Visa Requirements for Argentine Citizens

Argentine citizens can visit 170 countries visa-free or with visa-on-arrival in 2025. This includes all 29 Schengen Area countries (90 days), the United Kingdom (6 months), Japan (90 days), South Korea (90 days), Israel (90 days), and most countries in the Americas including Brazil, Chile, Mexico, Peru, and Colombia. China recently granted visa-free access to Argentine citizens for stays up to 30 days. For the United States and Canada, Argentines need electronic travel authorizations (ESTA and eTA respectively) rather than traditional visas.

The US ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) costs $21 (approximately ARS $22,000) for Argentine citizens traveling under the Visa Waiver Program. ESTA is valid for 2 years or until your passport expires, whichever comes first, and allows multiple entries for stays up to 90 days per visit. Apply through the official CBP website at least 72 hours before departure.

The Canada Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) costs CAD $7 (approximately ARS $6,300) for Argentine citizens. The eTA is valid for 5 years or until your passport expires and allows multiple entries for stays up to 6 months. Processing is usually completed within minutes when applying online through the official IRCC website.

No, Argentine citizens do not need a visa for the Schengen Area. Argentines can travel freely to all 29 Schengen member countries for up to 90 days within any 180-day period for tourism, business, or family visits. When the European Travel Information and Authorisation System (ETIAS) launches, Argentines will need to obtain authorization for €7, valid for 3 years.

For most destinations, Argentine citizens need: a valid passport with 6+ months validity beyond the travel dates and at least 2 blank pages, proof of onward or return travel, proof of accommodation (hotel bookings or invitation letter), proof of sufficient funds for the stay, and travel insurance (mandatory for some destinations). For electronic authorizations like US ESTA or Canada eTA, you will also need a valid email address and credit card for online payment.

The Australia Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) costs approximately AUD $20 (around ARS $13,500) for Argentine citizens. The ETA allows multiple entries over 12 months, with stays up to 3 months per visit for tourism or business. Apply online through the official Australian Immigration website or the AustraliaETA app.

Yes, Argentine citizens can obtain visas on arrival in several Asian countries. Thailand offers visa-free entry for 90 days. Indonesia provides visa-free access for 30 days. Malaysia allows visa-free stays up to 90 days. Singapore grants visa-free entry for 30 days. The UAE offers visa-free access for 90 days. India requires an e-visa that must be obtained online before travel, costing approximately $25 to $80 depending on validity.

Despite having one of the strongest passports in Latin America, Argentine citizens still need visas for some countries. These include: Russia (requires advance visa), India (e-visa required, $25 to $80), Vietnam (e-visa required, $25), Myanmar (e-visa required, $50), and several African nations. Most countries in Europe, the Americas, and East Asia do not require visas for Argentine tourists.

To maximize travel flexibility: ensure your passport has at least 6 months validity and multiple blank pages, register for US ESTA and Canada eTA in advance (they remain valid for years), download the Australia ETA app for quick authorization, check ETIAS requirements when traveling to Europe after the system launches, consider obtaining a second passport if eligible through ancestry (Italian or Spanish citizenship is common for Argentines), and always verify current entry requirements before booking as rules can change.