Entry to Argentina for Tourism
I. Entry for tourism without visa
The list of countries whose nationals can enter Argentina for 90 days without a tourist visa can be found at the following link.
Canadian nationals do not need a tourist visa to enter Argentina, nor do they need to pay a reciprocity fee.
II. Electronic Travel Authorization (AVE)
Foreign nationals holding ordinary passports from these countries traveling to Argentina for tourism and holding a valid visa category B2/J/B1/O/P (P1-P2-P3)/E/H-1B issued by the United States of America can apply for an Electronic Travel Authorization (AVE).
It is processed online through the National Directorate of Migrations and takes up to 20 business days.
Those granted an AVE will have 3 consecutive months to enter Argentina and can stay for 3 consecutive months from their entry, with multiple entries and exits.
For more information, please send your inquiries via email to ave@migraciones.gov.ar.
III.Tourist visa
The authorized length of stay for this type of visa is up to ninety (90) days.
Nationals who are not exempt from a tourist visa and who cannot apply for an AVE must apply for a tourist visa to enter Argentina.
To apply, please send scanned copies of the following documentation via email to visasctoro@mrecic.gov.ar:
- Visa application form. Complete all fields except for numbers 50 and 51.
- Scanned copy of your passport, including all pages with stamps or visas. The passport must have a minimum validity of 6 months from the date of entry into the country, and at least one blank page (two sides) available.
- Round trip ticket reservation (it is recommended not to purchase the tickets until the visa is granted).
- Accommodation: hotel reservation or letter of invitation from a person who will accommodate you at their home, according to the model available at the following link.
- Proof of economic solvency: for example, the last 6 bank statements with sufficient funds to cover the stay, investment account statements, pay stubs, etc.
- Confirmation letter of employment or studies signed by the employer or school. Include contact information to verify the letter.
- Document proving your immigration status in Canada (e.g. PR Card, Study or Work Permit).
It is essential that all bookings (tickets, accommodation), as well as proof of financial solvency, contain your full name as it appears on your passport.
Additional documentation may be requested.
Once all the required documentation has been received, you will be asked to pay the visa processing fee. The documentation will then be reviewed, and the consular interview will be scheduled.
To ensure the visa is issued before the travel date, it is recommended to submit the visa application between 90 and 45 days prior to the planned travel date.
Please note that the visa process will not begin until all the required documentation has been submitted, and the consular fee has been paid.