Exporting Products to ARGENTINA

Location: Argentina is located in the south-east corner of America, is bordered by Chile, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, Uruguay and the Atlantic Ocean. Its capital and largest city is Buenos Aires.

Is there a trade agreement between Argentina and the UK? No. Currently Argentina trades with the United Kingdom on non-preferential terms.

Argentine national currency: Peso (ARS).

Official language: Spanish.

Shipping from the UK to Argentina

Transit time via air from the UK to airport in Argentina is approximately 1 to 3 days. Argentina's main cargo international airport is Ministro Pistarini, known as Ezeiza, located 22 kilometres of the Autonomous City of Buenos Aires.

Transit time via sea from the UK to port in Argentina is approximately 29 days. Argentina’s main sea port is Buenos Aires.


Export documents required include packing list, commercial invoice, and health / organic / phytosanitary certificate(s) where applicable. Requirements for the Argentinean importer include registration with AFIP. Requirements for the British exporter include having an EORI number.

Top-10 products exported from the UK to Argentina in 2025

Machinery, nuclear reactors, boilers ….. $114.10M
Pharmaceutical products ….. $77.87M
Pearls, precious stones, metals, coins ….. $37.60M
Electrical, electronic equipment ….. $29.78M
Optical, photo, technical, medical apparatus ….. $29.00M
Beverages, spirits and vinegar ….. $19.34M
Iron and steel ….. $17.25M
Vehicles other than railway, tramway ….. $14.60M
Organic chemicals ….. $12.69M
Plastics ….. $9.73M

M: Millions USD. Source: TRADING ECONOMICS

Explore Opportunities to Export to Argentina

The market guide “Exporting from the UK to Argentina”, published by the UK Government, provides valuable information, including export opportunities and market data. You can access the guide here:
https://www.business.gov.uk/export-from-uk/markets/argentina

Also, consult the official UK export tool for sending goods from the United Kingdom to Argentina.

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