Argentina Passport Rules for UK Travellers
Quick answer: For Argentina, your passport just needs to be valid for the whole time you are there. British tourists can stay up to 90 days without a visa.
Argentina travel requirements at a glance
Valid for the full length of your stay.
Not needed for tourism up to 90 days.
Passports are no longer stamped on arrival.
Declare more than 10,000 US dollars.
Official source: GOV.UK Argentina entry requirements.
Passport rules: quick summary
- Passport must be valid for your whole stay
- Visa-free tourism for up to 90 days
- Passports no longer stamped on entry
- Resident children need parental permission to leave
Passport validity for Argentina
GOV.UK says your passport must be valid for the proposed length of your stay. There is no 6-month rule stated for visitors.
Residents of Argentina only need a passport that is valid for entry.
Visas and length of stay
You can visit for tourism for up to 90 days without a visa. If you want another 90 days, speak to the Argentine Migration Office before your current stay ends.
Passports are no longer stamped on entry, so contact the Migration Office if you need proof of your dates.
Other things to know
Children resident in Argentina need written permission from any non-travelling parent to leave the country.
Due to yellow fever risk in Argentina, some other countries may ask for a certificate when you travel on.
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need 6 months on my passport for Argentina?
No. GOV.UK says your passport must be valid for the proposed duration of your stay.
Do I need a visa for Argentina?
No. British citizens can visit for tourism for up to 90 days without a visa.
Will my passport be stamped in Argentina?
No. Immigration no longer stamps passports on entry; the Argentine Migration Office can provide proof of entry or exit.