Vietnam to Argentina visa requirements

Yes, a visa is required. Vietnamese ordinary passport holders are NOT visa-exempt for Argentina and must obtain a tourist visa from an Argentine consulate. A faster online alternative, the AVE (Electronic Travel Authorization), exists ONLY for those who already hold a valid US visa (B1/B2/J/O/P/E/H-1B) or ESTA — it is not open to all Vietnamese travelers. Argentina does not grant visa-free or visa-on-arrival entry to holders of Vietnamese ordinary passports. The standard route is a consular tourist visa (visa de turismo) applied for at an Argentine embassy or consulate, which usually requires an in-person appointment and supporting documents. Since 2024 Argentina has expanded its AVE (Autorizacion de Viaje Electronica) program: nationals of many otherwise visa-required countries, including Vietnam, may apply online INSTEAD of a consular visa, but ONLY if they hold a valid US tourist/work visa in an eligible category (B1, B2, J, O, P, E or H-1B) or a valid US ESTA. The AVE costs USD 400, is valid for 90 days from issue, permits multiple entries and a stay of up to 90 consecutive days, and is processed within about 20 business days. Travelers who do not hold such US documentation must use the traditional consular visa channel. Argentina is in South America and is not part of the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply. Always confirm current requirements directly with the nearest Argentine consulate before booking, as the eligible-country list and conditions are updated periodically.