Patagonia Entry Requirements
⚠️ Critical Passport Rule
Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your date of entry into Patagonia. You must also have at least two completely blank passport pages. If you do not meet these two criteria, airlines will legally deny you boarding.
Patagonia Entry Requirements by Passport Type
Visa Exempt (90 Days)
Citizens of the United States, Canada, UK, Australia, and the Schengen Area do not need a visa for tourist visits under 90 days.
- • Proof of onward/return flight
- • Address of first night accommodation
e-Visa Required
Citizens of India, South Africa, and most South American countries must apply for an electronic visa 72 hours before departure.
- • Approx $40 USD
- • Processes in 2-3 business days
Consular Visa
All other passports must schedule an in-person appointment at the nearest embassy/consulate. This process can take up to 4 weeks.
Health & Customs Declarations
Upon arrival, all passengers must scan a QR code completing the digital customs declaration form. Do not fill this out via third-party websites that charge a fee. The official government form is completely free.
- 💉Yellow Fever vaccination certificate REQUIRED if arriving from high-risk countries.
- 💊Strict medication laws: Common ADHD and pain medications are prohibited without translated doctor approval.
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