Doing Business In Argentina

clearer. Another note to consider is that Argentina claims the islands it refers to as the
"Malvinas" and which Great Britain calls "the Falklands."
Currency
The Argentine currency is the peso and is signified by the same symbol ($) as the U.S.
dollar. ATM machines are widely available in Buenos Aires, allowing travelers with a
variety of credit or debit cards to withdraw funds automatically in local currency.
Although usually accepted at most hotels, traveler’s checks are often refused by
business establishments and can be difficult or expensive to change at banks. So, be
sure to bring an ATM card.
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Buenos Aires is a high crime area. Therefore, U.S. visitors and residents should take the
same precautions they would take in any major U.S. and foreign metropolis. There are
no specific threats directly against American visitors at the present time. It is
recommended, however, that due caution be exercised when traveling about the city,
including avoiding wearing expensive jewelry or carrying large amounts of cash.
Pickpockets and thieves abound even on busy streets and are especially common in
areas frequented by tourists. These areas include Florida Street, shopping malls, public
conveyances, hotel lobbies, airports, etc. Because of many cases of robberies in false
taxis, as noted above, visitors should, whenever possible, call radio taxis or arrange for a
remise, instead of flagging passing taxis on the street.
Consult the Department of State's Bureau of Consular Affairs web site for general
travel information and the site's section on Travel Warnings for country-specific
information which can be found at: http://travel.state.gov/travel/warnings_consular.html.
Electric Current
Unlike in the United States, the electric current in Argentina is AC 220 volts, 50 cycles in
the case of one phase; AC 380 volts, 50 cycles for three phase. In addition, business
travelers should be aware that outlets in Argentina are shaped differently than in the
U.S. Electric plug configurations are usually two round-tipped straight pins or 2-3 flat
pins with the top two slightly angled to form a "Y" shape. Business travelers are
therefore advised to carry adapters and/or transformers.
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Visas
Visas are not required for U.S. citizens traveling to Argentina for up to 90 days of tourism
or business, except holders of U.S. Diplomatic and Official passports. Visitors may
request an extension of stay up to 90 days from the Argentine Immigration Service at:
Dirección Nacional de Migraciones
Av. Antártida Argentina 1355, Edificio 1, Piso 1
3/4/2008