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Verified June 2026

Do Argentinians need ETIAS?

Yes

Yes. Argentine citizens are visa-exempt for short stays, so once ETIAS launches Argentinians will need an ETIAS authorisation to travel to Europe.

Needs ETIAS?
Yes
Cost
€20
Validity
3 yrs
From
Q4 2026

Argentina's strong passport gives its citizens visa-free short stays across the Schengen area, and that access is why ETIAS will apply. ETIAS is an online travel authorisation - fast to obtain and electronically linked to your passport.

Many Argentine travellers also hold a second EU nationality through ancestry. If you enter Europe on an EU passport you are an EU citizen and do not need ETIAS at all - ETIAS only concerns travellers using their Argentine (non-EU) passport.

Dual nationality and passports

Argentina has a large population of Italian and Spanish descent, so dual citizenship is common. Travel on your EU passport and ETIAS does not apply; travel on your Argentine passport and it does. If you use your Argentine passport, it must be valid for at least three months beyond your departure and issued within the previous 10 years.

How Argentinians will apply

When ETIAS launches, Argentinians will apply online on the official EU portal, pay €20 (free under 18 or over 70), and receive an authorisation linked to their passport for up to 3 years. It is not a visa - see what ETIAS is and how it differs from a visa.

ETIAS gets Argentinians to the border; it does not extend the stay. Check how many days are left with the free 90/180 calculator.

Frequently asked questions

Do Argentinians need ETIAS?

Yes. Argentine citizens are visa-exempt for short stays, so once ETIAS launches Argentinians will need an ETIAS authorisation to travel to Europe.

How much will ETIAS cost Argentinians?

€20 per application, free for travellers under 18 or over 70. One authorisation lasts up to 3 years. See ETIAS cost.

When will Argentinians need ETIAS from?

From the launch of ETIAS, expected in the last quarter of 2026. No exact date is set yet - track it on the ETIAS start date page.

Does ETIAS change the 90-day limit for Argentinians?

No. ETIAS lets you travel, but the 90/180-day rule still caps short stays at 90 days in any 180. Plan it with the 90/180 calculator.

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