Uruguay to Argentina: Visa Requirements 2026

Entry Requirement — 2026
🇺🇾 Uruguay 🇦🇷 Argentina
Visa Free

Up to 90 days without a visa.

Uruguay citizens can enter Argentina without a visa for up to 90 days. No embassy appointment or pre-application is required for short stays. Cost of living in Argentina is about 15% lower than in Uruguay (index 35 vs 50, NYC=100) — making it an attractive destination for longer stays.

Uruguay Passport Strength

96 Visa-free
32 Visa on arrival
44 e-Visa
27 Visa required

Entry Details — Argentina

Entry type
Visa Free
Citizens can enter without a visa for tourism or short stays.
Maximum stay
90 days
Per entry. Extension may be possible in-country.
Cost of living — Argentina
35.4
Index vs NYC=100 · Full data →
Income tax — Argentina
35%
Top marginal rate · All tax rates →
Digital nomad visa
Not available
No dedicated digital nomad visa programme.
Monthly budget (comfortable)
~$885/month
Estimated for a single expat · Budget tool →

Other South America Destinations — Uruguay Passport

Cost of Living & Tax Overview

Argentina is approximately 15% cheaper than Uruguay (index 35 vs 50, NYC=100). This makes it attractive for expats and digital nomads seeking value.
Argentina cost of living guide →
Tax rates in Argentina — income, corporate & VAT →

Frequently Asked Questions

Do Uruguay citizens need a visa to visit Argentina?+

Uruguay passport holders currently have Visa Free access to Argentina. Citizens can enter without a visa for tourism or short stays.

How long can Uruguay passport holders stay in Argentina?+

The authorised stay for Uruguay citizens in Argentina is 90 days per entry under current rules. Extensions may be available — check with local immigration authorities on arrival.

Is there a digital nomad visa for Argentina?+

Pas de nomad visa. Résidence temporaire via services professionnels. Residencia Temporaria (Actividades Lucrativas) — Frais : $200. Durée : 1 an renouvelable. Preuve de contrats ou revenus. Apostille documents requis. Rentista Visa — Frais : $200. Durée : 1 an renouvelable. Revenu passif étranger minimum $800/mois. Blue dollar — Taux parallèle 3–4× le taux officiel. Buenos Aires = ~3× moins cher que Paris au taux réel marché.

What is the cost of living in Argentina?+

The cost of living index for Argentina is 35.4 (NYC=100). See the entry details section for an estimated monthly expat budget. For detailed price breakdowns visit the full cost of living guide for Argentina.

What documents are required for Uruguay citizens to enter Argentina?+

A valid Uruguay passport is the minimum requirement. Since entry is visa free, no additional visa is needed for short stays.

Data source: Passport Index 2026 (github.com/imorte/passport-index-data, MIT). Visa requirements change without notice — always verify with the official embassy before travel. Last updated April 2026. Not legal or immigration advice.