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Whether you're enhancing your Spanish skills, experiencing a semester abroad, interning with a local organization, volunteering with selected NGOs, pursuing a degree, or joining a short-term program, you likely have questions! This comprehensive section provides answers to frequently asked queries about Mente Argentina programs, passport and visa requirements, financial aid, health and safety measures, and more key details to ensure your stay is well-prepared and enjoyable.

Rooted in the heart of Buenos Aires, Mente Argentina is an organization committed to offering international participants remarkable educational opportunities and high-quality personal support through dynamic and personalized immersion programs. We relentlessly innovate our programs to let our participants explore and appreciate Argentina in a distinctive way. Our primary goal is to facilitate academic success, foster global awareness, and stimulate personal growth, ensuring each participant's Argentine experience is as unique as they are.

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PASSPORT & VISAS

PASSPORT: DO I NEED A PASSPORT TO STUDY IN ARGENTINA?

You will be required, by the Argentine Immigrations Authority, to have a valid passport for the entire duration of your studies in Argentina. Your country of birth will determine which of two ways you should proceed in preparing to enter Argentina. If you don’t have a passport, apply for one immediately. Normal processing takes six weeks and may take longer during peak travel times.

TRAVEL VISA INFORMATION: DO I NEED A VISA TO STUDY IN ARGENTINA?

If your passport has been issued by any of the countries listed below, you are eligible for a hassle-free entry into Argentina. Upon arrival, you will be granted a tourist visa valid for 90 days.

For programs extending beyond this duration, up to 6 months, Mente Argentina’s Student Reception Officeis at your service to assist you in extending your visa for an additional 90 days right here in Buenos Aires.

However, should your academic journey surpass the 6-month mark, we encourage you to each out to us prior to your arrival. This ensures we can provide the necessary support and guidance to secure your visa for your entire program duration, making your transition to Buenos Aires seamless and worry-free!

  • Andorra
  • Armenia
  • Australia
  • Austria
  • Barbados
  • Belarus
  • Belgium
  • Bermuda
  • Bolivia
  • Boznia and Herzegovina
  • Brazil
  • Bulgaria
  • Canada
  • Chile
  • Colombia
  • Costa Rica
  • Croatia
  • Curacao
  • Cyprus
  • Czech Republic
  • Denmark
  • Dominica
  • Ecuador
  • El Salvador
  • Estonia
  • Fiji
  • Finland
  • France
  • Georgia
  • Germany
  • Granada
  • Greece
  • Guadeloupe
  • Guam
  • Guatemala
  • Guyana
  • Honduras
  • Hong Kong (*)
  • Hungary
  • Iceland
  • Ireland
  • Israel
  • Italy
  • Jamaica
  • Japan
  • Kazakhstan
  • Republic of Korea
  • Latvia
  • Liechtenstein
  • Lithuania
  • Luxembourg
  • Macao
  • Macedonia
  • Malaysia
  • Malta
  • Martinique
  • Mayotte
  • Mexico
  • Monaco
  • Mongolia
  • Montenegro
  • Netherlands
  • New Zealand
  • Nicaragua
  • Norway
  • Panama
  • Paraguay
  • Peru
  • Poland
  • Portugal
  • Puerto Rico
  • Qatar
  • Réunion
  • Romania
  • Russia
  • Saint Kitts and Nevis
  • Saint Lucia
  • Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
  • San Marino
  • Serbia
  • Singapore
  • Slovakia
  • Slovenia
  • South Africa
  • Spain
  • Suriname
  • Sweden
  • Switzerland
  • Thailand
  • Trinidad and Tobago
  • Turkey
  • Ukraine
  • United Arab Emirates
  • United Kingdom
  • United States of America
  • Uruguay
  • Vatican City State
  • Venezuela
  • Virgin Islands
  • Western Sahara

If your passport is not associated with any of the above countries, acquiring a visa prior to your arrival in Buenos Aires is a mandatory step.

Mente Argentina is prepared to assist you by providing all necessary supporting documents required for a student visa, applicable to programs with a duration of 3 months or longer. However, it is crucial that you initiate contact with the nearest Argentine Embassy or Consulate at your earliest convenience, and at least thirty (30) days prior to your intended departure date. This ensures that you receive comprehensive information on the specific documents needed for your visa application, tailored to the requirements of the Argentine Embassy or Consulate nearest to your residence.

For stays shorter than 3 months, we recommend inquiring directly with the nearest Argentine Embassy or Consulate about the possibility of obtaining a tourist visa instead. Regardless of the duration of your stay, Mente Argentina is here to assist you in every step of the visa application process. Please do not hesitate to reach out to us for more information and guidance.


We diligently update our visa information to ensure its accuracy, however, visa policies can change. If you have any concerns or believe there might be discrepancies, please feel free to double-check directly with the Argentine Government's Migration Department.

RECIPROCITY FEE: WHO HAS TO PAY A RECIPROCITY FEE TO ENTER ARGENTINA?

US, Australian and Canadian Citizens are now exempt from paying the reciprocity fee by Presidencial Decree No. 959/2016. :)

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