Drugs in Argentina: what are the rules for travelers?

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Drugs — Argentina

What travelers need to know about drugs in Argentina. What is legal at home can be a serious crime here — each rule links to its official source.

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Drugs in Argentina: prohibited — what is legal at home can be a serious crime here.

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Penalties for drug offenses in Argentina are severe even for small amounts, including long prison terms; drug-facilitated robbery (via bars or dating apps) is increasingly common.

Long prison terms even for small amounts.

§ Australian DFAT Smartraveller — Argentina

Verified Jul 12, 2026

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