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Argentina - Consular Information Sheet
September 2, 1994
Country Description: Argentina is a medium income nation with a developing
economy. The quality of facilities for tourism varies according to price
and area.
Entry Requirements: A passport is required. U.S. citizens do not need a
visa for a tourist stay. For current information concerning entry and
customs requirements for Argentina, travelers can contact the Argentine
Embassy at 1600 New Hampshire Avenue N.W., Washington, D.C., tel: (202) 939-
6400, or the nearest consulate in Los Angeles, Miami, New Orleans, Chicago,
New York, Houston, or San Juan.
Medical Facilities: Medical care is good but varies in quality outside
major cities. Doctors and hospitals often expect immediate cash payment for
health services. U.S. medical insurance is not always valid outside the
United States. The Medicare/Medicaid program does not provide payment of
medical services outside the United States. In some cases, medical
insurance with specific overseas and medical evacuation coverage has proved
to be useful. For additional health information, travelers can contact the
Centers for Disease Control's international travelers hotline at (404) 332-
4559.
Crime Information: There are no specific threats directed against American
visitors or tourists at the present time. Street crime is a problem in the
metropolitan Buenos Aires area. Most crime affecting tourists or business
travelers in Argentina is of the non-violent type: pickpockets, purse
snatching, hotel burglaries and fraudulent dealings. However, it is
recommended that caution be exercised when traveling about the city. Street
robberies (muggings), while not common, are not unheard of in Buenos Aires.
For additional crime information, travelers can contact the Consular Section
of the U.S. Embassy either before or upon arrival.
The loss or theft of a U.S. passport abroad should be reported immediately
to the local police and the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate. Useful
information on guarding valuables and protecting personal security while
traveling abroad is provided in the Department of State pamphlet, "A Safe
Trip Abroad," it is available from the Superintendent of Documents, U.S.
Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402. Also available from the
same address is the Department of State's publication, "Tips for Travelers
to Central and South America."
Adoptions: Argentine adoptions often involve complications and delays. In
general, the adoption of Argentine orphans is possible but discouraged by
the Council of Minors due to a waiting list of qualified Argentine couples
wishing to adopt children. Updated information on Argentine adoption
proceedings and U.S. immigrant visa requirements is available from the
Consular Section of the U.S. Embassy. Additional information is available
by writing the Office of Citizens Consular Services, CA/OCS/CCS, Room 4817,
Department of State, Washington, D.C. 20520, or by telephoning (202) 647-3712.
Dual Nationality: U.S. citizens also considered to be citizens of Argentina
who remain in Argentina more than sixty days, are required to leave the
country on their Argentine passports. They might also be subject to
compulsory military service while in Argentina. Those who may be affected
can inquire at an Argentine embassy or consulate to determine their status.
In some instances, dual nationality may hamper U.S. government efforts to
provide protection abroad.
Drug Penalties: U.S. citizens are subject to the laws of the country in
which they are traveling. Penalties in Argentina for possession, use and
trafficking in illegal drugs are strict, and convicted offenders can expect
lengthy jail sentences and fines.
Civil Aviation Oversight: In October 1992, the U.S. Federal Aviation
Administration assessed Argentina's civil aviation authority as in
compliance with international aviation safety oversight standards for
Argentine carriers operating to and from the U.S. The same level of safety
oversight would typically be applied to operations to other destinations.
For further information, travelers may contact the Department of
Transportation at 1-800-322-7873.
Embassy Location/Registration: Americans are encouraged to register with
the Consular Section of the U.S. Embassy in Buenos Aires at 4300 Colombia,
1425, telephone: (54-1) 777-4533.
No. 94-178
This replaces the Consular Information Sheet dated May 9, 1994 to add
information on aviation oversight.