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Government advisories for Argentina
US State Department
US L1 · Normal precautionsExercise Normal Precautions
Exercise normal precaution in Argentina. Argentina is generally a safe destination for travelers. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has issued a Level 1 Travelers’ Health Notice for Andes virus (Hantavirus) in the region. The risk for most travelers is extremely low. Review the CDC’s Travelers’ Health Notice for more…
Official notice Source: U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs (travel.state.gov) · updated Jul 10, 2026
UK Foreign Office (FCDO)
UK · no warningsNo FCDO travel warnings
Latest change: New information about Hantavirus in Argentina (‘Health’ page).
Official notice Source: gov.uk · updated May 7, 2026
Local scams and street crime
- Protecting your belongings: Thieves and pickpockets operate on public transport and at bus and train terminals. To reduce the risk of theft: always keep a close eye on your personal possessions – do not hang bags on the back of seats carry cash out of sight or close to you – a money belt under your clothes is the safest option you may need to…
- Street crime and scams: In crowded places, thieves can cut handbags open. They can snatch a mobile phone while you are using it on the street. Thieves on motorbikes can snatch bags from pedestrians. Thieves – often women – use distraction techniques and may work in teams of 2 or more. A common form of distraction theft reported in Buenos…
- Violent crime: Armed robberies are a risk. If you are the victim of a robbery, hand over your cash and valuables without resistance. Be vigilant in La Boca, Buenos Aires, especially in the streets outside the Caminito tourist area. To reduce your risk, stay in the designated tourist area where there are high-visibility police…
Official notice Source: UK FCDO travel advice (Open Government Licence v3.0) · updated May 7, 2026
LGBT+ and women travellers: what the UK FCDO says
- LGBT+ travellers: Argentine society is open and diverse. Discrimination based on sexual orientation is rare. Same-sex marriage is legal.
Official notice Source: UK FCDO travel advice (Open Government Licence v3.0) · updated May 7, 2026
Women, children and family: what governments say
- Women's safety (Government of Canada): Women hiking and cycling alone have been assaulted. Women travelling alone may be subject to some forms of harassment and verbal abuse.
- Travelling with children (UK FCDO): Children aged 17 and under who are resident in Argentina need written permission (‘Autorización de viaje’) from the non-accompanying parents to leave the country. Non-resident children aged 17 and under who have remained in Argentina for 1 year or more are treated in line with resident children and also need permission. You can get permission from a notary public in Argentina or the Argentine Migration Office (in Spanish).
- Surrogacy (UK FCDO): Before you consider a surrogacy arrangement in Argentina, consider the challenges and risks involved, and make sure you seek specialist independent legal advice both in the UK and in Argentina. For more information, read FCDO guidance on surrogacy overseas . Surrogacy is not regulated by law in Argentina and surrogacy arrangements are not enforceable in law. Local authorities may consider surrogacy arrangements to be illegal.
Canada: full advisory · UK: entry requirements · UK: safety and security
Official notice Source: Government of Canada and UK FCDO travel advice (Open Government Licences)
Pregnancy and children: CDC health notes for Argentina
- Zika: the CDC lists Zika as a risk in Argentina. An infected pregnant woman can spread it to her unborn baby. CDC on Zika
- Chagas disease: the CDC lists it for Argentina; it can pass from a pregnant woman to her baby.
- Hepatitis A (children): Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A.
- Measles (children): All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according to CDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel .
- Yellow Fever (children): CDC recommendations: Vaccine is recommended for all travelers ≥9 months old going to Corrientes and Misiones Provinces.
CDC health page for Argentina · CDC: pregnant travelers · CDC: traveling with children
Official notice Source: CDC Travelers' Health (US government, public domain). General information, not medical advice: see a doctor or travel clinic before you go.
Government of Canada
CA 1 · Normal precautionsTake normal security precautions (some regions differ)
Latest change: Natural disasters and climate section – added information on El Niño
Official notice Source: travel.gc.ca · updated Oct 14, 2026
German Foreign Office
DE · no travel warningNo travel warning
Official notice Source: Auswärtiges Amt · updated Oct 13, 2026
Read the official travel and safety advice
Dutch Foreign Ministry
NL · yellowYellow: be alert, safety risks
De kleurcode van het reisadvies voor Argentinië is geel. U kunt erheen reizen. Maar let op: er zijn bijzondere veiligheidsrisico’s.
Official notice Source: Ministerie van Buitenlandse Zaken, Nederland Wereldwijd (open data, CC0) · updated Jun 17, 2026
New Zealand SafeTravel
NZ · level 1Exercise normal safety and security precautions
Official notice Source: New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade, SafeTravel (CC BY 4.0) · updated 24 July 2025
Japan Foreign Ministry
JP L1 · Exercise cautionHighest level: Exercise caution
Level 1 in 1 area. Areas can differ; the highest level applies only where the ministry says so.
アルゼンチンの危険情報【危険レベル継続】（内容の更新）
Official notice Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan, Overseas Safety Homepage · updated Sep 7, 2025
Each government uses its own scale. Read the full advisory before you book or travel; regional differences inside a country can matter more than the headline level.
Entry requirements for Argentina
🇬🇧 British passport holders
- Visa: You can visit Argentina without a visa for tourism for up to 90 days.
- Passport: To enter Argentina, your passport must be valid for the proposed duration of your stay. If you are a resident in Argentina, your passport must be valid for entry.
Read the full UK entry requirements
This information is for people travelling on a full ‘British citizen’ passport from the UK. It is based on the UK government’s understanding of Argentina’s current rules for the most common types of travel.
The authorities in Argentina set and enforce entry rules. If you’re not sure how these requirements apply to you, contact the Argentine Consulate in the UK.
Passport validity requirements
To enter Argentina, your passport must be valid for the proposed duration of your stay. If you are a resident in Argentina, your passport must be valid for entry.
Check with your travel provider that your passport and other travel documents meet requirements. Renew your passport if you need to.
You will be denied entry if you do not have a valid travel document or try to use a passport that has been reported lost or stolen.
Dual nationals
When returning to the UK, British citizens must carry a valid British passport or certificate of entitlement. See Dual Citizenship.
Visa requirements
You can visit Argentina without a visa for tourism for up to 90 days.
To stay longer, or to work or study, you must meet the Argentine government’s entry requirements. Contact the Argentine Consulate in the UK.
Immigration authorities no longer stamp passports on entry. If you need proof of your entry or exit, contact the Argentine Migration Office (in Spanish).
If you wish to extend your stay for another 90-day period, get advice from the Argentine Migration Office before your current stay ends.
Applying for a visa
If you’re travelling to Argentina for any purpose other than tourism, contact the Argentine Consulate in the UK about the visas or permits you need and how to apply.
Travelling with children
Children aged 17 and under who are resident in Argentina need written permission (‘Autorización de viaje’) from the non-accompanying parents to leave the country.
Non-resident children aged 17 and under who have remained in Argentina for 1 year or more are treated in line with resident children and also need permission. You can get permission from a notary public in Argentina or the Argentine Migration Office (in Spanish).
You can get full information on the requirements from the Argentine Migration Office (in Spanish) or from your nearest Argentine consulate.
Vaccine requirements
For full details about medical entry requirements and recommended vaccinations, see TravelHealthPro’s Argentina guide.
You may need a yellow fever certificate for onward travel to some other countries, due to the risk of yellow fever in Argentina.
Customs rules
There are strict rules about goods you can take into or out of Argentina (in Spanish). You must declare anything that may be prohibited or subject to tax or duty.
Taking money into Argentina
You must declare cash or travellers cheques worth more than 10,000 US dollars (in Spanish).
Official notice Source: UK Foreign Office · updated May 7, 2026
🇨🇦 Canadian passport holders
- Tourist visa: not required
Read the full Canadian entry requirements
Some countries have imposed measures in response to the Ebola disease outbreak. These can include restrictions on entry and health screening measures for travellers having recently visited an affected country. If you are suspected of having symptoms, you may be subject to isolation, quarantine and/or travel restrictions. Contact the authorities of the country you are travelling to for more details.
The authorities of a country or territory decide who can enter or exit through its borders. The Government of Canada cannot intervene on your behalf if you do not meet your destination’s entry or exit requirements.
We have obtained the information on this page from local authorities. It can, however, change at any time.
Verify this information with the Foreign Representatives in Canada.
As a result of enhanced border security measures due to the situation in the Middle East, some travellers are facing delays or are being refused entry into the country.
More on enhanced security measures
Passport
Entry requirements vary depending on the type of passport you're travelling with.
Before you travel, check with your transportation company about passport requirements. Its rules on passport validity may be more stringent than the country's entry rules.
Regular Canadian passport
Your passport must be valid for the expected duration of your stay in Argentina.
Passport for official travel
Different entry rules may apply.
Passport with “X” gender identifier
While the Government of Canada issues passports with an “X” gender identifier, it cannot guarantee your entry or transit through other countries. You might face entry restrictions in countries that do not recognize the “X” gender identifier. Before you leave, verify this information with the closest foreign representative for your destination.
You should also be aware that current systems used by some countries and travel companies may not recognize the “X” gender identifier. You may still be asked to provide your sex/gender information as either male or female when travelling.
Other travel documents
Different entry rules may apply when travelling with a temporary passport or an emergency travel document. Before you leave, verify this information with the closest foreign representative for your destination.
Useful links
- Travel and your sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and sex characteristics
- Foreign Representatives in Canada
- Canadian passports and other travel documents
Visas
Tourist visa: not required
Business visa: not required
Student visa: required
Other entry requirements
Upon entry into and exit from Argentina, all passengers, regardless of their citizenship, must undergo biometrics checks, such as digital fingerprints and a digital photograph, at the immigration counter.
Customs officials may ask you to show them a return or onward ticket and proof of sufficient funds to cover your stay.
Dual citizenship
Canadian-Argentine dual citizens may leave Argentina on their Canadian passport if they entered on that passport within the previous 180 days. Once this period has elapsed, they must leave on a valid Argentine passport.
Children and travel
Minors (under 18) born or residing in Argentina require written authorization from the non-accompanying parent/s to leave the country. They also require acceptable proof of parentage for the accompanying parent. For additional information, contact the National Directorate of Migration or the nearest embassy or consulate of Argentina.
Useful links
- National Directorate of Migration – Government of Argentina (in Spanish)
- Travelling with children
Yellow fever
Learn about potential entry requirements related to yellow fever (vaccines section).
Official notice Source: Government of Canada · updated Oct 14, 2026
Other passports
Rules depend on your nationality, so we do not guess. Before you book:
- Read your own government's travel advice first (US travellers: State Department page for Argentina).
- Not sure what your passport needs? Check the visa rules for your nationality (eVisas visa checker) or compare with VisaHQ. These are affiliate links: if you use their application service we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Official government sites are usually cheaper and are linked above where we have them.
- Check your passport: many countries want it valid for 6 months after arrival and with blank pages.
- Check for an e-visa, travel authorisation or digital arrival card, and any vaccine rules (yellow fever is the common one).
- Ask your airline: they can refuse boarding if your documents do not match the rules.
Entry rules are set by each government and change without notice. This summary is for planning only and is not legal or immigration advice. Confirm on the official government website and with your airline before you book or travel. Voyaggora is not a government agency and does not process visas.
Weather forecast, next days
Buenos Aires
| Day | Sky | Low / high | Rain | Peak wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun 18 Oct | Partly cloudy | 8° / 14° | dry | 22 km/h |
| Mon 19 Oct | Partly cloudy | 10° / 15° | 0.1 mm | 24 km/h |
| Tue 20 Oct | Mostly clear | 11° / 18° | dry | 25 km/h |
| Wed 21 Oct | Showers | 14° / 17° | dry | 19 km/h |
| Thu 22 Oct | Clear | 15° / 20° | dry | 18 km/h |
Live feed Forecast data: MET Norway (Locationforecast, CC BY 4.0), city local time. Forecasts change; for severe weather follow the official warnings above · updated
Essentials for travelers
Emergency 911 Police 101 Ambulance 107 Fire 100 911 is the general number; 101/107/100 are police/ambulance/fire
- Plugs: type C, I
- Power: 220 V, 50 Hz
- Traffic drives on the right
- Tap water: generally safe
- Calling code: +54
Compiled by Voyaggora from IEC World Plugs, government and consular sources. Confidence: high. Check with your embassy or hotel before you rely on it in an emergency.
Local language
Argentina Spanish
Essential phrases in Spanish
| Hello | Hola | |
|---|---|---|
| Thank you | Gracias | |
| Help! | ¡Ayuda! | |
| Where is the hospital? | ¿Dónde está el hospital? | |
| I need the police | Necesito a la policía | |
| I need a doctor | Necesito un médico | |
| How much is it? | ¿Cuánto cuesta? | |
| Where is the toilet? | ¿Dónde está el baño? |
Country names come from the Unicode CLDR. Phrases are short standard translations; show them on your phone to ask for help.
Official weather warnings
- SMN Nevadas ·
El área será afectada por nevadas persistentes. Se prevén valores de nieve acumulada entre 15 y 30 centímetros en todo el período, que pueden ser superados de forma local. Agency website - SMN Lluvias ·
El área de alerta será afectada por lluvias de variada intensidad. Se prevén valores de precipitación acumulada entre 10 y 20 mm, pudiendo ser superados de manera local. Agency website - SMN Tormentas ·
El área será afectada por tormentas, algunas localmente fuertes. Las mismas podrán estar acompañadas principalmente por lluvias abundantes en cortos períodos, y además, por ocasional granizo. Se esperan valores de precipitación acumulada… Agency website
Live feed Source: national weather service via WMO Alert Hub · checked · shown in the service's own words
More live hazards and notices
Getting around
- Andes crossing approach roads (Mendoza/Neuquen/San Juan/Salta):
- Mendoza, RN144 - San Rafael - Las Salinas: CORTE TOTAL (14/10/2026 19:45)
- Mendoza, RN145 - Cajón Grande - Lte. Internacional: CORTE TOTAL (14/10/2026 19:45)
- Mendoza, RN145 - Paso Internacional El Pehuenche: CORTE TOTAL (14/10/2026 19:45)
- Mendoza, RN153 - Lte. Con San Juan - Int. RN 149: RESTRINGIDA (14/10/2026 19:45)
- San Juan, RN150 - Las Flores - Arrequintin: CORTE TOTAL (18/10/2026 07:00)
- San Juan, RN150 - Arrequintin - Lte. Con Chile: CORTE TOTAL (18/10/2026 07:00)
- San Juan, RN153 - Km 57,80 - Lte. Con Mendoza: RESTRINGIDA (18/10/2026 07:00)
Weather, sea and nature
- Border crossings: 43 of 155 land and river crossings show as open right now.
- Cardenal Antonio Samoré (Chile) Open
- Colonia General Belgrano - General Bruguez (Paraguay) Closed
- Concordia - Salto (Uruguay) Open
- Gualeguaychú - Fray Bentos (Uruguay) Open
- Iguazú - Foz de Iguazú (Brasil) Open
- Pehuenche (Chile) Closed
- Puerto Boca del Gualeguaychu - Fray Bentos (Uruguay) Open
- Puerto Colon - Puerto Paysandu (Uruguay) Open
- Sea temperature today: Buenos Aires about 18°C (65°F). Source: NOAA OISST satellite analysis (NOAA CoastWatch), reading of 2026-10-12; checked .
- Argentina, SMN weather warnings (10 active):
- Moderate Lluvias
El área de alerta será afectada por lluvias de variada intensidad. Se prevén valores de precipitación acumulada entre 10 y 20 mm, pudiendo ser superados de manera local. - Moderate Lluvias
El área de alerta será afectada por lluvias de variada intensidad. Se prevén valores de precipitación acumulada entre 10 y 20 mm, pudiendo ser superados de manera local. - Moderate Lluvias
El área será afectada por lluvias persistentes de intensidad moderada o localmente fuerte. Se esperan valores de precipitación acumulada entre 20 y 40 mm, que pueden ser superados de forma puntual. No se descarta la presencia de alguna tormenta embebida. - Moderate Lluvias
El área será afectada por lluvia de intensidad moderada o localmente fuerte, con probabilidad de tormentas embebidas. Se prevén valores de precipitación acumulada entre 20 y 40 mm, que pueden ser superados de forma puntual. - Moderate Lluvias
El área será afectada por lluvia de intensidad moderada o localmente fuerte, con probabilidad de tormentas embebidas. Se prevén valores de precipitación acumulada entre 20 y 40 mm, que pueden ser superados de forma puntual. - Moderate Lluvias
El área de alerta será afectada por lluvias de variada intensidad. Se prevén valores de precipitación acumulada entre 10 y 20 mm, pudiendo ser superados de manera local. - Moderate Nevadas
El área será afectada por nevadas persistentes. Se prevén valores de nieve acumulada entre 15 y 30 centímetros en todo el período, que pueden ser superados de forma local. - Moderate Nevadas
El área será afectada por nevadas persistentes. Se prevén valores de nieve acumulada entre 15 y 30 centímetros en todo el período, que pueden ser superados de forma local.
- Moderate Lluvias
Safety, strikes and public order
- In the news, last 24 hours:
- 6 articles about natural disasters
Live feed News signals: The GDELT Project, counting English-language news articles from the last 24 hours. Headlines belong to their publishers and are not verified by Voyaggora. Newest data .
Health
- Health ministry, recent posts (Ministerio de Salud Argentina):General posts from the ministry's own feed, in its own words and language: not filtered for alerts, so most are routine. Checked .
Events, holidays and sport
- ISS visible over Buenos Aires: Wed Oct 21, 9:04 PM, up to 11° high (appears 10° above S, disappears 11° above SSE). Tonight's moon: Waxing Crescent (48% illuminated).Source: NASA (Spot the Station) · US Naval Observatory.
- Dark-sky citizen reports near you:
- Buenos Aires: naked-eye limiting magnitude 2 (2026-10-06, 13 km away)
- Globe at Night campaign running 2026-11-01 to 2026-11-10: look for Cygnus, Grus, Pegasus. Join in: globeatnight.org.
Live feed Sources: NOAA / NWS (ash advisories from the ICAO Volcanic Ash Advisory Centres, aurora from the Space Weather Prediction Center), USGS, GeoNet New Zealand (CC BY 3.0 NZ) · checked
Health alerts
- Hantavirus in Argentina ·
As of 3 October 2026, a total of 59 confirmed hantavirus cases have been reported in Argentina during 2026. Please see our Topics in Brief article for further details on hantavirus.
Live feed Source: TravelHealthPro (UK Health Security Agency) · checked · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Vaccines, malaria and yellow-fever certificate rules: TravelHealthPro country pages (UK Health Security Agency), CDC destination pages, UK Foreign Office health advice. Ask a travel clinic 6 to 8 weeks before you go.
Airport weather right now
| Airport | Temperature | Wind | Visibility | Conditions | Reported |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buenos Aires SAEZ | 9°C / 48°F | 4 kt from 200° | 6+ mi | Clear flying weather |
Live feed Source: NOAA Aviation Weather Center · checked
Money
1 US dollar ≈ 1513 ARS · 1 euro ≈ 1699 ARS
Central-bank reference rate for Oct 18, 2026. Your card or exchange desk will differ.
Live feed Source: Frankfurter · checked
Voyaggora guides in Argentina
Quick answers: is it safe to travel to Argentina?
- Is it safe to travel to Argentina right now?
- It depends on where you go. As of Oct 18, 08:28 UTC. The US State Department rates Argentina Level 1 of 4, "Normal precautions". Canada says "Take normal security precautions", with regional advisories. The UK FCDO has no warnings against travel to Argentina. Advisory levels change and can vary by region within a country: check the official page before you travel. Sources: US State Department Canada UK FCDO.
- Which parts of Argentina do governments warn about?
- Governments warn about parts of Argentina rather than the whole country. The UK FCDO has no warnings against travel to Argentina. Canada lists regional advisories. The US State Department page lists area-specific levels. Open each official page for the exact areas and routes.
- Are there any active weather or hazard alerts in Argentina right now?
- As of Oct 18, 08:28 UTC, Travel Live shows these live hazard and alert sections for Argentina: official weather warnings, more live hazards and notices. Each one on this page names its official source and the time it was checked. Worldwide storms, earthquakes and disasters are on the Travel Live hub.
- What do the advisory levels mean?
- US State Department: Level 1 exercise normal precautions, Level 2 exercise increased caution, Level 3 reconsider travel, Level 4 do not travel. Canada: take normal security precautions, exercise a high degree of caution, avoid non-essential travel, avoid all travel. UK FCDO: it advises against all travel, or all but essential travel, to the whole country or to parts of it, or has no warnings. Each government uses its own scale, so the levels are not directly comparable.
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