Do American citizens need a visa for Argentina?
The official link goes to argentina.gob.ar. NUM isn’t a government agency or a visa service. Rules change, so confirm on the official site before you pay or travel.
Argentina entry rules for American citizens.
| Verdict | Visa-free |
|---|---|
| Document | None |
| Stay | 90 days; extendable once by 90 days at Migraciones |
| Checked | Verified on an official page · 2026-10-11 |
The rest of the trip for an American passport, from the arrival form to customs and travelling with children: Argentina entry requirements.
The details for an American passport.
No visa for visits of 90 days or less. The former reciprocity fee was abolished in 2016. At least 1 blank page advised.
How long it must be valid.
Passport must be valid on entry and for the proposed stay; no minimum extra validity published. Mercosur/associated nationals (BR, BO, UY, PY, CL, PE, VE, EC, CO) may use a national ID card.
Recent changes in Argentina.
- 2025-05-29 — DNU 366/2025 migration reform: sworn declaration incl. health insurance (pending regulation); non-residents charged for non-emergency public health care.
- 2025-07-22 — Chinese, Indian and Dominican nationals with a valid US visa may enter for tourism without a visa or AVE (Resolution 353/2025).
- 2026-01-14 — Migraciones accepts a US Green Card as an alternative to a visa for tourist/business entry.
The short answers.
Do American citizens need a visa for Argentina?
No. American citizens don’t need a visa for Argentina for stays of 90 days; extendable once by 90 days at Migraciones.
How long can American citizens stay in Argentina?
90 days; extendable once by 90 days at Migraciones. Longer stays need a different visa.
Where do American citizens apply?
On the official site, argentina.gob.ar. NUM links it and never charges for the link.
Does NUM issue Argentina visas?
No. Only the government issues them. NUM explains the rule for your passport, links the official site, and can file the form for you where its desk covers it.