South African Embassy in Buenos Aires
Embassy 
South Africa Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Address
- Marcelo T. de Alvear 590, 1058 Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires
- Phone
- +54 11 4317-2900
- Website
- embajadasudafrica.org.ar
- Fax
- +54 11 4311-9993
Sources: OpenStreetMap · Wikidata · Record last updated on 1 August 2026
South Africa’s embassy to Argentina is in Buenos Aires, the capital of Argentina, at Marcelo T. de Alvear 590, 1058 Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires. Its opening hours on record: Monday to Friday, 08:15–17:15 with a midday break, closing earlier on Fridays. Within 1 km there are 21 other foreign missions.
Opening hours of the South African embassy in Buenos Aires
| Monday | 08:15–12:3013:15–17:15 break 12:30–13:15 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 08:15–12:3013:15–17:15 break 12:30–13:15 |
| Wednesday | 08:15–12:3013:15–17:15 break 12:30–13:15 |
| Thursday | 08:15–12:3013:15–17:15 break 12:30–13:15 |
| Friday | 08:15–14:15 |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Public holidays | Closed |
Upcoming closures
Public holidays in Argentina
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National Sovereignty Day
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Immaculate Conception Day
Public holidays in South Africa
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Day of Reconciliation
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Christmas Day
The South African embassy in Buenos Aires is listed as open Monday to Friday, 08:15–17:15 with a midday break, closing earlier on Fridays.
South Africa visa for Argentine citizens
ArgentinaSouth Africa Visa-free, 90 days South Africa visa for citizens of Argentina
South AfricaArgentina Visa-free, 90 days Argentina visa for citizens of South Africa
No visa is needed by Argentine citizens for South Africa, for stays of up to 90 days.
Other missions nearby
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Embassy of Guatemala in Buenos AiresParaguay 610, Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires
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Embassy of Portugal in Buenos AiresMaipú 942, 1006 Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires
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Embassy of Denmark in Buenos AiresAvenida Leandro N. Alem 1074, 1001 Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires
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Embassy of Costa Rica in Buenos AiresAvenida Córdoba 612, 1054 Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires
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Consulate General of France in Buenos AiresBasavilbaso 1253, 1006 Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires
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Embassy of Switzerland in Buenos AiresAvenida Santa Fe 846, 1059 Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires
South Africa’s other missions in Argentina
The South African embassy in Buenos Aires is the only mission of South Africa in Argentina on record. Argentina in turn has 2 missions in South Africa, its embassy being in Pretoria.
Good to know
About the South African embassy in Buenos Aires
It appears in official lists as Embassy of South Africa in Buenos Aires.
Address and contact
Address: Marcelo T. de Alvear 590, 1058 Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires. The record for the South African embassy in Buenos Aires includes a phone number, an e-mail address, a fax number and an official website.
South African citizens travelling to Argentina
No visa is needed by South African citizens for Argentina, for stays of up to 90 days.
When the South African embassy in Buenos Aires is closed
The South African embassy in Buenos Aires closes on Argentina’s public holidays, the next being National Sovereignty Day (Día de la Soberanía Nacional) on Monday 23 November 2026 and Immaculate Conception Day (Día de la Inmaculada Concepción de María) on Tuesday 8 December 2026, and usually on holidays of South Africa such as Day of Reconciliation on Wednesday 16 December 2026.
Before visiting the South African embassy in Buenos Aires
Current procedures for the South African embassy in Buenos Aires, including any appointment system, are on its official website, linked on this page.
Near the South African embassy in Buenos Aires
The South African embassy in Buenos Aires has 21 other foreign missions within 1 km, in a diplomatic quarter.
Frequently asked questions
What is the address of the South African Embassy in Buenos Aires?
The South African embassy in Buenos Aires is at Marcelo T. de Alvear 590, 1058 Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires.
What are the opening hours of the South African Embassy in Buenos Aires?
The South African embassy in Buenos Aires is listed as open Monday to Friday, 08:15–17:15 with a midday break, closing earlier on Fridays.
Is the South African Embassy in Buenos Aires open on Saturday?
No. The hours on record for the South African embassy in Buenos Aires do not include Saturday.
When is the South African Embassy in Buenos Aires closed?
The South African embassy in Buenos Aires closes on Argentina’s public holidays, the next being National Sovereignty Day (Día de la Soberanía Nacional) on Monday 23 November 2026, and usually on the national day of South Africa.
Do Argentine citizens need a visa for South Africa?
No visa is needed by Argentine citizens for South Africa, for stays of up to 90 days.
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