The official currency in Argentina is Peso Argentino, expressed in Arg$. It comes in notes of $2, $5, $10; $20, $50, and $100 pesos, and coins of 5, 10, 25, and 50 cents and $1 peso.
It is recommended to exchange currencies in authorized places always.
Banks open to public from 8:00 hrs to 13:00 hrs. ATM machines are available 24/7.
- The official language in the Republic of Argentina is Spanish.
- Some widely-used slang words are:
- "Che": This expression manifests familiarity and is used to attract somebody’s attention without using the person’s name.
- "Vos": You.
- "Guita": Money.
- "Colectivo" - "Omnibus" - "Bondi" - "Micro": bus, transportation.
- "Mina": Woman.
- "Laburar": To Work.
- "Boliche": Disco.
- "Chupado" - "Mamado": Drunk.
- "Estar en Pedo": Drunk.
- "Porrón" - "Birra": Beer.
- "Pucho": Cigarrette.
- "Faso" - "Porro": joint.
- "Joda": to make a joke, fool around.
- "Quilombo": trouble, problems.
- "Morfar": to eat.
- "Pancho": Hot dog.
- "Rancho": humble house.
- "El Pago": hometown.
- "Trucho": fake.
- "Choco": dog.
- "Pupo": bellybutton.
- "Chorro": thief.
- "Boludo": . Depending on the context it can also express friendliness.
- "Donde topa": the place where something ends, often referred to streets.
- "Pandito": shallow area.
- "Veteraba": beetroot.
- Do not take lonely and darker routes.
- Grip your bag firmly on your legs when sitting in bars, internet places or cafes; by doing this you will avoid being robbed.
- Take government-authorized tours and lodging.
- A valid password is required to visit Argentina, except for neighboring countries.
- Visas are not required. Once entering the country you will be issued a renewable tourist card valid for 90 days.
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