Healthcare
Argentina — Healthcare: Private Insurance
Decreto 366/2025 makes health insurance practically necessary for foreigners who are not permanent residents. At nationally run public hospitals, anyone outside the permanent-resident group must show health insurance or pay before routine care, and when you have insurance the hospital bills your insurer within 24 hours. The decree also requires people seeking admission to Argentina under any migration category to declare under oath that they hold health insurance for their medical needs; a consulate page noted that the implementing rules were still pending when it was published, so check with the consulate or immigration authority whether the declaration is being requested at your entry. Premiums and plan details are set by individual insurers and are not published by the government.
Key facts
- Foreigners who are not permanent residents must show health insurance or pay in advance for routine care at national hospitals.
- With insurance, the hospital notifies the insurer within 24 hours and issues an electronic invoice (Resolution 1066/2026).
- Decreto 366/2025 requires a sworn declaration at entry that you hold health insurance; confirm with the consulate or immigration authority whether it is currently requested.
- Insurance premiums are set by insurers; the government does not publish them.
Steps
- Step 1: Research and Choose a Provider — Research and compare different private health insurance providers in Argentina to find the best option for your needs and budget.
- Step 2: Purchase and Enroll — Once you've chosen a provider, purchase and enroll in a plan that meets your needs and budget.
Common mistakes
- Arriving without insurance — routine care at national hospitals requires insurance or prepayment, and the decree adds an entry declaration.