Requirements on how to apply for Argentina Tourist Visa

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Argentina ETA

The Argentina government has introduced Electronic Travel Authorization or ETA. It is the Spanish for Autorización de Viaje Electrónica. ETA designed for the citizens who have to get an Argentina visa. But the application process is much easier. If you are eligible, you can apply for an Argentina ETA from anywhere in the world. Please remember that ETA can only be used for tourism purposes. You don’t have the right to work or study in Argentina. Please note that the ETA is only valid for 90 days. You can enter Argentina many times with an ETA.

The countries that can get an ETA are as follows:

• Us citizens who have a B2 visa
• People who have a Schengen visa
• The people who come in the following list:

Asia

Europe

North America

Oceania

Africa

Tourist Visa Requirements

1. Passport

As well as your passport, you should provide a copy of it too. Your passport validity at least must be for six months over the date you will leave Argentina. It must have been issued in the past ten years too.

You should also provide old passports if you have had any.

2. Application form

You should download the Argentina tourist visa application form from the Argentina embassy or consulate. Be cautious when you complete it. Pay attention to details. What you fill in must be the same as your documents. In the end, print, sign, and date it.

3. Photo

You should provide two 4 cm x 4 cm photos. The photo must have been taken in the past three months. It must cover your face completely. The background must be white clear. Please note that Argentina authorities do not accept copied, scanned digital photos.

4. Personal cover letter

It is an explanation from you to the Argentina government stating the purpose of your visit to this country. You should include your itinerary in it as well.

5. Flight Reservation

You should provide a round-trip ticket reservation or confirmation. It’s best to secure a reservation with a travel agent or via an airline.

6. Proof to have enough funds

You should state to have enough money to cover your expenses in Argentina. Bank statements or credit cards for the past six months will suffice.

7. Proof of accommodation

You need to state where you will stay during your visit to Argentina. A copy of the hotel reservation receipt or rental agreement will suffice. If you will be staying with a relative or friend, an invitation letter from him/her, address, passport number, etc. is required.

Requirements Based on Your Job Status

If employed:

• Employment contract
• Banks statements for the past six months
• Income tax return

If Self employed:

if you own a business, certificate of business registration, and Income Tax Return.

Banks statements for the past six months

If Retired

• Income Tax Return
• Banks statements for the past six months

Minors

If your children are traveling with you, you should provide the Birth certificate. If minors are traveling alone, a formal consent letter signed by both parents is required. If the child is traveling with one parent, the consent letter signed by the other parent is needed.

Please note that the Argentina officials might ask for additional information and documents. If you fail to provide the requirements, the processing time will get longer.

Application Process for Argentina Tourist Visa

The application process for an Argentina tourist visa is as follows:

1. Application Form

In the first step, you should download the Argentina tourist visa application form. You could download it from the Argentina embassy or consulate website in your home country. Please be cautious while completing it. Focus on the information you fill in. After finishing it, print, sign, and date it.

2. Requirements

Now you should start collecting the requirements. During the procedure, be fussy. Pay attention to small-unimportant details. If there is a fault with your documents and authorities ask for another one, the process will take longer.

3. Visa Appointment

You should schedule a visa appointment with the Argentina embassy or consulate. You could do it through their website or phone. Please remember the date because you should attend it in person. When the time comes, get to the embassy and bring your requirements, a passport, and an application. Submit all of them to the authorities.

4. Fees

You have to pay the fee for application processing. The cost of an Argentina tourist visa depends on the country you apply from.

5. Interview

During your appointment, you might have to pass an interview. The official responsible for it will ask you a few questions about your background and the nature of your visit to Argentine. Try to be tough, friendly, and honest.

6. Processing

At the final stage, you have to wait until your visa gets processed. The processing time is about 12 business days. But it could take longer. So it’s wise to apply as soon as you can. If your application gets approved, the Argentina officials will send you the visa to your address. If it gets denied, they will send you a letter explaining the reason. Please bear in mind that the Argentina Embassy or consulate has the right to reject your application if they don’t find you eligible.

Can Argentinian Embassy Deny Your Visa Application?

YES. The Argentinian embassy or consulate can reject your application if they don’t find you eligible. If they find out that you pose a risk or threat to the Argentinian people or its security, they will deny your application.

The most common reasons your visa could get denied are as follows:

• You have a previous criminal record.
• There are no enough funds to cover your expenses.
• One of the documents is expired or missing.
• Your passport is about to expire.

How Long is the Tourist Visa Valid For?

The Argentina tourist visa is only valid for 90 days. If you need to stay longer, you can ask for an extension to the National Immigration Office. Please bear in mind that you should apply for an extension at least 30 days before visa expiration.

Can You work Under an Argentina Tourist Visa?

You may not work in Argentina under a tourist visa. To do so, you have to apply for an Argentina work visa.

When Can You Apply for a Tourist Visa?

The earliest time you can apply for an Argentina visa is three months. The latest time is 15 days. Please bear in mind that the processing time could take longer than usual. So it’s wise to apply as soon as possible.

Can You Extend an Argentina Tourist Visa

If you need to stay longer, you can ask for an extension from the National Immigration Office. Please bear in mind that you should apply for an extension at least 30 days before visa expiration.

Tourist Visa Interview Questions

When you visit the Argentinian embassy or consulate to submit requirements, you might have to pass an interview. The visa officer will ask you a few questions about your background and the purpose of your visit to Argentina. The questions might include:

1. The place you live in your home country
2. Interests
3. Family
4. Background
5. Previous studies and certificates
6. Marital status
7. Your hobbies.
8. Children
9. Employment status
10. Work experience
11. Does anyone will travel with you
12. How will you cover your travel expenses?
13. Does anyone of your friends or relatives live in Argentina?
14. The reason you have chosen Argentina.
15. Insurance
16. The places you will visit in Argentina
17. Will leave Argentina when your trip ends
18. Your plans after your trip to Argentina
19. Etc.

Let’s sum up…

In this blog, we explained all you should know about Argentina’s tourist visa.

We explained whether you need an Argentina tourist visa or not, visa-free countries, requirements, validity, costs, FAQs, etc.

You can check Visa Library to find more information about other countries’ visas.

In case you have some experience, please write it down in the comment section. Your comments let the readers choose better and avoid mistakes. Conveying your experiences as comments is a great help for applicants.