Argentina: Documents needed for entry

Although U.S. citizens do not need a visa for visits of up to 90 days for tourism or business travel to Argentina, a valid passport is required to enter the country. If you are coming to Argentina through Ezeiza International Airport, a reciprocal entry fee of $131.00 dollars will be applied. Currently, the fee is only charged at Ezeiza airport. It can be paid in dollars, by credit card, or with travelers checks, and is valid for ten years and multiple entries. This fee only applies to bearers of regular, tourist passports. Travelers bearing diplomatic or official passports will not be charged, nor will travelers who are transiting and not entering Argentina.

Keep in mind, U.S. citizens who arrive in Argentina with expired or damaged passports may be refused entry and returned to the United States at their own expense. Since the U.S. Embassy cannot provide guarantees on behalf of travelers in such situations, it is strongly encouraged to ensure that your travel documents are valid and in good condition prior to departure from the United States.

There are different rules applied to U.S. citizens who also have Argentine nationality (Dual nationality). Most dual nationals are permitted 60-day visits. Dual nationals who stay beyond their permitted time are required to depart on an Argentine passport.