Argentina visa, handled for you from Surat
Argentina’s biggest recent change for Indian travellers: since August 2025, anyone holding a valid US visa or US Green Card can enter for tourism with no Argentine visa or AVE at all — everyone else applies for a free consular tourist visa through the Consulate General in Mumbai.
Argentina is visa-free for Indian passport holders for up to 90 days — no visa needed before you fly. Explera Vacations, Surat's IATA-certified travel desk since 2009, confirms the current rule, pre-checks your passport and return-ticket proof, and can book the whole trip (4–8 weeks (consular) · immediate (us-visa exemption)).
Visa type
Free consular tourist visa (Consulate, Mumbai) / visa-free with a valid US visa or Green Card
Entry
Single / Multiple
Stay
Up to 90 days
Validity
As granted
Processing
4–8 weeks (consular) · immediate (US-visa exemption)
Approval rate
91%
Argentina visa — key points at a glance
- ✓Free consular tourist visa (Consulate, Mumbai) / visa-free with a valid US visa or Green Card for Indian passport holders
- ✓Permitted stay: Up to 90 days
- ✓Entry: Single / Multiple
- ✓Typical processing: 4–8 weeks (consular) · immediate (US-visa exemption)
- ✓Exact total quoted after a free document assessment
- ✓Embassy / VFS submission with biometrics
- ✓Approx. 91% approval on Explera-filed applications
Overview
As of Resolution 353/2025 (28 August 2025), Indian citizens holding a valid US visa (B1/B2/J/O/P/E/H-1B and similar) or a US Green Card can enter Argentina for tourism for up to 90 days with no consular visa and no Electronic Travel Authorisation (AVE) required at all. For Surat’s many frequent US travellers, this is by far the fastest route, and Explera checks it before starting any paperwork.
Without a qualifying US visa, Indian citizens apply for a traditional Argentina tourist visa through the Consulate General in Mumbai — issued free of charge by the Argentine government, though it is a full document-based consular process that typically takes 4–8 weeks. Argentina does not offer a general e-visa to Indian citizens; the AVE electronic authorisation is itself limited to travellers who already hold a US visa.
Who needs a Argentina visa?
Indian passport holders need a free consular tourist visa (consulate, mumbai) / visa-free with a valid us visa or green card for Argentina, submitted through the embassy or VFS with biometrics. A complete, well-presented file is decisive — Explera prepares your cover letter, itinerary, financials and forms to embassy standards.
What documents are required for a Argentina visa?
Passport
Valid well beyond your stay, with blank pages.
Application form
Consulate General of Argentina (Mumbai) tourist visa form — Explera assists.
Photograph
Recent passport-style photo.
Confirmed flights & hotel
Round-trip ticket and full accommodation itinerary.
Bank statement & ITR
Last 6 months’ statements and 2–3 years’ income-tax returns.
Cover letter & itinerary
Purpose of visit and day-wise plan (prepared by Explera).
Additional documents (case-by-case)
US visa / Green Card holders
Carry your valid US visa or Green Card and passport — no Argentine visa or AVE is required for tourism entry under the current rule.
How do I apply for a Argentina visa from Surat?
- 1
US-visa check
Explera checks whether your existing US visa or Green Card already qualifies you to enter Argentina visa-free.
- 2
Consular application (if needed)
We prepare the full document set and file with the Consulate General of Argentina in Mumbai — the visa itself is free of charge.
- 3
Processing
Standard consular processing is 4–8 weeks — we recommend applying well ahead of travel.
- 4
Fly
Carry your visa (or US visa/Green Card, if exempt) along with standard entry documents.
How long does a Argentina visa take?
Standard processing for a Argentina visa is 4–8 weeks (consular) · immediate (US-visa exemption) from the date of biometric submission.
Peak season (summer holidays, Diwali and Christmas) and busy embassies can extend timelines, so we recommend applying at least 3–4 weeks before travel.
Explera applies with time to spare and keeps you updated at every stage — you can always reach the visa desk on +91 70963 32299.
Why Argentina visas get refused — and how we prevent it
Most refusals come down to avoidable mistakes. Explera pre-screens every application against each of these before we file:
Incomplete, inconsistent or poorly-scanned documents
Insufficient or unexplained bank balance and unclear funding
Passport valid for less than 6 months or without blank pages
Weak travel history or an unconvincing purpose of visit for first-time applicants
Unconfirmed or unrealistic itinerary, tickets or hotel bookings
Tips for a smooth Argentina visa
- ✓Keep your passport valid at least 6 months beyond your Argentina travel dates, with 2+ blank pages.
- ✓Maintain a healthy, steady bank balance for 3–6 months before you apply — sudden large deposits raise questions.
- ✓Apply early: start your Argentina visa at least 3–4 weeks before departure to absorb any delay.
- ✓Bundle your visa with flights, hotels and insurance through Explera — a complete, consistent file approves faster.
What travellers say — Argentina visa through Explera
Recent Argentina visa applicants from Surat & Gujarat. Explera is rated 4.8/5 across 2,130+ verified reviews — read more.
★★★★★
“The team explained the Argentina rules for Indian passports better than anything I found online, fixed a mistake in my form before filing, and the approval came without any query. Highly recommended visa agent in Surat.”
Mehul Kakadia
Navsari · Family holiday
★★★★☆
“Booked our honeymoon and Argentina visa together with Explera — flights, hotels and visa on one bill. One follow-up call from their side and everything was done. This is how it should work.”
Nidhi Shah
Bharuch · Honeymoon
★★★★★
“Fees were told upfront with no hidden charges, documents picked up from home, and my Argentina free consular tourist visa (consulate, mumbai) / visa-free with a valid us visa or green card was approved comfortably before my travel date. Five stars for the visa desk.”
Parth Savani
Surat · Business trip
Your local Argentina visa agent — Surat & all of Gujarat
Explera Vacations runs a dedicated visa desk in Surat — at the Surat Diamond Bourse (Khajod) and on L. H. Road (Varachha) — handling Argentina free consular tourist visa (consulate, mumbai) / visa-free with a valid us visa or green cards for travellers across Surat, Ahmedabad, Vadodara, Rajkot, Vapi and the rest of Gujarat. Most applications run entirely on WhatsApp: share your documents, we verify and file, and you track the application to decision on one thread. Document pickup is available across Surat, and where the mission requires biometrics we book the VFS appointment most convenient to you.
Argentina visa FAQ
Argentina visa — your questions
Do I need a visa for Argentina if I already have a US visa?
Is the Argentina tourist visa really free?
How long does the Argentina visa take without a US visa?
Who is the best Argentina visa agent in Surat?
Can I apply for a Argentina visa from Ahmedabad, Vadodara or anywhere in Gujarat?
What is the Argentina visa fee for Indian citizens?
Do I need to visit an office for my Argentina visa?
Information last reviewed: September 2026. Visa rules, fees and processing times change frequently and are set by the destination authorities. The information above is indicative for Indian passport holders — Explera confirms the current requirements for your profile before you apply.
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