Most travellers never need their embassy, but knowing the basics before something goes wrong saves hours. Nearly every embassy is in Buenos Aires, so if you are in Salta or Ushuaia, expect to start by phone or email. Always check the official website first, as appointment rules and phone lines change.
Embassies in Buenos Aires at a glance:
| Detail | Quick answer |
|---|---|
| Where | Nearly every embassy is in Buenos Aires; elsewhere, start by phone or email |
| Access | Often by appointment only; check the official website first |
| Emergency numbers | 911, with 101 (police), 107 (ambulance) and 100 (fire) as older direct numbers |
| Embassies can | Issue emergency travel documents, contact family, list English-speaking lawyers and doctors |
| Embassies cannot | Pay bills or fines, arrange free flights or give legal advice |
| Lost passport | File a police report (denuncia) first, then contact your embassy |
Embassy Locations in Buenos Aires
Details below come from official government listings as of 2026. Public access is often by appointment only.
- United Kingdom: Dr Luis Agote 2412, Recoleta. Main line +54 11 4808-2200. The embassy publishes an online contact form for emergencies on its GOV.UK page.
- United States: Av. Colombia 4300, Palermo. Main line +54 11 5777-4533, emergency line +54 11 5777-4354 (per the State Department).
- Canada: Tagle 2828, Palermo. Phone +54 11 4808-1086, consular email bairscs@international.gc.ca.
- Australia: Villanueva 1400, Belgrano. Phone +54 11 4779-3500 in business hours; after hours, the Consular Emergency Centre in Canberra on +61 2 6261 3305.
- Ireland: Avenida del Libertador 1068, 6th floor, Recoleta. Phone numbers differ between sources, so use the Department of Foreign Affairs site.
- Spain: Av. Presidente Figueroa Alcorta 3102. Phone +54 11 4809-4900.
- France: Cerrito 1399. Consulate phone +54 11 4515-6900.
- Germany: Villanueva 1055. Phone +54 11 4778-2500.
In an Emergency
For police, ambulance or fire in Argentina, we recommend dialling 911, with 101 (police), 107 (ambulance) and 100 (fire) as the older direct numbers. Sort out immediate safety first, then contact your embassy. Our Argentina safety guide covers common risks, and good travel insurance pays for medical care that an embassy cannot.
What Embassies Can and Cannot Do
They can issue emergency travel documents, help you contact family, give lists of English-speaking lawyers and doctors, visit you if you are arrested, and guide you through a serious incident or a death abroad. They cannot pay bills or fines, arrange free flights, get you out of custody, or give legal advice.
Lost or Stolen Passport
- File a police report (denuncia) at the nearest comisaría. You will need it for the embassy and for insurance.
- Contact your embassy or consulate, and book an appointment if required.
- Bring the police report, photos, ID copies, and proof of travel plans.
- Apply for an emergency travel document or replacement passport. Processing times and fees vary by country.
- Check entry status. If you entered visa-free, tell the embassy so your exit can be arranged. Our entry requirements guide explains the rules.
Keep digital copies of your passport and entry stamp in your email. If you are still planning your Buenos Aires stay, see our Buenos Aires guide or browse Buenos Aires tours.
For the official list of Argentine missions abroad and consular services, see the Argentine Ministry of Foreign Affairs.