Importation Regulations:
- Non-Canned Foodstuffs: Importation of non-canned foodstuffs is generally prohibited unless special permission has been obtained. This rule is excepted for residents returning to Argentina after being away for more than a year.
- Historical, Artistic, or Archaeological Objects: Special permission is required for the importation of items with historical, artistic, or archaeological significance.
- Duty-Free Allowances: Limited quantities of certain items can be imported duty-free, including 200 cigarettes (or 25 cigars), 2 liters of alcoholic beverages, up to 5 kg of canned food, and souvenirs or gifts valued at USD 300 or less.
- Exceeding Duty-Free Limits: If quantities of duty-free items exceed the specified limits, a duty fee of 50% of their value will be charged.
- Personal Items: Personal items necessary for individual use can be brought into the country without duty fees.
- Prohibited Exports: Exportation of items with historical, artistic, or archaeological significance, weapons, and certain goods requires special permission.
- Allowed Exports: Items like wool and leather goods, jewelry, and souvenirs for personal use can be exported. Proper receipts are needed for exportation, including an export stamp receipt for fur products.
- Currency: There are no restrictions on the import and export of national and foreign currencies in Argentina.
Free Import Allowances:
- Travellers from Neighboring Countries: Travelers from Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Paraguay, or Uruguay, as well as residents returning to Argentina after more than a year away, have specific duty-free allowances, including limited quantities of alcoholic beverages, cigarettes, cigars, and food products.
- Other Travelers: Travelers entering Argentina from countries other than the ones mentioned above have slightly higher duty-free allowances for alcoholic beverages, cigarettes, cigars, and food products.
Prohibited Items:
- A range of items is prohibited for importation or exportation, including illegal drugs, weapons, explosives, knives, meat and meat products, dairy products, fresh fruit and vegetables, trees and plants, new computers and TVs, soil, counterfeit money and goods, and pornographic material.
Restricted Items:
- Firearms and Ammunition: Importing firearms and ammunition requires authorization from the National Firearms Bureau, along with a fee per firearm.
- Pets: Dogs and cats require official veterinary health and vaccination certificates for entry. Pets under three months old do not need a rabies vaccination certificate.
- Mobile Phones: Importing mobile phones requires permission from the customs department before entry.
These regulations aim to ensure the controlled movement of goods and maintain the security and safety of the country. Travelers should be aware of these rules to avoid any issues when entering or leaving Argentina.
