How to get a Argentina visa from Egypt
Visa types, fees, processing times and application requirements for Egyptian passport holders travelling to Argentina.
Visa types & fees
4 visa options for travelling to Argentina.
Business visa
Processing time2 days
Validity60 days
Fee (approx.)$200
Student visa
Processing time2 days
ValidityMore than 90 days
Fee (approx.)$250
Tourist visa
Processing time2 days
Validity90 days
Fee (approx.)$150
Work visa
Processing time2 days
ValidityMore than 90 days
Fee (approx.)$250
Application requirements
Documents Egyptian applicants need to provide.
- Passport with a validity of more than 6 months from the intended period of exiting the country.
- The passport should have at least two blank pages for the necessary stamp.
- Duly completed visa application form signed by the applicant.
- Two recent passport-sized photographs with a white background. The photo should follow the specification for a visa application.
- Original copy of bank statement of three months prior to the period of visa application. This is proof of a steady and continuous flow of funds.
- Travel insurance which has sufficient medical coverage. The insurance should be valid for the duration of your stay in the country.
- Proof of accommodation for the period you will be staying in the country.
- Copy of return flight ticket.
- Travel itinerary.
Visa type details
Tourist visa
- Applicants of the tourist Visa for Argentina are those travelling to the country for the purpose of leisure and tourism.
- Foreigners who have received an invitation from their friends or relatives who hold permanent residence in the country are eligible to apply for this visa.
- Egyptians travelling to the country to visit their friends or relatives are required to present a letter of invitation from their host. The letter must state the relationship between the applicant and the host and must contain the valid contact information of the host.
- During your time in the country, you are allowed to attend festivals and events of your choice.
- Applicants who are employed should provide a certificate of employment from their employer in Egypt.
- Minors applying for this visa are expected to be in possession of the unabridged original copy of their birth certificate. If they are travelling with one or none of their parents and a notarized consent signed by both their parents is also required.
- Holders of this visa are not allowed to work or study while they are in the country.
- Applicants of this visa are expected to present documents which show that they have the incentive of returning to their home country at the expiry of this visa.
- Proof of payment of visa application fee is required.
Business visa
- Eligible applicants of the business visa are foreign nationals who have the intention of engaging in business activities in Argentina.
- This visa allows foreigners in Argentina to negotiate and sign business contracts with their partners.
- You are permitted to attend trade fairs, conferences, and business seminars relating to your profession.
- An official letter of invitation from the inviting company in Argentina is required. The letter must be printed on the company’s letterhead and should state the duration and purpose of the applicant’s trip.
- The letter from the inviting company must state who will bear the cost of the applicant’s expenses in the country.
- A letter from the applicant’s employer in Egypt is required. The letter should state the applicant’s job position, salary level, and length of employment.
- Proof of previous trade relations between the two companies should be provided, if any.
- All the documents to be submitted must be translated into Spanish.
- Receipt which shows that the visa application fee has been paid is required.
Student visa
- This visa is issued to foreigners who have been accepted to study in any of the academic institutions in Argentina.
- An admission letter from the institution the applicant has been accepted into is required. The letter must be printed on the institution’s letterhead and signed by the head of the institution.
- The letter of acceptance must state the course the applicant will be studying and the duration of the study program.
- Minors applying for this visa must submit the original copy of their birth certificate during the visa application process.
- If the applicant of this visa is above 16 years of age, a certificate of criminal record issued by the competent authority in Egypt is required.
- Applicants of this visa are also required to present a sworn declaration of lack of criminal activities in other countries they have visited.
- Students are permitted to work part-time when school is in session and full-time when school is on vacation.
- This visa can be extended to cover the duration of the applicant’s education in the country.
- Proof of payment of visa application fee is required.
Work visa
- Foreigners applying for this visa are those who have been offered employment by an employer in Argentina.
- The employment contract signed by the employer in Argentina is required. This should show the registration number in RENURE and must be legalized by the Argentine Notary Association.
- Proof of payment of immigration tax is required.
- Curriculum Vitae and Resume of applicants are necessary documents to be submitted during the visa application process.
- Foreigners applying for this visa are required to present proof of a clean criminal record.
- Applicants of this visa who do not have the right qualification will not be issued this visa.
- The employer must provide proof that there was no Argentine willing and available to take up the job the applicant of this visa was offered.
- Proof of payment of visa application fee is required.
Where to apply
Argentina embassy & visa application centers in Egypt.
Cairo
AddressEl Saleh Ayoub, No 8, 1st floor, Apartment 2, Cairo, Egypt.
Phone+2 (02) 2735 1501, +2 (02) 2735 5234
Email[email protected]
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Frequently asked questions
Do they speak Spanish in Argentina
Yes, Spanish is spoken in Argentina because it is the most dominant language in Argentina.
Can a foreigner stay in Argentina indefinitely without a visa
This is not true. First, you need to check if you need a visa based on your country of citizenship, then you need to check the length of your visa.
What is Argentina known for
Argentina is famous for its diverse landscape and large land area. Also, “The Tango Dance” is very famous.
What is the typical breakfast in Argentina
In Argentina, breakfast is a fairly simple affair. The typical meal taken for breakfast is either tostadas or medialunas.
Is Buenos Aires safe for tourists
Yes, the city is relatively safe but tourists should be wary of petty criminals.
Visa fees and rules change often. Confirm the latest Argentina visa
requirements with an official embassy or consulate before booking travel.