Argentina
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About Argentina
Experience the charming, thrilling streetside tango, fall in love with its architectural heritage, and marvel at its natural wonders. Argentina is vibrant; it is magical and seductive!
Visit Buenos Aires, a city of the stylish, party-loving porteños, various finger-licking gourmet treats and delightful museums and art galleries. Explore this bustling metropolis, including the enchanting parks, centuries’ old stone facades and buzzing wayside food and ‘mate’ cafes.
Explore Córdoba, the Cultural Capital of the Americas, and artists and nature-lovers haven, or the wine city of Mendoza for a visit to bodegas (wineries). Still, whether you’re touring Argentina for the magic of the national sport futbol (soccer), or adventure, be sure you will be stunned.
Discover the harsh, humid Patagonian jungle down south, the endless pampa grasslands and the snow-capped Andes. Hop on a raft and head out to the spectacular Iguazú Falls – the planet’s biggest group of falls. For a little more dose of adventure, go sample the country’s wonderful variety of wildlife at Península Valdés, a UNESCO World Heritage. If dying for an adrenaline-rush, give Glaciar Moreno a visit – even if just to watch the mammoth-sized icebergs cave in.
Visitor Requirements for United States citizens
Extendable up to 180 days
Health
Safety
Do not travel to Argentina due to COVID-19.
Read the Department of State’s COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 4 Travel Health Notice for Argentina due to COVID-19, indicating a very high level of COVID-19 in the country. Your risk of contracting COVID-19 and developing severe symptoms may be lower if you are fully vaccinated with an FDA authorized vaccine. Before planning any international travel, please review the CDC's specific recommendations for vaccinated and unvaccinated travelers. There are restrictions in place affecting U.S. citizen entry into Argentina. Visit the Embassy’s COVID-19 page for more information on COVID-19 in Argentina.
Read the country information page.
If you decide to travel to Argentina:
- See the U.S. Embassy's web page regarding COVID-19.
- Visit the CDC’s webpage on Travel and COVID-19.
- Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive Alerts and make it easier to locate you in an emergency.
- Follow the Department of State on Facebook and Twitter.
- Review the Country Security Report for Argentina.
- U.S. citizens who travel abroad should always have a contingency plan for emergency situations. Review the Traveler’s Checklist.
Last Update: Reissued with updates to COVID-19 information.
Money
Tipping in Argentina is seen as a reward for good service.
Taxi: 10%.
Hotel: 25-45 pesos for a porter.
Restaurants: 10%.
Tour guides: 150-300 pesos for a full-day guide.
Tips on receiving your tax refund:
- Bring your passport (digital copy on your phone works too)
- Ask the store for the tax refund document
- Keep the receipts
- Don't open or use the products until leaving the country in case they need to be inspected
- Get customs to stamp the form when you leave the country
- Arrive early at the airport since the line to get the refund or getting stamps may be long
Infrastructure
Although their plug Type I is the same as Chinese and Australia, Argentina's polarities are reversed. Shouldn't make a difference under normal circumstances though.
People & Culture
Getting Around
Map of Argentina
Cities in Argentina
Buenos Aires, Ushuaia, El Calafate, Mendoza, Córdoba, and more. Guides for each coming soon.