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Argentina

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12 hours behind Korea

Southern hemisphere, so the seasons invert: December to February is summer, and Patagonian trekking concentrates in that window.

CapitalBuenos Aires
LanguagesSpanish
CurrencyArgentine peso (ARS)
Standard timeUTC-3 · No daylight saving
Dialling code+54
Voltage220V / 50Hz
Plug typeC, I
Driving sideRight-hand traffic
Emergency911
Domain.ar

Entry & visa

90 days visa-free for tourism. Sockets are type I with angled pins, so bring an adapter.

Worth knowing

Prices move fast, so local cost information goes stale quickly — recheck exchange rates and payment methods just before you go.

Frequently asked questions

Q. What is the time difference between Argentina and Korea?

12 hours behind Korea (UTC-3). No daylight saving.

Q. Will Korean electronics work in Argentina?

Voltage 220V / 50Hz, Plug type C, I.

Q. Do I need a visa for Argentina?

90 days visa-free for tourism. Sockets are type I with angled pins, so bring an adapter.

Countries in the same region

Visa and entry requirements change with policy, so always confirm the latest official notice for your destination. Voltage and plug types can vary by building.