--- title: Argentina visa for citizens of Uzbekistan description: "Citizens of Uzbekistan need a visa for Argentina and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 90 days. Fee: $150. Processing: 10–15 days. Documents checklist and application steps." canonical: https://nowah.xyz/visa/argentina/uzbekistan lastModified: 2026-09-05 --- # Argentina visa for citizens of Uzbekistan Citizens of Uzbekistan need a visa for Argentina and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. *Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.* Application site: https://mrec.embargentina.uz/index.php/consular-services/visas/ ## Key facts - **Entry route:** Embassy / VFS · Standard Tourist Visa (up to 90 days) - **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center - **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days - **Visa validity:** 90 days - **Entries:** Multiple entry - **Processing time:** 10–15 days - **Government fee:** $150 - **Passport validity:** At least 6 months - **Biometrics:** Not required - **Appointment:** Required - **Interview:** Not required - **Onward or return ticket:** Required - **Proof of funds:** Bank statements for the last 3 months showing sufficient funds for the stay (approx. $500 per month or equivalent in UZS or USD). ## How to apply 1. **Prepare the Required Documents** — Collect all documents listed above, including the completed DV visa application form, photos, passport, financial proof, travel itinerary, accommodation proof, employment proof, and health insurance. 2. **Pay the Visa Fee** — Pay the $150 USD visa fee via bank transfer (specified embassy bank account) or in cash at the embassy; obtain and keep the payment receipt. 3. **Schedule an Appointment at the Embassy** — Contact the Embassy of Argentina in Tashkent by phone or email to book a time to submit documents; appointments are mandatory and walk-ins are not accepted. 4. **Submit Application in Person at the Embassy** — Appear in person at the embassy on the appointed date and time, submit the application form, all original documents and photocopies, and the fee receipt. 5. **Wait for Processing** — The embassy processes the visa in 10–15 working days; during this time the consulate may request an additional interview or ask for missing documents. 6. **Collect the Passport with the Visa** — Return to the embassy to pick up your passport with the visa sticker when notified; visas are issued as a sticker affixed to a passport page. ## Documents checklist - **Passport (original and photocopy of the data page and all used pages)** (Travel): Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended date of departure from Argentina and have at least 2 blank visa pages. - **Visa Application Form (visa DV, completed and signed)** (Supporting): Download from the embassy website; fill in capital letters in English or Spanish. - **Two recent passport-size photographs (4x4 cm, white background, 80% face)** (Supporting): One photograph must be glued to the application form, the second attached with a paperclip. - **Proof of legal stay in Uzbekistan (residence permit or visa, if not a citizen of Uzbekistan)** (Supporting, optional): Only for non-Uzbek citizens applying from Uzbekistan (e.g., foreign residents). - **Round-trip flight itinerary or confirmed tickets** (Travel): Showing entry and exit dates from Argentina. - **Hotel reservation or letter of invitation from a host in Argentina (certified by a notary public if private accommodation)** (Travel): Must cover the entire intended stay; for private accommodation, use the 'Carta de Invitación' form notarized in Argentina. - **Proof of sufficient funds for the stay** (Financial): Personal bank statements for the last 3 months; alternatively, credit card statements, traveler's checks, or a sponsorship letter with the sponsor's bank statements. - **Employment certificate (if employed) or student ID (if a student)** (Employment): Issued within the last 30 days, on company letterhead, stating position, salary, and approval of leave. - **Self-employed registration certificate or business license (if self-employed)** (Employment, optional): Alternative for self-employed applicants to show proof of economic activity. - **Pension certificate (if retired)** (Employment, optional): If retired, provide proof of pension income. - **Travel health insurance with minimum coverage of $30,000 USD for medical emergencies and repatriation** (Travel): Must be valid for the entire duration of stay in Argentina. - **Criminal record certificate from Uzbekistan (original)** (Supporting, optional): May be requested on a case-by-case basis; if required, the consulate will ask for it after initial review. - **Visa fee payment receipt** (Supporting): Fee must be paid by bank transfer or in cash at the embassy in Tashkent; keep the receipt to submit with documents. ## Proof of funds - **Minimum balance:** Approximately $500 USD per month of intended stay, or equivalent in UZS (e.g., for a 30-day stay ~$1,500, for 90 days ~$4,500). - Personal bank statements - Credit card statements - Travelers checks - Sponsorship letter with sponsor's bank statements Funds should be clearly available and not borrowed; if sponsored, the sponsor's letter must be notarized and the sponsor must prove sufficient means. ## Good to know - Visa application must be submitted no later than 3 months before intended travel (though there is no strict earliest date, applying too early may be rejected). - Incomplete or incorrect applications will be returned; consulate may require additional documents without advancing the process. - The visa is issued as a sticker in the passport; do not travel before collecting the passport with the visa. ## Common refusal reasons - **Insufficient or unclear proof of funds** — Provide clear, stamped bank statements for at least 3 months showing a stable financial situation; avoid sudden large deposits. - **Missing travel insurance or insufficient coverage** — Purchase travel health insurance that specifically covers medical emergencies and repatriation for Argentina with a minimum of $30,000 USD. - **Invalid or soon-expiring passport** — Ensure your passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your planned departure from Argentina. - **Unconfirmed or incomplete accommodation details** — Provide a confirmed hotel booking for the entire stay, or an officially notarized letter of invitation from a host in Argentina. - **Criminal record or inaccurate information on the application form** — Answer all questions truthfully; if a criminal background certificate is requested, submit it as early as possible. ## FAQs ### Do citizens of Uzbekistan need a visa for Argentina? Citizens of Uzbekistan need a visa for Argentina and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Standard Tourist Visa (up to 90 days). ### How long can citizens of Uzbekistan stay in Argentina? Up to 90 days. ### How much does the Argentina visa cost for citizens of Uzbekistan? Government fee: $150. ### How long does Argentina visa processing take? Typically 10–15 days. ### What documents do citizens of Uzbekistan need for Argentina? Passport (original and photocopy of the data page and all used pages); Visa Application Form (visa DV, completed and signed); Two recent passport-size photographs (4x4 cm, white background, 80% face); Round-trip flight itinerary or confirmed tickets; Hotel reservation or letter of invitation from a host in Argentina (certified by a notary public if private accommodation); Proof of sufficient funds for the stay; and 7 more. ### How long must my passport be valid for Argentina? At least 6 months. ### Where do I apply? Applications go through https://mrec.embargentina.uz/index.php/consular-services/visas/. Check that you are on the government's site before you pay. ## Sources - [mrec.embargentina.uz](https://mrec.embargentina.uz/index.php/consular-services/visas/) ## More - [Argentina visa for every passport](/visa/argentina) - [Every destination for Uzbekistan passport holders](/visa/passport/uzbekistan)