last edited Mar 6, 2026
Entry Requirements and Visa for Argentina
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For French Citizens
For tourist travel, no visa is required for stays of up to 3 months in the country. Only a passport valid for at least the planned duration of your stay is necessary.
Other Nationalities
The same applies to Swiss, Canadian, European Union nationals, and a few other nationalities.
Long Stays
Unless you opt for a resident visa, "digital nomad," "Working Holiday," or other statuses that at best require proof of financial means, you can also simply request a (paid) extension of your stay for an additional 90 days at the Immigration Office in Buenos Aires.
Alternatively, there’s what’s known as a "Visa Run," which involves leaving the country at the end of your authorized stay before re-entering to "reset the clock." However, while this practice is tolerated, it is not a right. This means that each time, you risk being denied re-entry by authorities with no recourse.
In Case of Violation
Even though local legislation is relatively lenient compared to many other countries, you may still face a fine upon departure—or, for more significant overstays, deportation along with a re-entry ban.
Consulate in France
- Consulate General: 6, Rue Cimarosa, 75116 Paris. Tel.: 01 44 34 22 00.