Argentina transit visa

Travellers entering Argentina solely to pass through to another country need a consular transit visa unless they qualify for the continuation-of-travel route. Qualifying continuation-of-travel passengers do not need a consular visa if they leave within 12 hours.

There are 2 options: Consular transit visa (a visa from an embassy); Continue your journey without a visa (transit without a visa).

Up to 10 consecutive days with a transit visa, or up to 12 hours under the visa-free continuation-of-travel route.

An Argentine consular visa identifying you as a transit passenger, unless you qualify for the 12-hour route..

1. 1. Check whether your journey meets the 12-hour continuation-of-travel rules. 2. 2. If it does not, obtain a transit visa from an Argentine consulate.

Up to 12 hours, if you meet the conditions. Have a confirmed onward ticket, leave within 12 hours and have the transport company declare your continuation-of-travel status. When entering and leaving through the same port, remain within its premises.

Yes, staying in the international transit area is allowed for most travellers. To leave the airport: Passengers using the 12-hour route who enter and leave through the same airport, station or port must stay within its premises. If an unforeseen event delays departure beyond 12 hours, immigration may allow a temporary exit at the transport company's request and responsibility.

Follow the departure deadline for your transit route. The transport company must declare continuation-of-travel passengers.

Yes. Rules depend on the country that issued your passport. Open the Argentina visa page and choose your passport for a plain answer.

Yes. Officials can refuse a visa or entry, even after you apply. Give true answers, bring the documents asked for, and keep proof of your onward trip and money.