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South America · Capital: Buenos Aires

Trade with Argentina

Connect with verified suppliers and buyers for B2B international trade with Argentina. Currency: ARS. Language: Spanish.

$630B
GDP
46M
Population
$170B
Trade Volume

Market Opportunities

Rich agricultural land and natural resources. Skilled workforce. Lithium reserves attracting EV industry investment.

Doing business in Argentina

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Working currency
Argentine Peso (ARS)
Working days
Monday – Friday
Business hours
09:00 – 18:00
Time zone
America/Argentina/Buenos_Aires
Working language
Spanish + English (B2B)
Common Incoterms
FOB · CIF · CFR
Primary commercial ports
Buenos Aires, Rosario, Bahía Blanca
Notable shipping-window holidays
Carnival (Feb/Mar) · Christmas (25 Dec) · Independence Day (varies)

Useful B2B phrases

  • HelloHola / Buenos días
  • Please send a quotePor favor, envíe una cotización
  • Thank youGracias
  • Best regardsSaludos cordiales
  • We confirm the orderConfirmamos el pedido
Browse Argentina suppliersSubmit an RFQ to Argentina

Shipping to Argentina

Indicative transit times from the Faktorist hub. Real lead times depend on order size, customs lane, and seasonality — confirm in the RFQ.

IncotermTransit timeRoute
FOB30–45 daysSea freight via Santos / Buenos Aires
CIF32–48 daysSea freight with cargo insurance
Air (DAP)5–8 daysAir freight via Madrid / São Paulo hub

Argentina reference facts

ISO country code
AR (ar)
International phone prefix
+54
Capital
Buenos Aires
Region
South America
Spoken / business languages
Spanish · English (B2B)
Trade agreements
Mercosur, Multiple bilateral agreements

💱 USD ↔ ARS converter

Indicative rate · 1 USD ≈ 880 ARS — confirm at order confirmation.

Currency: Argentine Peso (ARS). Rates refresh on page load.

📅 Argentina business calendar

Plan around national holidays that pause customs, factories, and shipping.

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Holidays in June 2026

No notable national holidays this month.

Business Culture

Relationship-focused, professional. Buenos Aires is a major business hub. Spanish essential.

Doing business with Argentina typically follows a relationship-first; personal rapport precedes commercial commitment. Meetings are include longer conversation arcs and personal introductions. Decision-making is senior owner or managing director is decisive. Working language for international trade is commonly Spanish, with English also widely used in B2B exchanges. Pricing and contracts are usually quoted in ARS for cross-border transactions on Faktorist. International counterparts stay punctual; locally more flexible. Small gifts welcomed at first in-person meeting. Argentina's active trade sectors include Agriculture, Automotive, Mining, Energy, and Faktorist matches international buyers with verified Argentina-based suppliers across these segments via RFQs and Sofiia AI matching.

Working language
Spanish
Trade currency
ARS
Business hub
Buenos Aires
Meeting style
include longer conversation arcs and personal introductions
Decision making
senior owner or managing director is decisive
Punctuality
international counterparts stay punctual; locally more flexible
Gift etiquette
small gifts welcomed at first in-person meeting

Trade Flows

Top Imports

  • 1Machinery
  • 2Electrical Equipment
  • 3Vehicles
  • 4Chemicals
  • 5Plastics

Top Exports

  • 1Soybeans & Products
  • 2Vehicles
  • 3Corn
  • 4Wheat
  • 5Petroleum

Key Industries

AgricultureAutomotiveMiningEnergyTechnology

Trade Agreements

  • Mercosur
  • Multiple bilateral agreements

Quick Facts

Capital
Buenos Aires
Currency
ARS
Language
Spanish
Region
South America
GDP
$630B
Population
46M
Trade Volume
$170B

Trade with Argentina

Connect with verified suppliers and buyers on Faktorist.

Export to ArgentinaSource from Argentina

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Buyers sourcing from Argentina often compare quotes across the region. Explore neighbouring markets — same shipping lanes, similar Incoterms, often overlapping supplier rosters.

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Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions about trade with Argentina

Common buyer and supplier questions, answered using current Faktorist marketplace data for Argentina.

What is the business culture like in Argentina?

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Doing business with Argentina typically follows a relationship-first; personal rapport precedes commercial commitment. Meetings are include longer conversation arcs and personal introductions. Decision-making is senior owner or managing director is decisive. Working language for international trade is commonly Spanish, with English also widely used in B2B exchanges. Pricing and contracts are usually quoted in ARS for cross-border transactions on Faktorist. International counterparts stay punctual; locally more flexible. Small gifts welcomed at first in-person meeting. Argentina's active trade sectors include Agriculture, Automotive, Mining, Energy, and Faktorist matches international buyers with verified Argentina-based suppliers across these segments via RFQs and Sofiia AI matching.

What is the working language for international trade with Argentina?

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The working language for international trade with Argentina is commonly Spanish, with English also widely used in B2B exchanges. Faktorist's platform and RFQ flow are available in 35 languages, so buyers and suppliers can communicate in their preferred language while the platform handles translation.

Which currency is used for trade with Argentina?

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Cross-border transactions on Faktorist are typically quoted in ARS when trading with Argentina. Final invoicing currency is set per RFQ; the platform supports multi-currency negotiation and conversion.

How do I source from suppliers in Argentina on Faktorist?

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Browse verified Argentina-based suppliers on Faktorist, narrow by industry, certification, MOQ, or price, and submit a Request for Quotation. Sofiia AI matches your RFQ against supplier capabilities and returns competitive quotes — usually within 24 hours.

What are the main industries to trade with in Argentina?

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Argentina's active trade sectors include Agriculture, Automotive, Mining, Energy. Faktorist surfaces verified suppliers in each segment with product catalogues, trade history, and certifications visible on every profile.

What does Ukraine export to Argentina?

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Faktorist surfaces every export lane with estimated value, weight and shipment counts so buyers can size the addressable market before sourcing.

Which industries are most active in trade with Argentina?

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Active industries for trade with Argentina include: Agriculture, Automotive, Mining, Energy, Technology. Faktorist matches verified suppliers and buyers across each of these sectors.
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