China passport → Argentina
Do Chinese citizens need a visa for Argentina?
Chinese passport holders need a visa for Argentina, arranged before you travel. Depending on the country, that means an online application, a sponsor or agent, or an appointment at a visa centre. If you hold a US visa, Schengen visa or similar, it can be easier: see below.
Apply on the official site: argentina.gob.ar
What this means for your trip
- Start early. Some countries take the whole application online; others need a visa-centre appointment for fingerprints, and waits can be long in peak season.
- Typical documents: application form, photos, bank statements, tax returns, an employment letter, bookings and travel insurance.
- If you already hold certain other visas, a simpler route may apply. Check the section below.
Easier if you already hold another visa
Chinese passport holders who hold one of these documents can get eTA instead:
- US visa
- Schengen visa
Electronic Travel Authorization (AVE) will only be issued to those who already possess a U.S.
Get trip-ready for Argentina
Partner links: we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.
Argentina at a glance
- Capital
- Buenos Aires
- Currency
- Argentine peso (ARS)
- Languages
- Guaraní, Spanish
- Calling code
- +54
- Region
- South America
Argentina for other passports
IndiaVisa required
United StatesVisa-free90 days
United KingdomVisa-free90 days
United Arab EmiratesVisa-free90 days- ChinaVisa required
SingaporeVisa-free90 days
PakistanVisa required
BangladeshVisa required
Sri LankaVisa required
NepalVisa required
NigeriaVisa required
PhilippinesVisa required
Nearby in South America for Chinese passport holders
Common questions
Do Chinese citizens need a visa for Argentina?
Chinese passport holders need a visa for Argentina, arranged before you travel. Depending on the country, that means an online application, a sponsor or agent, or an appointment at a visa centre.
How long can Chinese citizens stay in Argentina?
The allowed stay depends on the visa you are granted. Check the decision letter or entry stamp.
Can Chinese citizens get a visa on arrival in Argentina?
Not under the standard rules.
Is Argentina easier for Chinese citizens with a US, UK or Schengen visa?
Yes. With a qualifying US visa, Schengen visa, Chinese citizens get eta. Electronic Travel Authorization (AVE) will only be issued to those who already possess a U.S.
How many countries can Chinese citizens visit without a visa?
84 destinations allow entry without a visa arranged in advance (visa-free, visa on arrival or eTA). The China passport ranks #51 of 94 (passports with equal scores share a rank).
Source: Wikipedia contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0). Updated weekly. Rules can change, so give the official site a quick look before you fly.