Visa
For travelling to Argentina you do not require a visa. Tourists do need a valid passport to travel.
The passport needs to be valid for 6 months after return and you can stay in Argentina for 90 days maximum.
Health
There are no vaccination requirements for Argentina, although some medics
may suggest you get vaccinated against:
 Yellow fever
DTP (Diphtheria, Tetanus, Polio)
Hepatitis A
Typhoid |
For more information contact a travel doctor. |
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Money
The official currency is the Peso. Foreign currencies can be changed
at banks or official exchange offices. The cards best accepted are Visa, American Express, MasterCard and Diners. Outside Buenos Aires it can
be difficult to change Traveler Cheques. From the first of April 2008 it is
no longer possible to get more than 300 peso per transaction.
Tips
Tips are usually not included. It is common to tip 10% but you can also tip according to how well you feel you were served. |
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Safety
Safety is fundamental to the success of any trip and staying alert, not taking unnecessary risks, and simply using your head are the best ways to prevent an unwanted situation. That said there are still some things to keep in mind while traveling. Avoid petty theft and pickpockets by not interacting with strangers who seem suspiciously friendly or pushy, as well as anyone trying to get your attention while you are carrying bags or equipment. It is best not to wonder the streets alone at night and don’t show off cameras or mobiles.
When you avoid the poor districts Argentina is a very safe country.
Transportation
Argentina offers a lot of opportunities to travel: flights, busses, boats and some trains. Most flights arrive and depart from the international airport Ministro Pistarini (Ezeiza), approx. 35 km from Buenos Aires.
Domestic flights, that go to all parts of the country from Jorge Newbery Airport in Buenos Aires, are usually taken care of by Aerolineas Argentinas and Austral. You can transfer from the airport to the city by bus, taxi or rental car with driver (remises).
The busses in Argentina are very comfortable, and equipped with air-conditioning, television and toilets. Busses go to all destinations in the country and in big cities it is also possible to travel by bus.
Time zone
Argentina is in time zone UTC -3.
Electricity
220/240 volt, 50 Hz
Check List
Travel documents
Tickets and vouchers
Passport
Proof of vaccination
Copies of travel documents
(international) Drivers license
Money
Foreign currency
Debit card
Creditcard
Travellerscheques
Tel. Numbers to block credit/debit card
cheque numbers |
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Health
First Aid-kit
Mosquito Nett and repellent
Sunscreen
Condoms
Sunglasses with UV protection
Contacts
Telephone numbers family&friends
Alarm numbers
Mobile Phone
Phone adaptor
Telephonenumbers Embassies
Telephone numbers insurances
Copy of conditions of insurances |
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