reasons other than tourism or business, applicants must send an email to the Visa Department (visas_clang@cancilleria.gob.ar), specifying:
- Full name.
- Nationality.
- Whether they will be using their passport from their country of origin.
- Purpose of travel (e.g., work, study, etc.).
- Date of entry into Argentina.
- Date of departure from the United States.
- Contact details: address in the United States, telephone number, and email address.
Remarks on the visa application process
Applicability
The applicant may be asked to visit our office and must therefore be located, at the time of application, in one of the states within our jurisdiction: Alaska, Arizona, California, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington, Wyoming, Hawaii, Pacific Islands.
Deadlines
Visa applications must be completed at least 40 days before the planned date of travel and no more than 89 days before.
Applications are considered formally completed once the mandatory interview has taken place.
Applications submitted outside this time frame may not be considered.
Compliance with requirements
It is the responsibility of the visa applicant to complete the set of information that will be requested. If the application is incomplete, you will not be given an interview appointment.
The applicant should not make irrevocable travel plans until the visa has been granted.
Privacy
The visa application process is personal and private. Applications on behalf of third parties are not accepted, and in particular, no business will be conducted with agents or travel companies. No one is informed about other people's applications. There are no group applications.
It is strictly forbidden to arrive without an appointment. Do not compromise the consular mission staff.
Refunds
When the applicant pays the visa processing fee, there is no guarantee that the visa will be granted. The Consulate evaluates each application and, if the visa is denied, the fee paid is not refunded to the applicant.
The granting of a visa does not guarantee entry into Argentina. The final decision in this regard rests with the immigration authorities at the border crossing.
Entry with medication
If you plan to enter Argentina with medication, please take into account the relevant recommendations.
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