Argentina
Argentine Republic
People: Argentine
Argentina is home to both the highest peak in the Americas (Aconcagua) and the world's southernmost city (Ushuaia). Argentina is located in South America and has a population of around 46.7 million. Its capital city is Buenos Aires, and the most widely spoken official language is Spanish.
By the numbers, Argentina is the 33rd most populous of the 196 countries covered on this site, home to 0.58% of the world's population. By land area it ranks 8th out of 196, with a population density of roughly 17 people per km².
Facts last checked 31 August 2026.
Argentina — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | Argentine Republic |
|---|---|
| Capital City | Buenos Aires |
| Continent | South America |
| Region | South America |
| Population | 46,735,004 |
| Area | 2,780,400 km² |
| Currency | Argentine peso (ARS) $ |
| Official Languages | Spanish, Guaraní |
| Dialling Code | +54 |
| Internet TLD | .ar |
| Timezone | UTC-03:00 |
| Drives on the | Right side |
| Emergency Number | 911 |
| ISO Code | AR / ARG |
| Borders | Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Paraguay, Uruguay |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Argentina
What is the capital and currency of Argentina?
The capital of Argentina is Buenos Aires and the currency is the Argentine peso (ARS), symbol $.
What is the capital of Argentina?
The capital of Argentina is Buenos Aires.
What currency does Argentina use?
Argentina uses the Argentine peso (ARS, symbol: $).
What language do they speak in Argentina?
The official languages of Argentina are Guaraní and Spanish.
What is the dialling code for Argentina?
The international dialling code for Argentina is +54.
What side of the road does Argentina drive on?
Argentina drives on the right-hand side of the road.
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