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Do Australia passport holders need a visa to visit AR?

Australian ordinary passport holders do NOT need a visa to visit Argentina for tourism. You may stay visa-free for up to 90 days, and there is no longer any reciprocity/entry fee (abolished 1 July 2017). Argentina grants visa-free entry to holders of an Australian ordinary passport for tourism and short business visits of up to 90 days per entry. No prior application, eVisa, or visa-on-arrival is required, and there is no electronic travel authorisation system. Argentina previously charged Australians a "reciprocity fee" (introduced December 2009) but this was suspended/abolished effective 1 July 2017, so entry is now free of charge. The 90-day stay is granted on arrival by an immigration officer at the port of entry and can be extended once for an additional 90 days at the Dirección Nacional de Migraciones (a fee applies for the extension). Travellers should hold a passport valid for the duration of their stay (six months' validity is commonly recommended), proof of onward/return travel, and evidence of sufficient funds and accommodation, which border officers may request. Argentina is in South America and is not part of the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply. Overstaying the authorised period incurs a fine payable on departure. This verdict is confirmed by Argentina's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Australian Embassy in Buenos Aires, and the official visa policy record.
VISA-FREETOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
Visa-free (no visa required)
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days per entry
per entry
Entries
Multiple
from issue date
Visa fee
AUD 0 / ARS 0 (no entry or reciprocity fee)
consular fee only
Processing time
None - granted on arrival
standard track
Validity
Passport valid for the duration of stay (6 months recommended)
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm your passport eligibility
Ensure you hold a valid Australian ordinary passport. Visa-free entry applies to ordinary passports; the same exemption covers diplomatic and official passports too.
· Ordinary passport· Valid for stay (6 months recommended)
/02
Check passport validity and blank pages
Confirm your passport is valid for your intended stay; many travellers keep at least 6 months' validity beyond departure and ensure at least one or two blank pages for the entry stamp.
· 2 blank pages recommended
/03
Prepare supporting documents
Carry proof of onward or return travel, evidence of accommodation, sufficient funds, and travel insurance. Immigration officers may ask to see these on arrival.
· Return ticket· Proof of funds
/04
Travel to Argentina and clear immigration
On arrival at the airport or land border, present your passport. The officer grants a visa-free tourist stay of up to 90 days. No fee is charged.
· No reciprocity fee since 1 Jul 2017
/05
Track your authorised stay
Note your entry date and do not exceed the 90-day permission. Overstaying results in a fine payable to Migraciones on departure.
· 90-day limit
/06
Extend in-country if needed
If you wish to stay longer, apply for a prórroga de permanencia (extension) at the Dirección Nacional de Migraciones before your 90 days expire; an extension fee applies.
· Up to +90 days· Migraciones office
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

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Personalized checklist
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Valid Australian ordinary passport
required
Passport valid for duration of stay (6 months recommended)
recommended
At least one or two blank passport pages
recommended
Return or onward travel ticket
required
Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host details)
recommended
Proof of sufficient funds for the stay
recommended
Travel/medical insurance
recommended
Do not exceed 90 days without an extension
required
Track your progress · save & email a copy
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Tourist visa feeAUD 0No visa required for Australian passport holders
Reciprocity / entry feeAUD 0Abolished for Australians on 1 July 2017
Stay extension (prorroga)ARS - government fee appliesOptional, only if extending beyond 90 days at Migraciones
Total estimate00incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Visa-free for tourism
Australian ordinary passport holders are exempt from a visa for tourist and short business stays of up to 90 days.
High
/02
Overstay fines
Staying beyond the authorised 90 days (without an extension) results in a fine payable to Migraciones when leaving the country.
Medium
/03
Working not permitted
Visa-free entry is for tourism/short visits only; paid work or long-term activity requires the appropriate visa.
Medium
/04
Document checks at the border
Officers may ask for proof of onward travel, funds, or accommodation before admitting you.
Low
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-05-30
Australia to Argentina route verified
Confirmed visa-free entry for Australian ordinary passport holders for up to 90 days; reciprocity fee remains abolished (since 1 July 2017). Verified against Argentina's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Australian Embassy in Buenos Aires, and the published visa policy.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Australians need a visa to visit Argentina?
No. Holders of an Australian ordinary passport can enter Argentina visa-free for tourism or short business visits of up to 90 days.
Is there still a reciprocity fee for Australians?+
Can I extend my 90-day stay?+
How long must my passport be valid?+
What happens if I overstay?+
Is Argentina part of the Schengen area?+
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