Basic Travel Requirements for Swazis visiting
Argentina
Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to
apply for a Argentinean Visa.
- Completely filled and signed visa application form.
- Original passport with at least 6 months validity at the time of entering Argentina. It must have 2 blank pages for visa stamps.
- Two recent 4 x 4cm passport-size photographs that meet the visa photo specifications.
- Proof of financial sustenance.
- Round trip reservation.
- A cover letter stating the purpose and duration of the trip.
- Copy of travel itinerary showing details of your trip to and from Argentina.
- Proof of accommodation in Argentina.
- An invitation letter from a host in the country if applicable.
- Documentation showing home ties and proving status in Swaziland either as an employee, student or business owner is important. This is to show the intent of leaving Argentina at the expiration of the visa.
- For minors, the original birth certificate and a letter of authorization from both parents are needed.
- All visa applications must be submitted at least 30 days prior to the planned departure date.
- The visa applications go through the Argentine embassy in Pretoria, South Africa.
Argentina Visa for Swazis
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 | 15-20 days | 90 days |
| Business visa | Within 30 days | 60 days |
| Work visa | Within 30 days | 1 year |
| Student visa | Within 30 days | 1 year |
General Requirements for Argentina Visa
- Completely filled and signed visa application form.
- Original passport with at least 6 months validity at the time of entering Argentina. It must have 2 blank pages for visa stamps.
- Two recent 4 x 4cm passport-size photographs that meet the visa photo specifications.
- Proof of financial sustenance.
- Round trip reservation.
- A cover letter stating the purpose and duration of the trip.
- Copy of travel itinerary showing details of your trip to and from Argentina.
- Proof of accommodation in Argentina.
- An invitation letter from a host in the country if applicable.
- Documentation showing home ties and proving status in Swaziland either as an employee, student or business owner is important. This is to show the intent of leaving Argentina at the expiration of the visa.
- For minors, the original birth certificate and a letter of authorization from both parents are needed.
- All visa applications must be submitted at least 30 days prior to the planned departure date.
- The visa applications go through the Argentine embassy in Pretoria, South Africa.
Argentina Tourist Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- The tourist visa is for travelers intending to visit Argentina for pleasure and recreational activities.
- With the tourist visa, you can visit family members, friends or relatives living in the country.
- Proof of sufficient funds for the duration of your intended stay in Argentina which could be in the form of recent payslips, credit card or bank statement is to be provided.
- Proof of accommodation in the form of a hotel reservation or a letter of invitation from your host in Argentina is required. This invitation letter should state the purpose and duration of your trip as well as any guarantee of financial responsibility.
- A valid means of identification of your host is needed if staying with a host in Argentina.
- If you are employed in Swaziland, you should provide a letter of no objection from your employer.
- If you are a student, you should provide proof of your enrollment as well as a No-objection letter from your university.
- You cannot take up paid employment with this visa type.
- The Argentine tourist visa allows for a stay of 90 days and it is usually processed in 15 to 20 days.
- This visa costs $150.
Argentina Business Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- This visa is for Swazis who intend to visit Argentina for business activities.
- You can attend business conferences, trade fairs, and meetings while in the country.
- An invitation letter from the inviting company in Argentina is required.
- The host company must be registered with the National Registry of Petitioners on behalf of Foreign Applicants (RENURE) of the National Directorate of Migration.
- Proof of commercial activity in Eswatini is important for this visa application. This could be a letter from your employer stating your role in the company, the purpose, and the duration of your trip.
- Documents showing previous business dealings with the inviting company is also important.
- Proof of accommodation in Argentina is needed for this visa type.
- This visa allows a stay of 60 days and costs $200.
Argentina Work Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- The work visa is for Swazis who intend to work or render services in Argentina.
- You must have been employed by an Argentine company before applying for this visa.
- An apostilled or legalized certificate of good conduct that covers a period of one year, issued by a Swaziland police station where you have lived for more than three years is required.
- Commitment to tell the truth or sworn affidavit of your lack of a criminal record in other countries, signed before the consul is important.
- You are required to provide an employment contract signed by the employer.
- The contracting company must be registered with the National Registry of Petitioners on behalf of Foreign Applicants (RENURE).
- The signature of the company’s representative must be certified by an Argentine Notary Public and the relevant Association of Notaries Public.
- The visa applicant must sign the contract before the Consul.
- You will be required to pay a migration fee while applying for a resident permit.
- This visa costs $250 and is valid for up to a year. The visa validity can be extended based on the discretion of the Argentine Consulate.
- You are to obey all the rules of this visa while in Argentina.
Argentina Student Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- This visa is for foreigners who intend to travel to study in Argentina.
- The short-stay visa allows a stay of up to a year and costs $150.
- You must have gained admission to study in an Argentine learning institution.
- You must also apply for a residence permit which will allow you to live in Argentina for the duration of your studies in the country.
- Proof of financial sustenance in Argentina for the duration of your studies is needed. This proof could be in the form of your recent bank statement or that of a sponsor accompanied by a letter of financial guarantee.
- If you are the recipient of a scholarship, student aid or similar grant, you are required to provide documents supporting this, showing your name, the monthly amount you are entitled to and the period during which you will receive the fund.
- If you are not going to study on a scholarship, you need to pay a portion of the fee before submitting your application for the permit and provide proof of payment.
- The school you are admitted into must be duly registered with the National Registry of Petitioners on behalf of Foreign Applicants of Argentina (RENURE) and have an inscription number.
- For minors, a letter of authorization signed by both parents is needed. This letter should contain the name of the tutor responsible for the minor in Argentina.
- For applicants of 16 years and older, a legalized certificate of good conduct issued by Swaziland police covering the past 3 years is required. They are also required to submit a sworn affidavit affirming a lack of criminal record in other countries.
- You can take up paid employment as long as it does not interfere with your studies.
- Visa applications should be submitted at least 30 days prior to the intended departure date.
Argentina Visa Fees
Tourist visa
150.00 (USD)
Business visa
200.00 (USD)
Work visa
250.00 (USD)
Student visa
Short stay visa
Long stay visa
150.00 (USD)
250.00 (USD)