Questions tagged [argentina]
A large Spanish-speaking country in southern South America.
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Can I leave the airport and take a taxi with BRL Reais?
I'm going to travel from Brazil to Argentina.
I have plans to live in Argentina until the end of the year but what I still do not know is if I can take a taxi or eat something at the Buenos Aires ...
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Itaipú and Iguazú in one/two days from Rio
I'll be travelling from Europe to Brazil (Rio). I would like to use this opportunity and see the Water Plant of Itaipu and the Waterfalls of Iguazú as a part of this visit.
Now, if it were in Europe ...
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How can I check if I'm allowed to take a rental car from Argentina to Chile?
I'm planning to rent a car in Argentina by one of the big, well-known companies. I'm also planning to drive to Chile for a day or two. I know that quite a lot of rental companies explicitly do not ...
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Do Argentinian ATMs only accept 4 digit pins?
I heard that ATMs in Argentina only accept 4 digit pin. However, both my credit card and my maestro card have 6 digit pins. Should I change the pin to a 4 digit pin before going to Argentina?
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NIE (foreign identification number) in process. Can I travel through Schengen zone with the 90 days visa expired?
I'm Italian living in Spain. I have an NIE. My wife (she is Argentinean) came here and we tried to get her NIE (she gets a "permiso de residencia de familiar de ciudadano de la UE" which is a ...
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What is the best way to get from the airport to center of Buenos Aires?
Is there a good shuttle service? Taxis? What should one expect to pay? Is it worth pre-arranging?
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Can I import a drone into Argentina?
I've got a DJI Phantom, and am planning to take it with me from UK to Buenos Aires, Argentina.
I've heard customs officials can be a bit sticky with drones, Argentina being one country like that? I ...
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Cost of border crossing in rental car, Chile-Argentina-Chile [closed]
My friend is soon going to Chile (from Spain). She wants to rent a car and make a trip into Argentina. One website tells her she has to buy a border-crossing permit for $6 and another says $200.
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What is the best way to travel to South Argentina - mainly El Calafate, El Chaten, & Ushuaia? [closed]
We are looking for advice for travelling from El Calafate -> El Chaten -> Ushuaia and what would be the best form of transportation between these cities/areas?
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In Argentina, am I expected to tip the delivery guy if the restaurant already charged me a delivery fee? [closed]
I know tipping is voluntary in Argentina, but tipping the delivery guy is customary here and I do when there's no delivery fee. The restaurant in question is already charging me a rather high amount ...
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I am in Brazil without an entry stamp. What do I do?
I'm an EU student in Brazil travelling on a VITEM IV visa that expires in July. I have a temporary RNE and everything, and I left the country last Wednesday to visit Argentina. I returned earlier ...
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Visiting Iguazu waterfalls on both sides
One can visit the Iguazu Falls on two sides: the Brazilian and the Argentinian side.
We stay at a hotel in Argentina (Puerto Iguazu), visited the Argentinian side and would like to visit the ...
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Hotel charging 21% VAT in Argentina?
I had the idea that foreign visitors are exempt from this tax when they pay with a foreign credit card, still my hotel manager insists I need to pay this tax. Since there is a language barrier between ...
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Flying into Argentina, do they ask about prior convictions as of 2017?
This question is directed towards anyone who has traveled to Argentina after January 20, 2017.
Argentina recently made their immigration policy more strict. It allows them to deny entry if you have ...
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Help need about Andes Lineas Aereas different classes (B H K M W)
I'm booking a flight from Buenos Aires to Salta with Andes Lineas Aereas, they have different classes online, it shows B H K M W.
I found information on the website that it has something to do with ...
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Public bus from Salta to Los Castillos
I plan to do a day trip from Salta to Los Castillos, not a big fan of the wine, so I don't really want to go further to Cafeyate town.
As far as I see, there are several buses from Salta to Cafeyate ...
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How to decide on travel to possible Zika zone while pregnant
I have x-posted on the health stack site.
Anyone with first hand knowledge about traveling to Argentina while 4 months pregnant? The CDC states that Argentina is a Level 2 Alert country (Practice ...
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Do I need to get USD to travel in Argentina?
I have heard that there is an "official" exchange rate in Argentina and a street rate which is much higher because currently, the locals are finding it really hard to get foreign currency.
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What is the best way to get ARS using USD?
The current (official) exchange rate for USD to ARS is around 1:5, but I've heard that due to the fluctuation recently there may be a way to get a better value for USD in Argentina.
Any pointers?
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Going to Argentina from Brazil without a Brazilian entry stamp
I'm backpacking in South America and have found myself in an interesting situation. I was travelling in Paraguay and got to Ciudad del Este, from there I took a local bus across the river to Foz do ...
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Travel time from Terminal A to Terminal C of Ezeiza (Ministro Pistarini International Airport, Buenos Aires)
How long does it take to go from Terminal A to Terminal C of Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE, Buenos Aires)?
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Visiting the UK as a tourist and later returning to UK [duplicate]
I'm from Argentina wanting to joining my girlfriend who will be studying for one year in Edinburgh. As an Argentine I don't need any particular permit to go to UK as a tourist. The permit of stay is ...
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El Chalten / El Calafate to Bariloche - options in 2016/17
What are the feasible options of going from El Chalten or El Calafate to Bariloche? I know airplane would be fastest and there is a direct connection. I'd like to avoid it, if possible, though, for ...
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What are the pros and cons of visiting the Iguazu Falls from the Argentinian side or Brazilian side only?
related: Visiting Iguazu waterfalls on both sides
We are planning a short weekend trip from the US to the Iguazu Falls, but don't really want to bother with customs and visas for two countries. It is ...
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What is the reciprocity fee for US citizens entering Argentina?
I am having the hardest time finding the exact reciprocity fee for US citizens entering Argentina. Does anybody know what that amount is?
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Recommendations for Mendoza and Salta? [closed]
I am travelling to Buenos Aires in three weeks (July 2014) and will be there for five days, but then I am at a loss as to what to do for the additional two weeks I have in Argentina - there are so ...
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Invitation letter to friend that does NOT require a visa to enter Denmark
I am living in Denmark (and a Danish citizen) and I am going to host a friend from Argentina for a month. Argentinian citizens require no visa to enter Denmark (or Schengen) as tourists.
I have ...
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Strange currency on websites Argentina
I checked prices on some sites and have feeling of strong misunderstanding: according to Wikw the currency os peso, but prices are in '$'. Moreover, the price seems to be unreasonably high, please see ...
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Cheap way to get to Argentina [closed]
Does anyone know a cheap (or at least not very expensive) way to get from Russia (Moscow) to Argentina? I want to visit that country, but tickets are way to much expensive. I use skyscanner now, ...
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What is the simplest visa requirement for a New Zealander to work in Argentina?
Considering this. I gather there's a working holiday visa, but it requires application at the embassy in WELLINGTON, and I'm ... well, on the other side of the world.
What would be the simplest ...
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Rent a car in South America [closed]
We are thinking of renting a car from Buenos Aires to drive to Santiago. Has anyone done this and are the roads, towns encounter safe ?
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Do citizens of Switzerland need a visa to travel to Argentina?
I am a Swiss citizen and will be traveling to Argentina for 2 weeks. I would like to know if I will require a visa.
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Teaching English as a foreign language charities for south america
I haven't volunteered abroad before but I want to try and teach english as a foreign language in south america for 3 weeks (specifically Chile or Argentina). I have done the usual google search for a ...
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Can I get Argentina Tourist Visa in Thailand if I am Nepalese passport holder?
I am a nepalese passport holder and am planning a trip to Argentina in April. Unfortunately we don't have an embassy or consulate for Argentina in Nepal. We have to go through Embassy of Argentina in ...
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What are must-visit destinations for the first time trip to Argentina? [closed]
We are considering visiting Argentina for up to ten days during mid-to-late December. What would be the top places to see / visit, especially during that time of year?
Secondly, what is the best way ...
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Do I need a return flight for all airlines to go to Argentina?
I am planning to travel through Latin America from the beginning of November onward. My first destination would be Buenos Aires. However, it seems most airlines need you to get a return flight so as ...
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How To Obtain Argentinian Visa For a Philippine Passport Holder in Brasil
I am currently in Brasil and I have travelled South America for a year using my Philippine passport. My next stop will be Argentina and I'd like to ask if I can obtain an Argentinian visa here in ...
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How long does it take to travel by road from Buenos Aires to Rio De Janeiro?
if any of you people know how long does it take to travel by road (bus/car) from Buenos Aires to Rio De Janeiro, please tell me. I love travelling on land, and am planning to visit South America Next ...
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What are my options to get to Montevideo from Buenos Aires?
I'm in Buenos Aires for a couple of days and I'd like to go to Montevideo for a day trip. I've seen that there are ferries and planes between the two cities, but are there also other options? And ...
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How long does it take to cross the border at Iguazu Falls?
So we're going to Iguazu falls for about 3 days. We're taking the overnight bus from Buenos Aires and then leaving from the Brazilian side's airport to Rio.
We are trying to decide whether to stay on ...
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Travel to England from Argentina: how much money for a 17 day visit?
How much money would I need to bring with me if I want to enter the United Kingdom from Argentina, is there a minimum for 17 days or will they ask me to show my finances ?
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Exceed visa by a day Argentina (90 day tourist visa) [closed]
I have an Argentinian tourist visa for 90 days. I entered the country on the 27th of April. Will leaving on the 27 of July (staying one extra day) cause problems at the migration office or will they ...
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How many km per day in on the road trip to patagonia? [closed]
I am planning an on the road trip renting a car from Cordoba, Argentina (where I live) to Ushuaia. Backing home by plane. I am not used to long distance trip by car (I am Italian). The whaol trip ...
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Easiest way to get to Paraguay from Puerto Iguazu?
I'm in Puerto Iguazu for a couple of days to see the waterfalls there. It seems to be pretty simple to get to Brazil. But I would also like to go to Paraguay. However, on Google Maps, I can't see any ...
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Taking a taxi in Argentina with a newborn: is the toddlers seat necessary?
I'll be traveling to Argentina with my wife and with our little girl (3 months old).
When taking a taxi, is it necessary to use my toddlers seat (and then we'll have to take it with us) or can my ...
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Is the Siesta a factor to consider when traveling around Argentina?
Are siestas anything I should consider when traveling around Argentina(large and small towns)? Are travel services likely to be effected in anyway?
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Late Night Ground Transportation from El Calafate to Puerto Natales / Torres del Paine
A few friends and I were hoping to visit Patagonia this January.
We will be flying in to El Calafate at 6:30 PM on a Monday, and hoping to get to Torres del Paine as quickly as possible.
I'm ...
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How much is a bus from Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro?
I'm looking to get a feeling for the bus prices for the trip Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro.
Plataforma10.com gives me a price of AR$ 2350,00 (~271 US$) with Crucero del Norte, which I find a bit high....
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Get to El Calafate from the end of the W-Trek (Torres del Paine)
I am wondering how to best get to El Calafate after having finished the W-Trek in Torres del Paine (at the West side, Laguna Amarga I guess).
Is there a way to get to El Calafate directly (without ...
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UK visitor and work visa
Next month my boyfriend is coming to work in the UK on a Tier 5 sportsperson visa sponsored by his employer. However he wants to come as a tourist before his work visa starts. From Argentina, he is a ...
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