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How to Get a Student Visa in Argentina
Getting a student visa in Argentina is a very simple process. The required documentation by the Argentine migration office is quite straightforward and doesn’t require too much effort from you. In most cases, getting the required documentation is so easy that you don’t need a lawyer to help you. However, if you do end up in a special situation outside the normal procedures, it is recommended to seek legal assistance from a specialized migration lawyer. There are two different types of student visas in Argentina: I have lived in Argentina on my student visa for 3 years, which then allowed me to extend into a permanent residency. Before that, I…
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10 Things to Know Before Starting to Work in Argentina
To work in Argentina can in many ways be very different from what you might be used to in your home country. The external factors of the Argentine economy influence a lot in the experience of working in Argentina. When you see the value of your salary diminish every month because of inflation. And when you know that you only have two salary adjustments a year, it really puts another level of stress on your everyday life. In expat groups and online forums, people ask a lot about moving to Argentina and finding a job here. However, many seem to believe that the job market here is similar to European…
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How to Find a Job in Buenos Aires
Finding a job in Buenos Aires isn’t always the easiest task. Economic crises upon economic crises have made it hard even for Argentines to find a job in Buenos Aires. So, needless to say, it might also be a challenge for a foreigner to find a job in Buenos Aires! It is a challenge but not impossible! In this post, I want to share some of my tips with you on how to find a job in Buenos Aires. It’s based on my own experience and years of living in Buenos Aires. I will focus on finding a job in Buenos Aires since most expats move in Buenos Aires. Also,…
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30 Things You Need to Know About Living in Buenos Aires
Are you thinking about moving and living long-term in Buenos Aires? The vibrant South American city that houses the presidential Pink House, famous barbeques, tango, and a never-ending story with inflation. At first, it can seem quite confusing to live in Buenos Aires, and living here has its ups (and downs). But don’t worry! I’m here to help you with the 30 things you need to know about living in Buenos Aires! After more than 6 years in Buenos Aires, I have learned a thing or two about life here. There is, of course, a lot more to say about living in Buenos Aires than what I have mentioned here.…
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Mastering Currency in Argentina: How to Exchange Your Money in Argentina
The currency in Argentina and how to exchange money in Argentina is one of the most confusing things for foreigners visiting or living in the country. The Argentine currency, the Argentine peso, is very unstable. Its value compared to the American dollar changes a lot – and mostly its value is going down! When the Argentine peso is depreciating (i.e. decreasing its price compared to other currencies), it means that you can buy the same amount of Argentine pesos for a smaller amount of your own currency. To complicate things, even more, currently, there is a dual exchange rate on the Argentine peso. There are two operating exchange rates; the…
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How to Find Long-term Accommodation in Buenos Aires
Are you planning to move to Buenos Aires for a couple of months? Or maybe even longer? It might not be as hard to find long-term accommodation in Buenos Aires as in many other more popular big cities should as New York, London, Paris (you name it). But you still need to be aware of the ins and outs of renting in Buenos Aires because there are quite a few things to keep in mind. In Argentina, in general, there are two ways of longer-term rental: Keep on reading to learn more about the difference between those two and many more valuable insights into long-term rentals in Buenos Aires! The…
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10 Facts about Studying a University Degree in Argentina
Many people chose to study one semester abroad. But, why not take a chance a drive into studying a whole degree abroad? Argentina is an interesting and different destination to study for a university degree abroad. There is a lot of information to take into consideration when you are deciding whether to study for a university degree in Argentina. After having studied both a semester abroad on my undergraduate and two whole Masters’ Degrees here in Buenos Aires, I believe I have gotten some good insights into studying in Argentina. In this post, I want to share these insights with you and cover some of the basic facts about studying…
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A Guide to Currency Exchange Rates in Argentina (UPDATED 2023)
Currency exchange rates are on everybody’s lips in Argentina. You don’t have to spend a long time in Argentina before you realize that. The Argentine peso’s rate compared to the American dollar is a topic of small talk in the street and very frequently discussed in the Argentine media too. Since 2019, the Argentine peso’s exchange rate to the American dollar has been even more confusing since a parallel official and unofficial exchange rate system was installed. This means that there are actually two exchange rates to keep track of. And the difference between them can get as high as 50%. But what does all this mean? Why is it…
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A Beginner Guide to Spanish Greetings in Argentina
Spanish in Argentina can be a bit difficult. Especially, if you are a beginner in Spanish. So, if you are traveling to Argentina and worried about getting around with Spanish, this beginner Spanish guide is for you! Most of the Spanish phrases in this guide will work for other Spanish-speaking countries. Even though, there might be a bit of variation in the expressions and way of using them. Since I get to enjoy the Argentine version of Spanish everyday, I decided to make this guide in a special Argentina version. It is no secret that I turned out to be a bit of a language nerd when it comes to…
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6 Things That Made Me Move From Denmark To Buenos Aires
I decided to move from Denmark to Buenos Aires for good! β¦ Or at least with no current plan of leaving. So, what is it that fascinates me so much about Buenos Aires that I want to keep on living here? Keep on reading, and I will try to explain to you why I fell in love with the Argentine capitalβ¦ And maybe this will make you want to visit Buenos Aires as well? #1 It looks like something you know β underneath it isn’t! To the bare eye, Buenos Aires looks like bits and pieces taken out of different European cities. A mix of Germany, France, Italy, the UK,…