Argentina Entry Requirements for US Citizens

Entry requirements for US citizens

Visa Free — Reciprocity Fee previously required was abolished in 2023 applies to US passport holders visiting Argentina. Your passport valid for at least 6 months beyond intended departure from argentina. The maximum permitted stay is 90 days (extendable for a further 90 days at Migraciones office).

Safety overview

Argentina has a safety score of 70 out of 100 in the DheeVoy safety database. This is a moderate safety rating — standard travel precautions apply.

Safest areas in Argentina

• Palermo Buenos Aires
• Recoleta Buenos Aires
• Puerto Madero Buenos Aires
• Bariloche town centre
• Mendoza city centre

Tourist scams to avoid in Argentina

• Express kidnappings in unlicensed taxis in Buenos Aires — use Cabify or Uber apps only
• Blue dollar black market currency — while offering better rates it is technically illegal and involves risk
• Fake police officers in plain clothes near tourist areas requesting document inspections
• ATM dispensing fewer bills than displayed on screen — count bills before leaving the ATM

Best months to visit Argentina

The best months to visit are October, November, December, March, April.

Before you travel

Always verify entry requirements with the official US government travel advisory and the Argentina embassy or consulate before booking. Visa rules and electronic travel authorisation requirements (such as ETIAS, ESTA, K-ETA and UK ETA) change frequently. No. US passport holders can enter Argentina visa-free for up to 90 days. The Argentina Reciprocity Fee that was previously required from US citizens was permanently abolished in 2023. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your departure date. You can extend your stay for a further 90 days by visiting a Migraciones office and paying a fee. A return or onward ticket is recommended though not strictly enforced.