This fact sheet is for UK nationals only. Please note if you are not a UK passport holder you will need to check with your relevant Country Embassy.
BRITISH EMBASSY
Dr Luis Agote 2412 (1425)
Buenos Aires
Argentina
Telephone: +54 11 4808-2200
www.gov.uk/contact-consulate-buenos-aires.
EMERGENCY NUMBERS
| Ambulance | 107 |
| Fire | 100 |
| Police | 101 (local), 911 (federal) |
BEFORE TRAVELLING
Before travelling please always check for up to date information. Up-to-date information for UK Nationals travelling can be found at UK and the world - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
- Safety and security
- Terrorism
- Local laws and customs
- Entry requirements
- Health
- Natural Disasters
- Money
COUNTRY FACTS
| Capital city | Buenos Aires |
| Language | Spanish |
| Currency | Argentine Peso |
| Phone Code | +54 |
| Internet Code | .ar |
| Time Zone | UTC-3 (4 hours behind UK) |
| Drives on | Right |
| Plug Types | Type C, Type I |
| Drinking Water | Safe to drink |
| Dominant Religion | 92% Roman Catholic |
| Significant Dates | January 6 - Epiphany February 24/25 – Carnival May 1 - Labour Day / May Day May 25 - National Day July 9/10 - Independence Day
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