Yes — you can get travel insurance locally in Argentina, but it’s much better to arrange your policy before you travel, and you’ll want to check a few details carefully. Here’s a breakdown of the key points, plus what to watch out for.
✅ What you should do #
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Purchase a travel insurance policy that covers medical emergencies, hospital stays, evacuation, repatriation, baggage loss, etc. Many international providers cover Argentina.
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Make sure the policy is valid from the moment you arrive (or ideally starts before you fly) and stays valid for the whole duration of your stay.
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Keep a printout or digital copy of the insurance certificate with you (name of insurer, policy number, coverage details, emergency contact number).
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Check whether any new entry regulations apply: as of mid-2025 there are indications that Argentina may require proof of insurance for entries.
⚠️ What to watch out for & local issues #
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Cost & claims: If you arrive without suitable insurance and need to use private health services, you may be asked to pay upfront or present guarantee of payment.
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Purchasing on arrival: While some local insurers may offer policies in Argentina, buying insurance after arrival can be riskier: the insurer may impose waiting periods, exclude pre-existing conditions, or coverage might not start immediately.
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Mandatory insurance question: There is conflicting information about whether travel insurance is strictly required at immigration. Some sources say from July 1 2025 it is mandatory for all foreign visitors. Trips SouthAmerica+2Squaremouth Travel Insurance+2 However, others say enforcement is uneven. Reddit So don’t rely on “they didn’t ask me” as a guarantee.
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Coverage limits: Make sure your policy covers Argentina specifically (not just “worldwide excluding country X”) and for a sufficient sum for medical evacuation if needed. Squaremouth Travel Insurance+1
📝 Our Recommendation for You #
Since you’re headed to Buenos Aires and want to travel confidently:
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Before you leave your home country, get a travel insurance policy that explicitly lists coverage for Argentina (or worldwide) and includes medical evacuation.
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Choose a plan with at least moderate coverage for medical emergencies, and check that the policy doesn’t exclude “already travelling” or “already in country” conditions.
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If you already are in Argentina (or just arriving) and haven’t got insurance, you can look into buying a local “visitor travel insurance” policy online or via a local broker, but don’t wait until you actually need care — get it sorted early.
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Carry the insurance info in your wallet/app and ensure someone at home knows your insurer and policy number in case of emergencies.
