Basic Travel Requirements for Zimbabweans visiting
Argentina
Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to
apply for a Argentinean Visa.
- Complete visa application form.
- Original passport with at least 6 months validity as at departure date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamps.
- A passport-sized photograph that is not older than 6 months and meets the visa photo specifications.
- A cover letter stating the purpose and duration of the trip.
- Copy of travel itinerary showing details of your trip to and from Argentina.
- Flight bookings for Argentina and return ticket to Zimbabwe.
- Documents showing that you can cater for yourself for the entire duration of stay.
- Proof of accommodation in Argentina.
- An invitation letter from your host in the country.
- Documentation proving status in Zimbabwe 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 is needed.
- Valid medical insurance.
- All visa applications must be submitted at least 30 days prior to the planned departure date.
Argentina Visa for Zimbabweans
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 | 10 days | 3 months |
| Business visa | 10 days | 30-90 days |
General Requirements for Argentina Visa
- Complete visa application form.
- Original passport with at least 6 months validity as at departure date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamps.
- A passport-sized photograph that is not older than 6 months and meets the visa photo specifications.
- A cover letter stating the purpose and duration of the trip.
- Copy of travel itinerary showing details of your trip to and from Argentina.
- Flight bookings for Argentina and return ticket to Zimbabwe.
- Documents showing that you can cater for yourself for the entire duration of stay.
- Proof of accommodation in Argentina.
- An invitation letter from your host in the country.
- Documentation proving status in Zimbabwe 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 is needed.
- Valid medical insurance.
- All visa applications must be submitted at least 30 days prior to the planned departure date.
Argentina Tourist Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- This visa is issued to Zimbabweans who intend to travel to Argentina for recreation, leisure or vacation purposes.
- Foreigners visiting friends and family in Argentina are also eligible for this visa.
- The Argentine tourist visa is usually short term.
- The tourist visa is usually valid from between 30-90 days and its processing is between 10 days.
- Applicants who are traveling to Argentina to visit friends and family are required to submit an invitation letter stating the home address, telephone number and a valid means of identification of the host.
- All invitation letters are to be written in Spanish.
- An international passport with a validity of not less than six months should be submitted.
- Applicants are required to submit 2 copies of a 4*4 cm dimension passport photograph.
- Applicants are advised to apply at least 45 days before their proposed journey.
- Applicants are advised to refrain from making irrevocable travel plans until the visa has been issued.
- The interview process is done physically so applicants should prepare ahead.
- Applicants should provide proof of accommodation or hotel reservations for the period of time they intend to spend in Argentina.
- A proof of immigration status and round trip reservation is required.
- Applicants of this visa are not permitted to carry out any form of business activity while in Argentina.
- Proof of financial sufficiency either through a bank statement or any other acceptable means is to be submitted by the applicant.
- Employed applicants require a letter from their employer in Zimbabwe confirming the details and duration of their employment as well as remuneration details.
- Applicants who are self-employed should present a copy of their certificate of business registration and last tax return.
- Non-Zimbabwe citizens must provide a copy of their stay permit in Zimbabwe.
- For children, the original copy of their birth certificate is required, as well as, a consent letter signed by both the parents written in or translated to English or Spanish.
- Holders of this visa cannot study in any of the country’s institutions of learning.
- Applicants are to submit a document that indicates that the applicant has the incentive of returning to his/her country.
- Applicants should submit proof of payment of the visa application fee.
- Applicants are expected to abide by all the rules guiding this visa.
Argentina Business Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- This visa is for Zimbabweans who intend to visit Argentina for business activities.
- You can attend business conferences, trade fairs, and meetings while in the country.
- Duly completed visa application form is also needed.
- Two recent 4 x 4cm photographs printed in color and taken on a white background is also required.
- An invitation letter from the inviting company in Argentina is required. The 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 Zimbabwe is to be submitted. This could be a letter from your employer stating the purpose and duration of your trip.
- Documents showing previous business dealings with an inviting company are also important.
- Proof of accommodation is needed for this visa type.
Argentina Visa Fees
Tourist visa
50.00 (USD)
Business visa
50.00 (USD)
Argentina Visa Application Centres & Embassies in
Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe
There is no Argentina embassy in Zimbabwe. However, there is a representation of Argentina in Pretoria, South Africa that processes visas for Zimbabweans.