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¿Quiénes deben pagar la tasa de reciprocidad (impuesto a turistas extranjeros)? |
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Argentina cobra una “tasa de reciprocidad” para tres países que exigen el pago de la visa a los argentinos. Estos son Estados Unidos, Australia y Canadá. Más información en la página de Migraciones de Argentina |
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Is it necessary to get a visa to enter to Argentina? |
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Argentina is a country with a great quantity of diplomatic agreements; thus, a high number of foreign people do not need a visa to come in. In order to know each situation, you may visit the site: www.cancilleria.gov.ar section "Temas consulares". |
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Is it necessary to be vaccinated before coming? |
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There is no obligation nor any need to be vaccinated before coming to Buenos Aires, since this is a safe city from the sanitary perspective. The public running water network is potable. Public hospitals, available for all tourists, are opened for any emergency 24 hours a day and all services are free. Medical professionals are internationally recognized for their excellent level of knowledge. |
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How can you get a traveler medical aid? |
You can get it at any travel agency, since all agencies have information about it and the possibility to sell it. Another option is to personally attend any medical aid provider, to know: Asist Card, Universal, Travel Hay. There is a sale stand at the International Airport of Ezeiza for all those who may have forgotten to get it before traveling.
Jorge Newbery Airport: Rafael obligado S/N.
Argentina 2000 Airports:
Tel: (54 11) 5480 6111
www.aa2000.com.ar> |
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Can a foreigner drive a vehicle in Buenos Aires should he/she has a driving license granted at his/her country of origin? |
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Yes. The requirements are: to be 21 years or older, to bear a driving license issued in his/her country of origin, an international license (in cases of countries other than bordering ones) and a credit card to be used as a warranty. |
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What is the climate about in Buenos Aires? |
Buenos Aires people enjoy a good weather all over the year. Average annual temperatures are of about 18º (centigrade). A few days can be extremely hot or cold during the year. This climate let you stroll throughout the city in every season. In winter, the coldest month is July. In summer, heat comes together with some humidity. Rainy days are frequent in autumn and spring time.
Seasons:
Summer (December 21 to March 20)
Autumn (March 21 to June 20)
Winter (June 21 to September 20)
Spring (September 21 to December 20) |
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What type of electric current is used in Argentina? |
The electric current in Argentina is 220 volts, 50 cycles of alternate current. Sockets have two cylindrical holes or 2 plane holes with an earth connection.
It may result it convenient to travel with an adaptor for these types of sockets. |
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How should you organize your stay? What are the available shows once in Buenos Aires? |
Activities like tango, music, theatre, kids, dance, cinema and other cultural activities organized throughout the city are previously published in the Agenda Bue of the city portal.
The agenda is published in Spanish, English and Portuguese. |
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Is Buenos Aires an unsafe city? Should you take some precautions before arriving? |
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Buenos Aires is a safe city; however, as in any big metropolis, you should take some precautions. For example, do not leave handbags hanging on the chair back in pubic places or do not walk at night along dark streets. |
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Which are the prefixes to be used when calling to Buenos Aires? |
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The country code of Argentina is 54, and the area code for Buenos Aires is 11. So, if you want to call at 4555 5555 from abroad, you should dial: (54 11) 4555 5555. |
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