Argentina Visa Application Guide

Here is a complete list of documents you'll need when applying for a Short Term Visa to visit Argentina for various purposes, such as holidays, visiting friends/family, attending a wedding, and more.

1. Original Passport:
   • Make sure your passport is valid for at least six months from when you plan to enter Argentina.
   • It should have two blank pages.
   • Submit it with your application.
2. Visa Application Form:
   • Complete a 3-page Visa form.
   • Answer all questions, sign the form, and avoid mistakes.
   • Don't print on both sides.
3. Photo:
   • Provide two recent passport-style color photos (4 x 4 cm) with a white background.
   • Face the camera directly.
4. Cover Letter:
   • Write a letter to the Visa Section of the Embassy of Argentina in Delhi.
   • Explain your visit's purpose, duration, passport details, accompanying persons, and who's paying for the trip.
   • Get it notarized and translated into Spanish.
   • Entrepreneurs, use your company's letterhead.
5. Employer Letter:
   • If employed, submit a notarized and Spanish-translated letter from your employer.
   • Include your last 3 months' salary slips and last 3 years' Income Tax Return (ITR).
   • Business owners, add a notarized business registration copy and last 3 years' ITR.
   • Students or self-employed, provide notarized and Spanish-translated documents related to your current occupation.
6. Travel Itinerary:
   • Plan your travel in line with the provided tickets.
7. Flight Tickets:
   • Book round-trip flights and include the reservations.
8. Hotel Reservations:
   • Book hotels corresponding to your flight tickets and itinerary.
   • Provide reservation details.
9. Financial Documents:
   • Submit your latest 3 months' salary slips and last 3 years' ITR.
   • If you're sponsoring yourself or others, include the sponsor's financial documents.
10. Bank Statements:
    • Provide your personal bank statements for the last 6 months.
    • Ensure they're stamped by the bank.
11. Passport Copies:
    • Attach copies of your passport and any valid or recently expired visas.

Note:

• Keep in mind that Consular authorities may request extra documents if needed.
• Meeting all the specified requirements doesn't guarantee the approval of a visa, as the decision ultimately rests with the Argentine State.

Purpose of Visit Documents:

Note: Make sure to verify the specific requirements and necessary documentation for each visa category, as they might differ. It is advisable to consult the official website of the Argentine embassy or consulate for the most up-to-date and accurate information.

Before submitting your visa application, please review the list of required documents. The guidelines provided on this website will assist you in preparing your documents accurately, reducing the risk of your visa application being rejected due to incorrect or insufficient documentation.

Argentina Visa Application Form

• Fill out a 3-page Visa form, answering all questions. The form cannot be back-to-back.
• Make sure to sign it. Incomplete or incorrect forms will not be accepted.
• Each traveler, no matter their age, needs to fill out a separate visa application form.

The process for applying for Argentina visitor visa from India typically involves the following steps:

1. Identify Your Visa Type:
   • First, figure out the type of visa you need based on your purpose of visiting Argentina. For instance, if it's for tourism, you'll need a tourist visa; for business, a business visa.
2. Start Your Application:
   • Begin your application by downloading, filling out, and printing the visa form. Take the completed form and necessary documents to the Argentina embassy.
3. Gather the Required Documents:
   • In addition to the completed visa application form, you will also need to submit the following documents: Passport Requirements, Visa Application Form, Photo Specifications, Cover Letter, Employment/Business Documents, Travel Arrangements, Passport Copies and etc.
4. Pay the Visa Fee:
   • When you submit your application, you'll need to pay a visa fee. The fee amount varies based on the type of visa. (Tourist Visa: Stay up to 90 days, and it's free for Indian Nationals).
5. Submit Your Application:
   • On the appointed day, submit your filled visa application form and required documents to the embassy or consulate. Don't forget to pay the visa fee.
6. Personal Interview:
   • All visa applicants must undergo a personal interview with a consular officer. Interview dates will be confirmed after the verification process.
7. Collect Your Passport:
   • Once your visa application is processed, collect your passport from the embassy or consulate. The processing time depends on the type of visa applied for.
     For Minors:
     • Authorization is needed from the parent with parental rights.
     • If both parents have rights, both must attend the personal interview.
     • The visa form for a minor must be signed by all exercising parental rights.

Visa Application Locations:

• For residents in Bangladesh, Bhutan, Maldives, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and India (excluding Maharashtra), apply at the Embassy in New Delhi: F-3/3 Vasant Vihar, New Delhi 110057. Telephone: (00 91) 11 - 4078 1900.
• If residing in Maharashtra, apply at the Consulate General in Mumbai: Chander Mukhi Building, 10th Floor, Nariman Point 400 021 Mumbai. Telephone: (0091) 22 2287 1381/1382/1383.

Important notes:

• The Visa Section is open Monday to Friday, closed on Argentine and Indian holidays.
• Apply at least 4 weeks before your planned travel date.
• Fill out the visa form on 3 separate pages, not back-to-back.
• Incomplete applications won't be accepted.
• Each traveler, no matter the age, needs a separate application.
• Providing false information may lead to permanent ineligibility.
• Consul's interview is mandatory, no exceptions allowed.