The flag of Argentina features three equal horizontal bands of light blue, white and light blue. A brown-edged golden sun is centered in the white band.

Argentina

Argentine Republic

People: Argentine

🏛️CapitalBuenos Aires
💰CurrencyArgentine peso ($)
🗣️LanguageGuaraní, Spanish
📞Dialling Code+54
🌍RegionSouth America
👥Population46,735,004

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 Guaraní.

Argentina — key facts at a glance

Official NameArgentine Republic
Capital CityBuenos Aires
ContinentSouth America
RegionSouth America
Population46,735,004
Area2,780,400 km²
CurrencyArgentine peso (ARS) $
Official LanguagesGuaraní, Spanish
Dialling Code+54
Internet TLD.ar
TimezoneUTC-03:00
Drives on theRight side
Emergency Number911
ISO CodeAR / ARG
BordersBolivia, Brazil, Chile, Paraguay, Uruguay

Travelling to Argentina?

Driving side: Right
Emergency number: 911
Calling from abroad: +54 then the local number

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Frequently Asked Questions about Argentina

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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