Tourist Visa (Visa de Turista)

Tourist

At a Glance

Processing Time

1 week – 2 months

Estimated Cost

USD $150

Stay Duration

3 months

Renewable

Renewal

Renewable

Family

Not specified

PR Pathway

None

Sponsor

No job offer needed

Work

Remote not required

Official Information

Overview

90-day tourist entry for non-visa-waiver citizens, extendable once for an additional 90 days.

The Argentine Tourist Visa (Visa de Turista) is a short-stay permit under National Migration Law No. 25.871 for foreign nationals without visa-waiver access to Argentina. It is issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and requires proof of funds, accommodation, and a return ticket. The visa is strictly non-immigrant: it prohibits any paid work.

The visa grants an initial 90-day stay, renewable once for another 90 days (180 days total) at a Migraciones office. Application fee: USD 150. Standard processing takes 10 business days to 6–8 weeks by consulate; expedited service (3–5 days) costs an additional USD 40.

This visa is ideal for leisure travelers and those visiting family from nations without reciprocal exemptions who wish to explore Argentina for up to six months.

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant

3 months

Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Valid passport with at least 6 months validity from the date of entry and at least two blank pages

Completed and signed visa application form

Two recent passport-sized photographs (typically 4x4 cm with white background)

Proof of sufficient financial means to cover the stay (e.g., bank statements for the last 3-6 months, salary slips, or tax returns)

Confirmed round-trip flight itinerary

Proof of accommodation (hotel reservation or invitation letter from a host in Argentina)

Travel insurance covering the duration of the stay

Proof of employment or business registration (if applicable)

Clean criminal record (may be requested by some consulates)

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Valid passport

Visa application form

Two passport-sized photos

Bank statements (last 3-6 months)

Round-trip flight booking

Hotel reservation or notarized invitation letter

Travel insurance policy

Employment/income proof

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Initial 90-day stay with one extension for another 90 days, totaling up to 180 days
Can extend stay at a Migraciones office before initial permit expiry without leaving
Processing timeframe as low as 10 business days at some consulates
Expedited processing (3-5 business days) available at select consulates for USD 40 fee
Clear official form (FSV 2026) available in English from Argentine Foreign Ministry
Visa valid for multiple entries depending on specific consulate issuance
Straightforward application process through nearest embassy or consulate

Worth Knowing

Processing times vary widely by consulate: standard track takes 10 to 56 days
Extension at Migraciones requires in-country presence and advance planning
Does not permit any paid work or professional activities during stay
Non-immigrant visa prohibiting permanent residency or long-term settlement pathways