Foreign nationals of India holding ordinary passports may now enter Argentina without a consular visa or Electronic Travel Authorization (AVE), provided they hold a valid U.S. visa of a comparable immigration category. This update applies exclusively to Indian nationals entering Argentina for short-term, transitory stays under the terms of Section a) of Article 24 of Law No. 25,871—primarily tourism—for up to 90 days.
To qualify, travelers must present a valid visa issued by the United States, and the visa must correspond to a similar purpose of stay. For example, a U.S. tourist visa (B2) may support entry for tourism purposes in Argentina. This exemption is not valid for travelers intending to work, study, or reside in Argentina.
Key conditions to note:
- Entry must be for tourism or another transitory purpose.
- Stay is limited to 90 days, with a possible one-time extension for an equal period subject to approval by Argentina’s National Immigration Office.
- Travelers entering under this exemption may not apply to change their immigration status while in Argentina.
This move aligns with Argentina’s broader efforts to streamline entry for select travelers and support inbound tourism while maintaining clear distinctions between short-term stays and longer-term immigration pathways.
Newland Chase continues to monitor changes across global entry and visa regimes to ensure compliance and seamless mobility for our clients.
This immigration update is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for legal or scenario-specific advice. Furthermore, it is important to note that immigration announcements are subject to sudden and unexpected changes. Readers are encouraged to reach out to Newland Chase for any case- or company-specific assessments.
