How Indian passport holders get a visa for Argentina: visa type, government fee, processing time, maximum stay, the documents required and where to apply. Government-sourced — always verify on the official site before you travel.
Quick facts
- Visa type: Consular tourist visa — or visa-free if you hold a qualifying US visa / Green Card
- Government fee: Free for Indian nationals under bilateral agreement (zero consular fee). Visa-free entry is also free if eligible.
- Processing time: Consular visa: typically 10–15 working days after document submission at the Embassy in New Delhi or Consulate in Mumbai.
- Maximum stay: 90 days per entry (whether via consular visa or US-visa exemption)
- Interview: Not required
- Ease for Indian travellers: 70/100
Documents you'll need
- Passport 6+ months with blank pages
- Application form
- Recent photographs
- Confirmed return ticket
- Hotel bookings / itinerary
- Bank statements (last 6 months)
- Employer NOC / business proof
- Travel insurance
How & where to apply
If you hold a valid US B1/B2, B2, J, B1, O, P, E or H-1B visa (or US Green Card) with 90+ days validity, just board your flight — no advance application. Otherwise apply at the Embassy of Argentina in New Delhi or Consulate General in Mumbai. Embassy of Argentina in India — Tourist visa (official)
Transit & connections
Indians need a transit visa if leaving the international airside zone in Argentina; airside connections within Ezeiza/Aeroparque do not require one.
Good to know
Big win (Resolution 353/2025, effective 28 Aug 2025): Indians with a valid US B1/B2, B2, J, B1, O, P, E or H-1B visa or US Green Card can fly to Argentina visa-free for up to 90 days. Tourism/short business only — you cannot change immigration status while there. Visa rules change often — confirm on the official government source: https://cgmum.cancilleria.gob.ar/en/new-exemption-indian-nationals-who-are-holders-valid-us-tourist-visa-b-2
Frequently asked questions
Do Indians need a visa for Argentina?
Consular tourist visa — or visa-free if you hold a qualifying US visa / Green Card. Big win (Resolution 353/2025, effective 28 Aug 2025): Indians with a valid US B1/B2, B2, J, B1, O, P, E or H-1B visa or US Green Card can fly to Argentina visa-free for up to 90 days. Tourism/short business only — you cannot change immigration status while there.
What documents do Indians need for a Argentina visa?
Passport 6+ months with blank pages; Application form; Recent photographs; Confirmed return ticket; Hotel bookings / itinerary; Bank statements (last 6 months); Employer NOC / business proof; Travel insurance
How long does a Argentina visa take and what does it cost?
Processing: Consular visa: typically 10–15 working days after document submission at the Embassy in New Delhi or Consulate in Mumbai.. Government fee: Free for Indian nationals under bilateral agreement (zero consular fee). Visa-free entry is also free if eligible.. Maximum stay: 90 days per entry (whether via consular visa or US-visa exemption).
How do Indians apply for a Argentina visa?
If you hold a valid US B1/B2, B2, J, B1, O, P, E or H-1B visa (or US Green Card) with 90+ days validity, just board your flight — no advance application. Otherwise apply at the Embassy of Argentina in New Delhi or Consulate General in Mumbai. Official source: https://cgmum.cancilleria.gob.ar/en/new-exemption-indian-nationals-who-are-holders-valid-us-tourist-visa-b-2