Key facts
Argentina is a country located in South America. There are 5 countries (Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Paraguay, Uruguay) that Argentina shares its borders with. As for languages, the country’s residents speak Spanish and Guarani. Although English is not the official language, a large number of people in Argentina are fluent English speakers.
In the EF English Competency Index (EF EPI), which assesses the language proficiency of non-native speaking countries, Argentina was ranked 30th out of 100 countries in 2021.
The national currency in Argentina is Argentine peso (ARS). The peso ($) is subdivided into 100 centavo.
Argentinean
Banknotes
$2$5$10$20$50$100
Argentinean
Coins
5¢10¢25¢50¢$1$2
Check with your bank before your trip to find out if there are any fees for using your card abroad. Some banks do not charge fees when you use a foreign ATM or pay in foreign currency, but others may charge a fixed cost for each transaction or allow a limited number of free withdrawals. The travel card provided by Wise.com, Revolut or Monose might be an excellent option to cut down on transaction fees.
Ookla® Speedtest The average fixed internet speed in Argentina is 147.79 Mbps and mobile is 67.7 Mbs.The global average is 192.62 Mbps and 126.54 Mbps respectively.
ATM Density When compared to the world average, Argentina has more ATMs.62.99 ATMs per 100,000 people.The global average is 39.49.
SIM Registration In order to purchase a SIM card in Argentina, a passport or ID is required as identification.
Socket types
There are 2 socket types used in Argentina. Type C is a popular socket type throughout Europe (except the United Kingdom), Russia, and certain Asian countries. Type I is not very common around the world, so it might be a good idea to check if your electronics need an adapter.
The sockets’ shapes and voltage differ from country to country and a travel plug adapter may be required. Portable devices, such as phones, notebooks or tablets, usually handle the entire range of voltages used across the world (110-240V).
Public holidays
In the year 2024, Argentina will celebrate 16 national public holidays. The next one Day of Respect for Cultural Diversity will take place on October 14.
| Date | Holiday name | |
|---|---|---|
| January 1, 2024Moving holiday | New Year’s DayAño Nuevo | |
| February 12, 2024Moving holiday | CarnivalCarnaval | |
| February 13, 2024Moving holiday | CarnivalCarnaval | |
| March 24, 2024Moving holiday | Day of Remembrance for Truth and JusticeDía Nacional de la Memoria por la Verdad y la Justicia | |
| March 29, 2024Moving holiday | Good FridayViernes Santo | |
| April 2, 2024Moving holiday | Day of the Veterans and Fallen of the Malvinas WarDía del Veterano y de los Caídos en la Guerra de Malvinas | |
| May 1, 2024Moving holiday | Labour DayDía del Trabajador | |
| May 25, 2024Moving holiday | May RevolutionDía de la Revolución de Mayo | |
| June 17, 2024Moving holiday | Anniversary of the Passing of General Martín Miguel de GüemesPaso a la Inmortalidad del General Martín Miguel de Güemes | |
| June 20, 2024Moving holiday | General Manuel Belgrano Memorial DayPaso a la Inmortalidad del General Manuel Belgrano | |
| July 9, 2024Moving holiday | Independence DayDía de la Independencia | |
| August 19, 2024Moving holiday | General José de San Martín Memorial DayPaso a la Inmortalidad del General José de San Martín | |
| October 14, 2024Moving holiday | Day of Respect for Cultural DiversityDía del Respeto a la Diversidad Cultural | |
| November 20, 2024Moving holiday | National Sovereignty DayDía de la Soberanía Nacional | |
| December 8, 2024Moving holiday | Immaculate Conception DayDía de la Inmaculada Concepción de María | |
| December 25, 2024Moving holiday | Christmas DayNavidad |
Sources
- EF English Proficiency Index (EF Education First)
- Speedtest Global Index® (Ookla®)
- Automated teller machines (ATMs) (per 100,000 adults) (The World Bank Group)
- Registration Policies Per Country (Prepaid Data SIM Card Wiki)
Tourism
What hotel chains are present in Argentina?
There are Mariott hotels in Buenos Aires.
The Hilton hotel chain operates in Argentina.
The IHG hotel chain operates in Argentina.
The Best Western hotel chain operates in Argentina.
There are no Radisson hotels in Argentina.
The Accor hotel chain operates in Argentina.
What fast food chains are present in Argentina?
The McDonald’s chain operates in Argentina.
The KFC chain operates in Argentina.
The Burger King chain operates in Argentina.
The Subway chain operates in Argentina.
The Domino’s Pizza chain does not operate in Argentina.
The Starbucks chain operates in Argentina.
Sources
- Country by National Dish (Samson Daniel)
Weather
What is the weather like in Buenos Aires?
Weather data for Buenos Aires (capital city) by Open-Meteo.com
Transport
Railways There are passenger trains operating between some cities.
Subway Systems The subway system is available in Buenos Aires.
Sources
- List of high-speed railway lines (Wikipedia)
- List of metro systems (Wikipedia)
- Left- and right-hand traffic (Wikipedia)
- The Global Enabling Trade Report 2016: Road connectivity (World Economic Forum)
Safety
Emergency phones in Argentina
Sources
- Argentina Travel Advisory (United States: Department of State)
- Travel Advice for Argentina (United Kingdom: The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office)
- Mortality caused by road traffic injury (The World Bank Group)
- Corruption & Economic Crime (United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime)
Smoking & Alcohol
Smoking ban Smoking is forbidden in all public indoor locations, with limited exceptions.
Cananbis legality Recreational usage is decriminalized, and medical use is legal.
Sources
- List of smoking bans (Wikipedia)
- Legality of cannabis (Wikipedia)