Basic Travel Requirements for Ghanaians visiting
Argentina
Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to
apply for a Argentinean Visa.
- A valid passport which has a validity of at least 6 months from your intended period of stay.
- Duly completed visa application form.
- Passport photographs captured in white background.
- Proof that you have sufficient funds to take care of yourself while you are in Argentina.
- Valid travel insurance which covers sufficient medical insurance for the duration of the stay.
- Proof of accommodation for your stay in Argentina.
- Copy of return flight ticket.
- Copy of travel itinerary.
Argentina Visa for Ghanaians
Facts about Argentina
Argentina, a vast South American country, is home to landscapes ranging from the wild and remote Patagonia in the south to the lively, legendary city of Buenos Aires to the north. With such varied landscapes and a plethora of cultural influences, Argentina assures a rich experience for any foreigner visiting.
Buenos Aires, a thoroughly cosmopolitan and the capital city, offers everything the traveler could want.
The rich history of the indigenous peoples and numerous immigrant groups add to the intense flavor that defines Argentina. The country is a complete sensory experience; not only an ideal country to learn the Spanish language, but also the best site to learn about a truly unique yet diverse culture in some of the most varied landscapes on the planet.
Types of Argentina Visa
| Types of Visa | Processing Time | Duration of Stay |
|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | 5 days | 90 days |
| Business visa | 5 days | 90 days |
| Student visa | 5 days | Variable |
| Work visa | 5 days | Variable |
General Requirements for Argentina Visa
- A valid passport which has a validity of at least 6 months from your intended period of stay.
- Duly completed visa application form.
- Passport photographs captured in white background.
- Proof that you have sufficient funds to take care of yourself while you are in Argentina.
- Valid travel insurance which covers sufficient medical insurance for the duration of the stay.
- Proof of accommodation for your stay in Argentina.
- Copy of return flight ticket.
- Copy of travel itinerary.
Argentina Tourist Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- This type of visa is delivered to applicants who want to visit Argentina for tourism.
- Ghanaians visiting friends and family in Argentina are also eligible for this visa.
- Applicants of this visa who are in the country to visit friends and relatives are required to submit an official letter of invitation from their host in the country.
- The home address, telephone number, and the valid means of identification of the host should be included in the letter.
- You cannot take up a paid employment while on this visa.
- If you are employed, a letter from your employer in Ghana stating your job title and position at the company required.
- The letter may also include details of your earnings and salary.
- Applicants who are self-employed should present a copy of their certificate of business registration and latest tax return.
Argentina Business Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- This type of visa is issued to businessmen, representatives or employees of foreign companies who want to visit Argentina for business purposes.
- With this visa, applicants can attend business meetings and conferences and conclude contracts.
- A letter of invitation from your business partner in Argentina stating the purpose and duration of your visit to the country is required.
- You also need to submit a letter from your employer in Ghana confirming the duration and purpose of your trip.
- The full names, addresses, and telephone numbers of all businesses and persons you will contact in Argentina should be stated in the letter.
- If you own the business, a copy of your certificate of business registration and latest tax return is required.
- If your employer is to assume the financial responsibility of your trip, it should be stated in the letter from your employer.
- Proof of previous business dealings in the company should be provided, if any.
Argentina Student Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- The Argentinean student visa is issued to students who want to study in Argentina.
- An acceptance letter from the educational institution in Argentina is required during the application.
- The letter should be written on the institution’s letterhead and signed by the head of the institution.
- You may need to provide proof that part of the total tuition fee has been paid.
- Foreign students are allowed to work part-time for 20 hours when school is in session and full-time when school is on break.
- Applicants should present certificates and transcripts from the schools they previously attended.
- If you are under the age of 18 years, the original copy of your birth certificate should be submitted along with a letter of consent signed by both your parents.
- The visa processing time may vary according to the type of visa and nationality of the applicant.
Argentina Work Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- The Argentinean work visa is for foreign workers or employees of foreign companies assigned to work in Argentina.
- A letter verifying the applicant’s employment is required.
- Applicants are advised to be sure they have been offered a job in Argentina before initiating the application.
- A letter from your future employer should be submitted.
- The letter should be written on the company’s letterhead and should state the address of the company and your job description.
- Your employment contract which determines the terms of employment signed by both the employer and the employee is required.
- Your employer will need to provide proof that there was no Argentine willing and available to take up the job before you were offered the job.
- Applicants of this visa who do not have the right qualification which matches the job they have been offered may not be issued this visa.
- Proof from your employer that you will not be paid below the minimum wage paid to citizens of the country.
- If you are traveling with a minor, the original copy of the minor’s birth certificate is required. A notarized consent signed by both the minor’s parent should also be submitted.
Argentina Visa Fees
Tourist visa
40.00 (USD)
Business visa
40.00 (USD)
Student visa
40.00 (USD)
Work visa
40.00 (USD)
Argentina Visa Application Centres & Embassies in
Ghana
Abuja
30 Nelson Mandela Street, off Desmond Tutu, Asokoro, Abuja
Website: http://enige.cancilleria.gov.ar/
Email: enige@cancilleria.gob.ar
Tel: +234-8093-664-820, +234-8093-664-821