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US State Department travel advisories · 9 July 2026

Argentina is at Level 1: exercise normal precautions

Level 1 — Normal precautions

Current safety guidance for Argentina from US State Department travel advisories. We cover 1 city in Argentina, with reported scams for each.

Source: Argentina - Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions — US State Department travel advisories

Source: U.S. Department of State. A work of the U.S. federal government, in the public domain.

Exercise normal precaution

in Argentina.

Argentina is generally a safe destination for travelers.

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has issued a Level 1 Travelers’ Health Notice for Andes virus (Hantavirus) in the region. The risk for most travelers is extremely low. Review the CDC’s Travelers’ Health Notice for more information on Andes virus

Petty crime occurs at times, especially in popular tourist locations and throughout Buenos Aires. Stay aware of your surroundings. Criminal and drug trafficking groups are active in Rosario (Santa Fe province) resulting in crime and violence.

Review our Travel Guidance for Argentina to learn how to prepare for a safe trip.

Buenos Aires is in our guides. See the scams reported in Buenos Aires, or the full Buenos Aires guide.

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