Argentina AVE for US Citizens
To enter Argentina, US citizens need: a valid passport · Passport validity requirement · Round trip reservation · Seguro médico recomendado · Autorización de Viaje Electrónica (AVE).
Argentina Visa & AVE — Key Facts for US Citizens
US citizens traveling to Argentina need
- ✓A valid United States passportValid 6 months after arrival · 2 blank pagesPassport expiring? →
- ✓Passport validity requirement
- ✓Round trip reservation
- ✓Seguro médico recomendado
- $Autorización de Viaje Electrónica (AVE)From $469 →
Argentina Visa & AVE Types for US Citizens
Argentina Visa & AVE for US Citizens — What You Need to Know
US citizens need the AVE — not a visa — to enter Argentina. To enter Argentina you need: a valid passport, Passport validity requirement, Round trip reservation, Seguro médico recomendado, Autorización de Viaje Electrónica (AVE). PassportsAndVisas.com completes and submits your AVE for you, with a specialist review before anything is filed.
Argentina Visa & AVE Policy for US Citizens
Argentina's visa policy for US citizens requires advance application before travel. The embassy visa process requires submission to the nearest Argentina consulate or embassy. The government fee of $400 is set by Argentina immigration authorities and is subject to change. PassportsAndVisas.com monitors policy updates daily and will notify you of any fee changes after your application is submitted.
US citizens should apply for their Argentina visa at least 4 days before departure to allow time for processing and any document corrections. Rush processing is available for travelers with imminent departure dates. The Autorización de Viaje Electrónica (AVE) is issued, and the 90-day stay period begins on arrival.
Traveling to Argentina from United States — What to Know Before You Go
Planning a trip to Argentina from United States involves a few key logistics beyond the visa. Direct flights are available from major United States hubs to Argentina's main international airports, with flight times varying depending on your departure city. We recommend booking refundable tickets until your visa is approved — PassportsAndVisas.com's service fee is charged only after visa approval, so you are not committed financially before your visa is confirmed.
Passport preparation is the most important step. Your United States passport must have at least 6 months of validity remaining beyond your departure date from Argentina, and at least 2 blank pages for entry stamps. If your passport is expiring soon, PassportsAndVisas.com can expedite United States passport renewal — often faster than standard government processing times.
Once your Argentina visa is approved, you will receive a PDF confirmation by email. Print this document and carry it with your passport — some Argentina border officials require a physical copy, even for eVisas. Save a digital backup on your phone as well. Your visa details will also be linked to your passport number in Argentina's immigration database.
What US Citizens Need Before Applying
Applying for an Argentina visa as a US citizen through PassportsAndVisas.com takes 5–10 minutes online. You will need your United States passport (valid for 6+ months), a digital passport photo meeting Argentina's exact specifications, and your travel dates. Our system guides you through each field and flags potential errors before submission.
The most common reason US citizens face Argentina visa rejection is passport photo non-compliance. Argentina requires a white background, the size shown on the government portal dimensions, taken within the last 6 months, with no glasses. Our proprietary photo-check system automatically validates your photo against Argentina's requirements before we submit — catching the errors that cause the majority of preventable rejections.
After submission, your application is reviewed by a US-specialist on our team — someone familiar with the specific patterns that trigger scrutiny for United States passport holders. We submit to Argentina Immigration within 2 hours of receiving your complete file. You will receive email updates throughout the process, and your approved visa PDF will be delivered to your inbox — typically within 1 business days.
How US Citizens Get an Argentina Visa & AVE
Everything US Citizens Need to Know About Argentina Visa & AVEs
All Argentina visa data for US passport holders is updated daily from official government sources.
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Current Travel Advisories for US Citizens Visiting Argentina
Argentina Visa & AVE FAQ for US Citizens
PassportsAndVisas.com relies exclusively on official government sources for visa requirements. Our VIE Intelligence Engine cross-references multiple official sources daily.
- ▶Argentina Official Immigration Portal. (Web). Official government portal
- ▶U.S. Department of State — Argentina Travel Information. (Web). travel.state.gov
- ▶IATA Timatic — Visa & Health Requirements Database. (Web). iatatravelcentre.com
Argentina visa requirements for other passport holders
Visa eligibility, fees and available visa types vary by passport. Choose your nationality for Argentina visa requirements specific to you.