Buenos Aires (Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires), federal capital since 1880, on the Río de la Plata.

Population in Buenos Aires

3,121,707 in the city proper (2022 census). The national urban-centres table lists Gran Buenos Aires, separately from the city, at 10,849,299.

Internet Speed in Buenos Aires

Ookla median for Argentina in September 2026 was 223.43 Mbps fixed and 158.79 Mbps mobile. Personal Fibra 300 MB is ARS 27,000 a month for six months, against a list price of ARS 91,860.

Currency & Banking in Buenos Aires

Argentine peso (ARS). This run uses the country-prep rate of ARS 1,518 per US dollar (BCRA Comunicación A 3500). The same API on 21 October 2026 returned ARS 1,525 for 20 October 2026.

Tap Water in Buenos Aires

Wikivoyage says city tap water is drinkable, though often heavily chlorinated. CDC still tells travellers to choose safe food and water and to avoid water they are not sure is safe.

Power in Buenos Aires

220 V, 50 Hz. Sockets mix Type C (Europlug) and Type I (IRAM-2073, Australian-style blades).

SIM Card in Buenos Aires

Personal, Movistar and Claro cover the city. A Personal prepaid chip is free; tourists activate it with a passport in a branch. A recharge from ARS 9,000 includes 2 GB for 30 days plus WhatsApp, and tourist recharges start at ARS 4,000.

Banking for Expats in Buenos Aires

Banelco and Red Link ATMs sit on main avenues. Cambios on Florida Street exchange cash if you show a passport. Mercado Libre takes card, debit or cash.

Accommodation in Buenos Aires

Palermo, Recoleta and San Telmo are the usual bases. Wikivoyage says a short-term apartment is often larger than a hotel room, and the same flat is often listed by several agents.

Cashless Friendly in Buenos Aires

Chains, Mercado Libre and PedidosYa take cards. Buses, the Subte and trains take a SUBE card or contactless bank card. Wikivoyage says a 10% restaurant tip is still paid in cash when the bill has no cubierto.

Short Term Rentals in Buenos Aires

Numbeo puts a one-bedroom at USD 659 in the centre and USD 464 outside it (Wayback snapshot of 6 October 2026). The city cost file uses USD 719 for a furnished month.

Budget Accommodation in Buenos Aires

Milhouse Avenue, Av. de Mayo 1245, and Milhouse Hipo, Hipólito Yrigoyen 959, have dorms and private rooms, wifi and a daily activity list. A dorm price was not on the site.

Best Area to Stay for Tourists in Buenos Aires

Palermo Soho for restaurants, Recoleta for museums and the cemetery, and San Telmo for the Sunday fair. Plaza de Mayo and Teatro Colón are in the centre.

Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads in Buenos Aires

Palermo Soho and Palermo Hollywood, for La Maquinita, Huerta and cafes such as LAB on Humboldt. Villa Crespo is the cheaper desk: Desky lists Joy Cowork at about USD 15 a day.

Best Coworking Space in Buenos Aires

La Maquinita Palermo Soho, Av. Cnel. Niceto Vega 4736, Mon-Fri 08:30-20:30, with fibre and member events. Desky lists that hot desk at about USD 15-20 a day. People Coworking puts day passes at USD 12-28 and a three-day weekly plan at USD 130-200 a month, the band behind the city cost file figure of USD 185.

Best Cafe for Work in Buenos Aires

LAB Tostadores de Café, Humboldt 1542, Palermo.

Networking Events in Buenos Aires

La Maquinita Palermo Soho, Niceto Vega 4736, lists member events with the desk. Desky also names Huerta, with sites in Palermo Hollywood and Retiro, for community nights.

Social Events for Expats in Buenos Aires

Milhouse runs a pub crawl, rooftop parties and tango outings from Av. de Mayo 1245. Wikivoyage points visitors to milongas rather than tourist tango shows.

Best Taxi/Ride App in Buenos Aires

Uber and Cabify both operate in Argentina. Wikivoyage says Uber works in the city and from Ezeiza, where a prepaid taxi booth quoted ARS 50,000 in 2026. Cabify shows the fare before you accept.

Bike/Scooter Rental in Buenos Aires

BA Ecobici is free on weekdays for residents of Argentina, up to four rides of 30 minutes, in the BA Ecobici app. Visitors buy a tourist pass. Bikes unlock with a QR code on the handlebar.

Best Beach Nearby in Buenos Aires

There is no ocean beach in the city. Mar del Plata is the main Atlantic resort. Trenes Argentinos runs there from Constitución, and long-distance buses leave Retiro.

Top Regional Airline in Buenos Aires

Aerolíneas Argentinas is the main domestic carrier. Most domestic flights use Aeroparque Jorge Newbery. Wikivoyage says Flybondi stopped flying in August 2026.

Top International Airline in Buenos Aires

LATAM and Aerolíneas Argentinas fly long-haul from Ezeiza (Ministro Pistarini). Wikivoyage also lists Air New Zealand from Auckland. Aeroparque handles some regional flights from São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro and Santiago.

Highway Access in Buenos Aires

Avenida General Paz is the beltway on the boundary with Buenos Aires Province. Ruta Nacional 9 (Panamericana) is the northern highway; the national-park page uses it to km 67.5.

Main Train/Transit Hub in Buenos Aires

Terminal de Ómnibus Retiro, Av. Antártida Argentina 1200, is the long-distance bus station. Commuter and long-distance trains use Retiro, Constitución, Once and Federico Lacroze.

Public Transport Passes in Buenos Aires

Buses, the Subte and trains take a registered SUBE card. On the October 2026 tariff a city bus is ARS 920.48 for 0-3 km, and the Subte is ARS 1,817 for the first 20 trips of the month (ARS 1,090.20 from trip 41). An unregistered card is higher. The tariff page has no flat monthly pass.

Regional Travel in Buenos Aires

Retiro bus terminal covers the interior. The Mitre line from Retiro runs to Tigre. Trenes Argentinos long-distance trains leave Retiro-Mitre for Rosario and Constitución for Mar del Plata.

Best Hospital in Buenos Aires

Hospital Italiano de Buenos Aires, Tte. Gral. Juan Domingo Perón 4190, Almagro, has an international-patient desk and says it is JCI-accredited. The city emergency numbers are 911 and, for an ambulance, 107 (SAME).

Gyms & Fitness Centers in Buenos Aires

Megatlon has a club on Migueletes in Las Cañitas. Numbeo puts a monthly gym fee at USD 43.59, about ARS 66,200 at the prep rate of ARS 1,518 per dollar.

Laundry Services in Buenos Aires

5àsec lists dry-cleaners across the city, including Soldado de la Independencia 1188 and Juramento 2701, and offers pickup and delivery. A per-kilo price was not on the locator.

Best Food Delivery App in Buenos Aires

PedidosYa lists restaurants across Buenos Aires and shows a delivery fee on each order. Fees on the open page ran from about ARS 239 to about ARS 1,859.

Best Local Dish to Try in Buenos Aires

Asado at a parrilla. Don Julio is at Guatemala 4691, Palermo Soho. Empanadas and pizza are the everyday alternatives; Güerrín is at Av. Corrientes 1368.

Vegan/Vegetarian Options in Buenos Aires

Sacro, Costa Rica 6038, Palermo Hollywood, is a plant-based restaurant (empanadas, katsu sando, cocktails) in the city vegan guide.

Best Dessert Spots in Buenos Aires

Alfajores and facturas are sold in kiosks and bakeries. Wikivoyage says helado is delivered across the city. Café Tortoni is at Av. de Mayo 829.

Affordable Shopping Spots in Buenos Aires

Small neighbourhood supermarkets known as el chino sit on ordinary blocks. Jumbo sells groceries online. Florida Street is the pedestrian strip for tourist shops.

E-commerce/Online Store in Buenos Aires

Mercado Libre is the main marketplace, with card, debit or cash, and a same-day shipping offer on the home page.

Grocery Delivery in Buenos Aires

Jumbo runs an online supermarket. PedidosYa also lists Jumbo World for delivery in the city.

Bar/Nightlife Area in Buenos Aires

Palermo Soho and Palermo Hollywood are the late bar districts, and San Telmo is the bohemian alternative. Wikivoyage says clubs run until 06:00 or 07:00.

Local Brewery in Buenos Aires

Cervecería Antares, founded in Mar del Plata in 1998, has a bar at Armenia 1447, Palermo Soho.

Wine Bars in Buenos Aires

Wikivoyage says a tasting at a bar is the practical way to try Argentine wine, and Malbec is the signature grape. A bar with a current published list was not confirmed.

Street Food Stalls in Buenos Aires

Choripán and panchos are the walk-up snacks. On Sundays, vendors fill Defensa and Plaza Dorrego in San Telmo.

Popular International Cuisine in Buenos Aires

Italian food is local: Güerrín, Av. Corrientes 1368, and El Cuartito, Talcahuano 937. Wikivoyage says Palermo also has sushi and other kitchens from outside the country.

Must-See Landmarks in Buenos Aires

The Obelisco on Avenida Corrientes, Plaza de Mayo and the Casa Rosada, and Teatro Colón, Cerrito 628.

Museums & Art Venues in Buenos Aires

MALBA, Av. Figueroa Alcorta 3415. Viva Frida runs until 15 March 2027.

Historical Sites in Buenos Aires

Caminito in La Boca, and Plaza de Mayo, the square tied to the 1810 revolution.

Religious Sites in Buenos Aires

Catedral Metropolitana, San Martín 27, beside Plaza de Mayo. Wikipedia notes that Cardinal Bergoglio, later Pope Francis, was archbishop of the city.

Annual Events in Buenos Aires

Feria Internacional del Libro at La Rural: the site announces Thursday 22 April to Monday 10 May 2027, with Spain as guest of honour. Tango milongas run through the year.

Cultural Districts in Buenos Aires

San Telmo for the Sunday antiques fair, Palermo Soho for bars and shops, Recoleta for the cemetery and museums, and La Boca for Caminito.

Theater Venues in Buenos Aires

Teatro Colón, Cerrito 628. The Berliner Philharmoniker plays 21-23 October 2026, and the ballet Manon runs 5-15 November 2026.

Local Markets in Buenos Aires

The Sunday fair in San Telmo runs along Defensa and Plaza Dorrego, with antiques and street tango.

Music Scene in Buenos Aires

Niceto Club, Niceto Vega 5510, Palermo. Wikivoyage describes a strong local rock scene and stadium concerts.

Buenos Aires Digital Nomad Guide - Tips & Local Information

Researched Updated Oct 21, 2026 Last changed Oct 31, 2026 About guide entries

Essentials

City: Buenos Aires (Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires), federal capital since 1880, on the Río de la Plata. 1 37
Population: 3,121,707 in the city proper (2022 census). The national urban-centres table lists Gran Buenos Aires, separately from the city, at 10,849,299. 1 2
Internet Speed: Ookla median for Argentina in September 2026 was 223.43 Mbps fixed and 158.79 Mbps mobile. Personal Fibra 300 MB is ARS 27,000 a month for six months, against a list price of ARS 91,860. 3 4
Currency & Banking: Argentine peso (ARS). This run uses the country-prep rate of ARS 1,518 per US dollar (BCRA Comunicación A 3500). The same API on 21 October 2026 returned ARS 1,525 for 20 October 2026. 5
Tap Water: Wikivoyage says city tap water is drinkable, though often heavily chlorinated. CDC still tells travellers to choose safe food and water and to avoid water they are not sure is safe. 11 12 13
Power: 220 V, 50 Hz. Sockets mix Type C (Europlug) and Type I (IRAM-2073, Australian-style blades). 12
SIM Card: Personal, Movistar and Claro cover the city. A Personal prepaid chip is free; tourists activate it with a passport in a branch. A recharge from ARS 9,000 includes 2 GB for 30 days plus WhatsApp, and tourist recharges start at ARS 4,000. 6 7 11
Banking for Expats: Banelco and Red Link ATMs sit on main avenues. Cambios on Florida Street exchange cash if you show a passport. Mercado Libre takes card, debit or cash. 11 40
Accommodation: Palermo, Recoleta and San Telmo are the usual bases. Wikivoyage says a short-term apartment is often larger than a hotel room, and the same flat is often listed by several agents. 11
Cashless Friendly: Chains, Mercado Libre and PedidosYa take cards. Buses, the Subte and trains take a SUBE card or contactless bank card. Wikivoyage says a 10% restaurant tip is still paid in cash when the bill has no cubierto. 8 11 12 38 40
Short Term Rentals: Numbeo puts a one-bedroom at USD 659 in the centre and USD 464 outside it (Wayback snapshot of 6 October 2026). The city cost file uses USD 719 for a furnished month. 14
Budget Accommodation: Milhouse Avenue, Av. de Mayo 1245, and Milhouse Hipo, Hipólito Yrigoyen 959, have dorms and private rooms, wifi and a daily activity list. A dorm price was not on the site. 15
Best Area to Stay for Tourists: Palermo Soho for restaurants, Recoleta for museums and the cemetery, and San Telmo for the Sunday fair. Plaza de Mayo and Teatro Colón are in the centre. 11 30
Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads: Palermo Soho and Palermo Hollywood, for La Maquinita, Huerta and cafes such as LAB on Humboldt. Villa Crespo is the cheaper desk: Desky lists Joy Cowork at about USD 15 a day. 17 18 19

Working and Networking

Best Coworking Space: La Maquinita Palermo Soho, Av. Cnel. Niceto Vega 4736, Mon-Fri 08:30-20:30, with fibre and member events. Desky lists that hot desk at about USD 15-20 a day. People Coworking puts day passes at USD 12-28 and a three-day weekly plan at USD 130-200 a month, the band behind the city cost file figure of USD 185. 16 17 18
Best Cafe for Work: LAB Tostadores de Café, Humboldt 1542, Palermo. 19
Networking Events: La Maquinita Palermo Soho, Niceto Vega 4736, lists member events with the desk. Desky also names Huerta, with sites in Palermo Hollywood and Retiro, for community nights. 17 18
Social Events for Expats: Milhouse runs a pub crawl, rooftop parties and tango outings from Av. de Mayo 1245. Wikivoyage points visitors to milongas rather than tourist tango shows. 11 15

Transportation

Best Taxi/Ride App: Uber and Cabify both operate in Argentina. Wikivoyage says Uber works in the city and from Ezeiza, where a prepaid taxi booth quoted ARS 50,000 in 2026. Cabify shows the fare before you accept. 11 12 42 43
Bike/Scooter Rental: BA Ecobici is free on weekdays for residents of Argentina, up to four rides of 30 minutes, in the BA Ecobici app. Visitors buy a tourist pass. Bikes unlock with a QR code on the handlebar. 20
Best Beach Nearby: There is no ocean beach in the city. Mar del Plata is the main Atlantic resort. Trenes Argentinos runs there from Constitución, and long-distance buses leave Retiro. 12 51
Top Regional Airline: Aerolíneas Argentinas is the main domestic carrier. Most domestic flights use Aeroparque Jorge Newbery. Wikivoyage says Flybondi stopped flying in August 2026. 12
Top International Airline: LATAM and Aerolíneas Argentinas fly long-haul from Ezeiza (Ministro Pistarini). Wikivoyage also lists Air New Zealand from Auckland. Aeroparque handles some regional flights from São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro and Santiago. 12 37
Highway Access: Avenida General Paz is the beltway on the boundary with Buenos Aires Province. Ruta Nacional 9 (Panamericana) is the northern highway; the national-park page uses it to km 67.5. 21 37
Main Train/Transit Hub: Terminal de Ómnibus Retiro, Av. Antártida Argentina 1200, is the long-distance bus station. Commuter and long-distance trains use Retiro, Constitución, Once and Federico Lacroze. 11 37 51
Public Transport Passes: Buses, the Subte and trains take a registered SUBE card. On the October 2026 tariff a city bus is ARS 920.48 for 0-3 km, and the Subte is ARS 1,817 for the first 20 trips of the month (ARS 1,090.20 from trip 41). An unregistered card is higher. The tariff page has no flat monthly pass. 8 11
Regional Travel: Retiro bus terminal covers the interior. The Mitre line from Retiro runs to Tigre. Trenes Argentinos long-distance trains leave Retiro-Mitre for Rosario and Constitución for Mar del Plata. 11 12 51

Health and Wellness

Best Hospital: Hospital Italiano de Buenos Aires, Tte. Gral. Juan Domingo Perón 4190, Almagro, has an international-patient desk and says it is JCI-accredited. The city emergency numbers are 911 and, for an ambulance, 107 (SAME). 9 33 62
Gyms & Fitness Centers: Megatlon has a club on Migueletes in Las Cañitas. Numbeo puts a monthly gym fee at USD 43.59, about ARS 66,200 at the prep rate of ARS 1,518 per dollar. 5 14 54
Laundry Services: 5àsec lists dry-cleaners across the city, including Soldado de la Independencia 1188 and Juramento 2701, and offers pickup and delivery. A per-kilo price was not on the locator. 47

Food and Drink

Best Food Delivery App: PedidosYa lists restaurants across Buenos Aires and shows a delivery fee on each order. Fees on the open page ran from about ARS 239 to about ARS 1,859. 38
Best Local Dish to Try: Asado at a parrilla. Don Julio is at Guatemala 4691, Palermo Soho. Empanadas and pizza are the everyday alternatives; Güerrín is at Av. Corrientes 1368. 11 48 50
Vegan/Vegetarian Options: Sacro, Costa Rica 6038, Palermo Hollywood, is a plant-based restaurant (empanadas, katsu sando, cocktails) in the city vegan guide. 46
Best Dessert Spots: Alfajores and facturas are sold in kiosks and bakeries. Wikivoyage says helado is delivered across the city. Café Tortoni is at Av. de Mayo 829. 11 60
Affordable Shopping Spots: Small neighbourhood supermarkets known as el chino sit on ordinary blocks. Jumbo sells groceries online. Florida Street is the pedestrian strip for tourist shops. 11 37 39
E-commerce/Online Store: Mercado Libre is the main marketplace, with card, debit or cash, and a same-day shipping offer on the home page. 40
Grocery Delivery: Jumbo runs an online supermarket. PedidosYa also lists Jumbo World for delivery in the city. 38 39
Bar/Nightlife Area: Palermo Soho and Palermo Hollywood are the late bar districts, and San Telmo is the bohemian alternative. Wikivoyage says clubs run until 06:00 or 07:00. 11
Local Brewery: Cervecería Antares, founded in Mar del Plata in 1998, has a bar at Armenia 1447, Palermo Soho. 44 49
Wine Bars: Wikivoyage says a tasting at a bar is the practical way to try Argentine wine, and Malbec is the signature grape. A bar with a current published list was not confirmed. 11 12
Street Food Stalls: Choripán and panchos are the walk-up snacks. On Sundays, vendors fill Defensa and Plaza Dorrego in San Telmo. 11
Popular International Cuisine: Italian food is local: Güerrín, Av. Corrientes 1368, and El Cuartito, Talcahuano 937. Wikivoyage says Palermo also has sushi and other kitchens from outside the country. 11 50 61

Culture and Attractions

Must-See Landmarks: The Obelisco on Avenida Corrientes, Plaza de Mayo and the Casa Rosada, and Teatro Colón, Cerrito 628. 11 30 57
Museums & Art Venues: MALBA, Av. Figueroa Alcorta 3415. Viva Frida runs until 15 March 2027. 10
Historical Sites: Caminito in La Boca, and Plaza de Mayo, the square tied to the 1810 revolution. 11 37 56
Religious Sites: Catedral Metropolitana, San Martín 27, beside Plaza de Mayo. Wikipedia notes that Cardinal Bergoglio, later Pope Francis, was archbishop of the city. 37 59
Annual Events: Feria Internacional del Libro at La Rural: the site announces Thursday 22 April to Monday 10 May 2027, with Spain as guest of honour. Tango milongas run through the year. 11 35
Cultural Districts: San Telmo for the Sunday antiques fair, Palermo Soho for bars and shops, Recoleta for the cemetery and museums, and La Boca for Caminito. 11 56
Theater Venues: Teatro Colón, Cerrito 628. The Berliner Philharmoniker plays 21-23 October 2026, and the ballet Manon runs 5-15 November 2026. 30
Local Markets: The Sunday fair in San Telmo runs along Defensa and Plaza Dorrego, with antiques and street tango. 11
Music Scene: Niceto Club, Niceto Vega 5510, Palermo. Wikivoyage describes a strong local rock scene and stadium concerts. 11 58
Street Art: Caminito in La Boca is the painted pedestrian street. Wikivoyage calls the wider street-art scene a reason to photograph the city, without a second mapped corridor. 11 56
Cooking Classes: Milhouse teaches typical Argentine dishes. The class is arranged at reception, Av. de Mayo 1245. 15
Art Galleries: MALBA, Av. Figueroa Alcorta 3415, is the contemporary space with a confirmed programme; Viva Frida continues until 15 March 2027. A separate commercial gallery was not confirmed. 10
Historic Buildings: Palacio Barolo, Av. de Mayo 1370, and Teatro Colón, Cerrito 628. 30 52
Local Heritage: Tango, mate and asado. Wikivoyage also names gaucho leatherwork and a bottle of Malbec as the things visitors take home. 11 12

Nature and Outdoor Activities

Nearby Nature Escapes: Reserva Ecológica Costanera Sur, Av. Tristán Achával Rodríguez 1550, covers 350 hectares and is a Ramsar wetland. From April to October it is open Tuesday to Sunday 08:00-18:00. 33
National Parks Nearby: Parque Nacional Ciervo de los Pantanos. By car, Ruta Nacional 9 to Rómulo Otamendi at km 67.5, then 2 km. Open every day 10:00-18:00; trails 10:30-17:00. The parks page lists Aeroparque as 67 km from the gate. 21
Cycling/Walking Paths: Ecobici for short hops, and the paths in the Reserva Ecológica, where bicycles are limited to 10 km/h. Wikivoyage also points to the parks in Palermo. 11 20 34
Scenic Viewpoints: The Reserva Ecológica has interpretive boardwalks and miradores. The Obelisco stands at Avenida 9 de Julio and Corrientes. 33 57
Birdwatching Locations: The Reserva Ecológica publishes its birds and mammals and is a Ramsar wetland. Feeding animals is banned. 33 34
Bonfire-Friendly Spots: The Reserva Ecológica bans lighting a fire and bans camping. No legal public bonfire site in the centre was found. 34

Other Services and Amenities

Parcel Delivery Service: Correo Argentino is the national post, with international incoming parcels and customer line 0810-777-7787. 41
Tech Repair Services: iPoint, an Apple Premium Reseller, does service at Alto Palermo (Av. Santa Fe 3253) and Abasto (Av. Corrientes 3247), daily 10:00-22:00. 36
Table Tennis Spots: Milhouse lists ping pong among daily activities at Av. de Mayo 1245. A dedicated club was not confirmed. 15
Language Classes: Milhouse offers group, pair or private Spanish at the hostel. Wikivoyage also names Universidad de Buenos Aires language courses and the private school VOS Buenos Aires. 11 15
Libraries & Study Spots: Biblioteca Nacional Mariano Moreno, Agüero 2502. Phone (5411) 4808-6000. 45
Community Centers: Centro Cultural Recoleta, Junín 1930. 55
Casino & Gaming Halls: Casino Buenos Aires, Av. Elvira Rawson de Dellepiane 1, on Isla Demarchi. 53

Business

Studio Purchase Price (City Center): Palermo asking prices were USD 3,680 per m² on 8 October 2026 (Mudafy median). A 40 m² studio is about USD 147,200. 31
Studio Purchase Price (Outside City): San Fernando, a northern suburb outside the city, had a median of USD 2,177 per m² in September 2026 (Mercado Libre Inmuebles). A 40 m² studio is about USD 87,080. 32
1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center): Palermo was USD 3,680 per m² on 8 October 2026. A 60 m² one-bedroom is about USD 220,800. 31
1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City): San Fernando was USD 2,177 per m² in September 2026. A 60 m² one-bedroom is about USD 130,620. 32
2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center): Palermo was USD 3,680 per m² on 8 October 2026. An 80 m² two-bedroom is about USD 294,400. 31
2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City): San Fernando was USD 2,177 per m² in September 2026. An 80 m² two-bedroom is about USD 174,160. 32
Corporate Tax: Progressive on 2026 indexed bands: 25% up to ARS 133,514,185.74, 30% to ARS 1,335,141,857.38, and 35% above that. 24
Dividend Withholding Tax: 7% on dividends and on branch-profit remittances, for profits from 2018 onward. 24
Tax System: Residents are taxed on worldwide income. Non-residents are taxed on Argentine-source income only. 25
Highest Income Tax Bracket: 35%. 25
VAT: 21% standard IVA. A 10.5% rate covers some listed items, including some housing construction and domestic passenger trips up to 100 km, and 27% covers some utility services billed to property that is not a dwelling. 27
Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules: Yes. Residents are taxed currently on passive income of a controlled foreign company when they hold a controlling interest, more than half of that income is passive, and the foreign tax is under 75% of the Argentine corporate rate. 26
Property Tax: Yes. AGIP Inmobiliario/ABL is a yearly charge on every property in the city, billed in 12 monthly instalments, with progressive rates in the 2026 tariff law. Paying the whole year at once takes 10% off. 23 27
Property Transaction Tax: AGIP stamp duty on a transfer of title is 3.5%, or 2.7% when the price, fiscal value or reference value is at or below ARS 226,100,000. A single permanent family home is exempt up to that amount, and duty applies only to the excess. 22
Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads: No. The nómada digital stay is a 180-day transitory residence, extendable once, for remote work for clients abroad. It is not a tax exemption. Many passports may visit for 90 days without a visa. Tax residence brings worldwide income and a top rate of 35%. 25 28 29

About these guide entries

Method: Researched
Last updated: Oct 21, 2026
Last changed: Oct 31, 2026

Checked against the sources below and compared with similar cities. Numbers in the list point to these sources.

Argentina.gob Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires, census populationOfficial
INDEC 2022 urban centres, CABA and Gran Buenos AiresOfficial
Ookla Speedtest Global Index, Argentina, September 2026Measurement
Personal Fibra home internet pricesOfficial
BCRA Comunicación A 3500 USD referenceOfficial
Personal prepago chip and ARS 9,000 rechargeOfficial
Personal tourist chip and recharges from ARS 4,000Official
RED SUBE AMBA fares from October 2026Official
Hospital Italiano international patientsOfficial
MALBA, Figueroa Alcorta 3415Official
Wikivoyage Buenos AiresSecondary
Wikivoyage ArgentinaSecondary
CDC travel health, ArgentinaOfficial
Numbeo Buenos Aires, Wayback 6 Oct 2026Index
Milhouse Hostel, Avenida de Mayo and Hipólito YrigoyenOfficial
People Coworking Buenos Aires price bands 2026Secondary
Desky coworking price guide, updated 7 Sep 2026Secondary
La Maquinita Palermo Soho, Niceto Vega 4736Official
LAB Tostadores de Café, Humboldt 1542Official
BA Ecobici weekday rules and tourist passesOfficial
Parque Nacional Ciervo de los Pantanos, hours and accessOfficial
AGIP stamp duty on property transfersOfficial
AGIP Inmobiliario/ABLOfficial
PwC Argentina corporate tax, reviewed 16 Jun 2026Professional
PwC Argentina personal income tax, reviewed 16 Jun 2026Professional
PwC Argentina CFC rules, reviewed 16 Jun 2026Professional
PwC Argentina VAT and property tax, reviewed 16 Jun 2026Professional
DNM 758/2022 digital nomad transitory residenceOfficial
UK FCDO Argentina entry requirementsOfficial
Teatro Colón, Cerrito 628, October 2026 billOfficial
Mudafy CABA asking prices, 8 Oct 2026Listings
Mercado Libre Inmuebles and UDESA, AMBA September 2026Listings
Reserva Ecológica Costanera SurOfficial
Costanera Sur bans on fire and campingOfficial
Feria Internacional del Libro, La Rural 2027Official
iPoint Apple Premium Reseller, Palermo and AbastoOfficial
Wikipedia Buenos AiresReference
PedidosYa Buenos AiresOfficial
Jumbo online supermarketOfficial
Mercado Libre ArgentinaOfficial
Correo ArgentinoOfficial
Uber ArgentinaOfficial
Cabify ArgentinaOfficial
Cervecería AntaresOfficial
Biblioteca Nacional Mariano Moreno, Agüero 2502Official
Visit Buenos Aires vegan guide, SacroSecondary
5àsec dry cleaners in CABAOfficial
OSM Don Julio, Guatemala 4691Reference
OSM Antares, Armenia 1447Reference
OSM Güerrín, Av. Corrientes 1368Reference
OSM Terminal de Ómnibus RetiroReference
OSM Palacio Barolo, Av. de Mayo 1370Reference
OSM Casino Buenos Aires, Elvira Rawson de Dellepiane 1Reference
OSM Megatlon, Migueletes, Las CañitasReference
OSM Centro Cultural Recoleta, Junín 1930Reference
OSM Caminito, La BocaReference
OSM ObeliscoReference
OSM Niceto Club, Niceto Vega 5510Reference
OSM Catedral Metropolitana, San Martín 27Reference
OSM Café Tortoni, Av. de Mayo 829Reference
OSM El Cuartito, Talcahuano 937Reference
Hospital Italiano, Perón 4190Official

Change history

Oct 31, 2026
- Grocery Delivery Jumbo, Disco, Carrefour, and Coto offer app or web delivery in many neighborhoods… Jumbo runs an online supermarket. PedidosYa also lists Jumbo World for delivery in the…
- Gyms & Fitness Centers Megatlon has strong coverage in Palermo, Recoleta, and Belgrano; SportClub also has… Megatlon has a club on Migueletes in Las Cañitas. Numbeo puts a monthly gym fee at USD…
- Highest Income Tax Bracket Up to 35% for personal income tax under the standard federal progressive schedule, with… 35%.
- Highway Access Main access routes include Av. General Paz, Autopista 25 de Mayo, Autopista Illia, and the… Avenida General Paz is the beltway on the boundary with Buenos Aires Province. Ruta…
- Historic Buildings Palacio Barolo, Av. de Mayo 1370, Monserrat; Kavanagh Building, Florida 1065, Retiro; and… Palacio Barolo, Av. de Mayo 1370, and Teatro Colón, Cerrito 628.
- Historical Sites Caminito in La Boca, the Cabildo at Bolívar 65, Plaza de Mayo, and San Telmo's colonial… Caminito in La Boca, and Plaza de Mayo, the square tied to the 1810 revolution.
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- Internet Speed Good in most central neighborhoods and coworking spaces: fiber plans commonly deliver 300… Ookla median for Argentina in September 2026 was 223.43 Mbps fixed and 158.79 Mbps mobile…
- Language Classes Asociación Argentina de Cultura Inglesa, Av. Callao 1869, Recoleta; Expanish, Callao 1046… Milhouse offers group, pair or private Spanish at the hostel. Wikivoyage also names…
- Laundry Services Lavandería 5àsec branches are common in Palermo and Recoleta. Neighborhood laundries in… 5àsec lists dry-cleaners across the city, including Soldado de la Independencia 1188 and…
- Libraries & Study Spots Biblioteca Nacional Mariano Moreno, Av. Las Heras 2505, Recoleta; and the Centro Cultural… Biblioteca Nacional Mariano Moreno, Agüero 2502. Phone (5411) 4808-6000.
- Local Brewery Antares Palermo, Armenia 1642, Palermo Soho; and Berlina, Arévalo 1547, Palermo Hollywood… Cervecería Antares, founded in Mar del Plata in 1998, has a bar at Armenia 1447, Palermo…
- Local Heritage The city’s strongest heritage symbols are tango, the gaucho tradition, mate culture, and… Tango, mate and asado. Wikivoyage also names gaucho leatherwork and a bottle of Malbec as…
- Local Markets Feria de San Telmo on Defensa Street, Mercado de Pulgas, Av. Dorrego 1650, Colegiales, and… The Sunday fair in San Telmo runs along Defensa and Plaza Dorrego, with antiques and…
- Main Train/Transit Hub Retiro Station is the primary intercity rail hub; Constitución and Once are also major… Terminal de Ómnibus Retiro, Av. Antártida Argentina 1200, is the long-distance bus…
- Museums & Art Venues Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes, Av. del Libertador 1473, Recoleta; MALBA, Av. Figueroa… MALBA, Av. Figueroa Alcorta 3415. Viva Frida runs until 15 March 2027.
- Music Scene Niceto Club, Niceto Vega 5510, Palermo Hollywood; La Tangente, Honduras 5317, Palermo… Niceto Club, Niceto Vega 5510, Palermo. Wikivoyage describes a strong local rock scene and…
- Must-See Landmarks Plaza de Mayo, Casa Rosada, Obelisco, Teatro Colón, and Floralis Genérica are the… The Obelisco on Avenida Corrientes, Plaza de Mayo and the Casa Rosada, and Teatro Colón…
- National Parks Nearby There are no national parks close to central Buenos Aires; the most practical larger… Parque Nacional Ciervo de los Pantanos. By car, Ruta Nacional 9 to Rómulo Otamendi at km…
- Nearby Nature Escapes Reserva Ecológica Costanera Sur, Av. Tristán Achával Rodríguez 1550, Puerto Madero, is the… Reserva Ecológica Costanera Sur, Av. Tristán Achával Rodríguez 1550, covers 350 hectares…
- Networking Events Meetup groups in Palermo and Recoleta are active for startups, product, UX, and language… La Maquinita Palermo Soho, Niceto Vega 4736, lists member events with the desk. Desky also…
- Parcel Delivery Service Correo Argentino, Andreani, OCA, DHL, and FedEx operate in Buenos Aires. For local… Correo Argentino is the national post, with international incoming parcels and customer…
- Popular International Cuisine Buenos Aires has strong international dining, especially Japanese at SushiClub Palermo… Italian food is local: Güerrín, Av. Corrientes 1368, and El Cuartito, Talcahuano 937…
- Population Approx. 3.1 million in the city proper; about 15.6 million in the Greater Buenos Aires… 3,121,707 in the city proper (2022 census). The national urban-centres table lists Gran…
- Power 220V, 50Hz, with Type C and Type I plugs commonly used. Type I is especially common in… 220 V, 50 Hz. Sockets mix Type C (Europlug) and Type I (IRAM-2073, Australian-style…
- Property Tax Yes. Annual property tax and related municipal/provincial charges apply, with amounts… Yes. AGIP Inmobiliario/ABL is a yearly charge on every property in the city, billed in 12…
- Property Transaction Tax Property transfer taxes and stamp taxes apply depending on the transaction structure… AGIP stamp duty on a transfer of title is 3.5%, or 2.7% when the price, fiscal value or…
- Public Transport Passes The SUBE card is required for buses, the subway (Subte), and many trains. The Subte uses… Buses, the Subte and trains take a registered SUBE card. On the October 2026 tariff a city…
- Regional Travel For nearby cities, use long-distance buses from Retiro Bus Terminal to Rosario, Córdoba… Retiro bus terminal covers the interior. The Mitre line from Retiro runs to Tigre. Trenes…
- Religious Sites Buenos Aires Metropolitan Cathedral, Av. Rivadavia 407, Plaza de Mayo; Basilica del… Catedral Metropolitana, San Martín 27, beside Plaza de Mayo. Wikipedia notes that Cardinal…
- SIM Card Main providers: Movistar, Claro, and Personal. eSIMs are increasingly available through… Personal, Movistar and Claro cover the city. A Personal prepaid chip is free; tourists…
- Scenic Viewpoints Top viewpoints include the Puente de la Mujer area in Puerto Madero, the terrace around… The Reserva Ecológica has interpretive boardwalks and miradores. The Obelisco stands at…
- Short Term Rentals Airbnb and Booking.com are the easiest options; monthly furnished rentals are common in… Numbeo puts a one-bedroom at USD 659 in the centre and USD 464 outside it (Wayback…
- Social Events for Expats InterNations Buenos Aires, Facebook groups like Expats in Buenos Aires and Buenos Aires… Milhouse runs a pub crawl, rooftop parties and tango outings from Av. de Mayo 1245…
- Street Art The best street art is in Colegiales, Palermo Soho, Villa Crespo, and around Pasaje Lanín… Caminito in La Boca is the painted pedestrian street. Wikivoyage calls the wider…
- Street Food Stalls Buenos Aires has fewer street-food stalls than many cities, but good casual options… Choripán and panchos are the walk-up snacks. On Sundays, vendors fill Defensa and Plaza…
- Studio Purchase Price (City Center) Approx. USD 2,200–3,400 per m² in central areas like Recoleta, Palermo, and Puerto Madero… Palermo asking prices were USD 3,680 per m² on 8 October 2026 (Mudafy median). A 40 m²…
- Studio Purchase Price (Outside City) Approx. USD 1,400–2,300 per m² in outer neighborhoods like Villa Crespo, Almagro, and… San Fernando, a northern suburb outside the city, had a median of USD 2,177 per m² in…
- Table Tennis Spots Club de Ping Pong Buenos Aires in Palermo and recreation centers in Parque Sarmiento are… Milhouse lists ping pong among daily activities at Av. de Mayo 1245. A dedicated club was…
- Tap Water Generally drinkable in the city, including most central neighborhoods, as supplied by… Wikivoyage says city tap water is drinkable, though often heavily chlorinated. CDC still…
- Tax System Argentina generally taxes residents on worldwide income and nonresidents on… Residents are taxed on worldwide income. Non-residents are taxed on Argentine-source…
- Tech Repair Services CompuBaires in Microcentro, iPoint and Apple-authorized resellers in Palermo and Recoleta… iPoint, an Apple Premium Reseller, does service at Alto Palermo (Av. Santa Fe 3253) and…
- Theater Venues Teatro Colón, Cerrito 628, San Nicolás; Timbre 4, Francia 651, Almagro; and Teatro San… Teatro Colón, Cerrito 628. The Berliner Philharmoniker plays 21-23 October 2026, and the…
- Top International Airline LATAM, Iberia, and American Airlines are among the strongest international options, with… LATAM and Aerolíneas Argentinas fly long-haul from Ezeiza (Ministro Pistarini). Wikivoyage…
- Top Regional Airline Aerolíneas Argentinas, with major domestic and regional connections from Aeroparque Jorge… Aerolíneas Argentinas is the main domestic carrier. Most domestic flights use Aeroparque…
- VAT 21% standard VAT, with reduced rates applying to some categories. 21% standard IVA. A 10.5% rate covers some listed items, including some housing…
- Vegan/Vegetarian Options Buenos Aires is very vegan-friendly. Good spots include Sacro, Costa Rica 6038, Palermo… Sacro, Costa Rica 6038, Palermo Hollywood, is a plant-based restaurant (empanadas, katsu…
- Wine Bars Pain et Vin, Gorriti 5132, Palermo Soho; Vico Wine Bar, Gorriti 4831, Palermo; and Aldo's… Wikivoyage says a tasting at a bar is the practical way to try Argentine wine, and Malbec…
- Yoga & Wellness Centers Estudio Yoga Palermo, Gorriti 5576, Palermo Hollywood; Kundalini Yoga Buenos Aires… not set
Corporate Tax, Dividend Withholding Tax, Tax System, Highest Income Tax Bracket, VAT, CFC Rules, Property Tax, Property Transaction Tax and Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads aligned to PwC (reviewed 16 Jun 2026), AGIP and the nomad residence page. Best Area to Stay for Tourists and Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads set to Palermo, Recoleta, San Telmo and Villa Crespo (taxsummaries.pwc.com, imagenes.agip.gob.ar).

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