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Argentina: sanctions and trade risk

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Argentina: logistics and trade

Agricultural export powerhouse / Mercosur market

Argentina (AR) is a major agricultural export power in southern South America and the second-largest market within Mercosur. As a Mercosur member, Argentina applies the common external tariff; imports are processed through the Sistema Informático Malvina (SIM) of the Dirección General de Aduanas (ARCA). The import-licensing regimes SIRA and SEDI were abolished in 2025; VAT (IVA) is 21 percent (reduced 10.5 percent) on the CIF value. The dominant gateway is the port cluster Gran Rosario on the Paraná River (Puerto General San Martín), the world's largest soy and grain export hub; container traffic runs through Buenos Aires and Bahía Blanca. Air cargo centres on Ezeiza (EZE). Key corridors are Route 9 (Buenos Aires–Rosario–Córdoba) and the bi-oceanic corridor Mendoza–Paso Cristo Redentor to Chile; the Paraná Hidrovia waterway links ports with the hinterland. Soybeans, soy meal and soy oil, grain and beef dominate exports; machinery, vehicles and electronics are imported. Main trading partners are Brazil, China and the USA.

Capital
Buenos Aires
Population
46,234,830
Area
2,780,085 km²
Currency
Argentine Peso (ARS)
Continent
South America
Region
South America / Mercosur
Economic area
Mercosur
Religions
Catholic, Protestant, Jewish
Access to the sea
Yes

Transport modes Sea · Air · Road · Rail · Inland waterway

Current situation
Under the Milei government, trade is being gradually opened: import licences SIRA/SEDI abolished in 2025; wheat export duty permanently reduced to 5,5 percent from June 2026 (from 7,5 percent); motor vehicle, petrochemical and machinery sectors duty-free from July 2026 to June 2027. Export revenues 2025: USD 87,1 bn (+9,3 %). Diplomatic tensions with Brazil (ambassador recalled, as of July 2026) — so far no trade measures have been taken. Note the low-water risk on the Paraná-Hidrovia in summer. (as of 2026-07-29)
Seasonal conditions
Southern Hemisphere: the soybean harvest, roughly March to June, creates loading peaks at the Paraná ports. Low-water phases on the Paraná can limit draft depth and thus grain exports.

Main seaports

  • Buenos Aires

    Buenos Aires (AR BUE): Argentina's largest container port on the Río de la Plata. Puerto Nuevo and Dock Sud terminals, reefer exports, alternatives Montevideo and Zárate.

  • Rosario

    Rosario (ARROS) on the Paraná is Argentina's major agri-export port for soy, maize and wheat; the Greater Rosario cluster led the world in 2025 with 75.7 Mt.

  • Bahia Blanca

    Bahía Blanca (ARBHI), deep-water Argentine port: grain at Ingeniero White, petrochemicals and fertiliser at Galván and Profertil, around 13 Mt of grain in 2025.

  • Quequen

    Quequén (AR QQN): Argentina's deepest port at Necochea, ~12% of grain exports (2024), record 9.01 Mt in 2025. Soybeans, wheat, maize; Panamax. Alt Bahía Blanca.

  • La Plata

    Puerto La Plata (AR LPG): ICTSI's modern TecPlata box terminal south of Buenos Aires, plus coal, petcoke and petroleum. Profile and alternatives.

  • Concepcion Del Uruguay

    Concepción del Uruguay (AR COU) is the main port on the Río Uruguay: eucalyptus logs, grain, soy, some containers. Deep-sea vessels via Buenos Aires.

Main cargo airports

  • Minister Pistarini International AirportEZE

    Ministro Pistarini (EZE/SAEZ), Buenos Aires: 229,260 t of air cargo in 2024, TCA bonded warehouses, LATAM/AA/Lufthansa Cargo, beef and pharma exports.

  • Jorge Newbery AirparkAEP

    Aeroparque Jorge Newbery (AEP), Buenos Aires' downtown domestic and regional airport on the Rio de la Plata. Heavy airfreight routes via Ezeiza (EZE).

  • Ingeniero Ambrosio Taravella AirportCOR

    Córdoba COR (SACO): customs-equipped cargo terminal, 721,258 kg imports and 444,596 kg exports Jan-Oct 2025, USD 26m expansion. Freighter capacity via Ezeiza EZE.

Road corridors

  • RN9: Buenos Aires - Rosario - Córdoba
  • RN14: Mesopotamia corridor (Mercosur, Brazil border)
  • Corredor Bioceánico Mendoza - Paso Cristo Redentor (Chile)

Rail corridors

  • Belgrano Cargas (North - Rosario / ports)
  • Ferroexpreso Pampeano (Grain - Bahía Blanca / Rosario)
  • Nuevo Central Argentino

Inland ports

  • Gran Rosario (Paraná-Hidrovia)
  • Santa Fe
  • Puerto de Barranqueras (Chaco)

Main trade lanes

  • Argentina - Brazil (Mercosur)
  • Argentina - China
  • Argentina - USA
  • Argentina - EU
  • Argentina - Chile

Customs and import

Customs authority Agencia de Recaudación y Control Aduanero (ARCA) – Dirección General de Aduanas (DGA)Official website ↗

Import customs system
Import clearance by the DGA (ARCA) via the Sistema Informático Malvina (SIM). The import licence regimes SIRA and SEDI were abolished in 2025; since then a simplified statistical import declaration applies.
Export customs system
Export clearance by the DGA (ARCA) in the SIM. Many agricultural goods are subject to export duties (derechos de exportación); exporters file a DJVE and must settle foreign currency proceeds within the deadlines.
Import VAT
General value added tax (IVA): standard rate 21 percent, reduced rate 10.5 percent, levied on the CIF value. In addition, an advance payment of profit tax and the statistics fee (tasa de estadística) apply.
Proofs of origin and trade agreements
Mercosur certificate of origin (Certificado de Origen) for preferences within Mercosur and its free trade agreements (e.g. with Chile). An EU-Mercosur agreement is not yet in force.
Restricted and prohibited goods
Import controls apply, among others, to weapons, ammunition, narcotics, hazardous substances, as well as agricultural and biosecurity goods (SENASA). Certain goods are subject to non-automatic import licences.

Typical import documents

  • Commercial invoice (Factura comercial)
  • Packing list
  • Bill of Lading / Air Waybill
  • Import declaration in SIM (Despacho de importación)
  • Certificate of origin (if preference applies)

Typical export documents

  • Commercial invoice
  • Packing list
  • Bill of Lading / Air Waybill
  • Export declaration in SIM (Permiso de embarque)
  • Mercosur certificate of origin
  • DJVE (for agricultural exports)

Logistics conditions

Customs complexity
High
Customs delays
Medium to high
Port congestion
Medium
Dangerous goods relevance
Medium
Pharma and cold chain relevance
Medium
E-commerce relevance
Medium

Trade

Top import goods

  • Machinery
  • Vehicles
  • Electronic devices
  • Mineral oils
  • Oilseeds

Top export goods

  • Grain
  • Vehicles
  • Mineral oils
  • Soybean oil
  • Beef

Typical cargo

  • Soybeans, soybean meal and soybean oil (export)
  • Grain (maize, wheat)
  • Beef
  • Wine
  • Machinery and vehicles (import)
  • Mineral oil and fuel

Upcoming public holidays

  • National Sovereignty Day (transferred)Mon, 23 Nov 2026 · businesses closed
  • Immaculate ConceptionTue, 8 Dec 2026 · businesses closed
  • Christmas DayFri, 25 Dec 2026 · businesses closed
  • New Year's DayFri, 1 Jan 2027 · businesses closed
  • Carnival MondayMon, 8 Mar 2027 · businesses closed
  • Carnival TuesdayTue, 9 Mar 2027 · businesses closed
  • National Day of Remembrance for Truth and JusticeWed, 24 Mar 2027 · businesses closed
  • Good FridayFri, 26 Mar 2027 · businesses closed

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Logistics questions

Which authority is responsible for customs in Argentina?

The Dirección General de Aduanas (DGA), the customs arm of the agency ARCA (Agencia de Recaudación y Control Aduanero) established in 2024, is responsible. ARCA is the legal successor of the former AFIP and controls imports and exports.

Which system is used for imports?

Imports and exports are declared through the Sistema Informático Malvina (SIM). The import licences SIRA and later SEDI that were previously required were abolished in 2025; since then a simplified statistical import declaration is sufficient.

What is the import VAT (IVA) rate?

Argentine value added tax (IVA) is generally 21 percent, with a reduced rate of 10.5 percent, and is levied on the CIF value. In addition, there is an advance payment of profit tax and the statistics fee (tasa de estadística).

What customs rates apply to imports?

As a Mercosur member, Argentina applies the common external tariff (Arancel Externo Común), which for most goods ranges between roughly 0 and 20 percent. For certain motor vehicle tariff positions, higher rates of up to 35 percent are possible.

Are there export duties on Argentine goods?

Yes. Export duties (derechos de exportación) are levied on many agricultural goods. In 2025 they were reduced several times; for soybeans, a permanent rate of 24 percent applies under Decree 877/2025. Exporters file a DJVE.

Which are the most important ports and airports?

The central hub is the Gran Rosario port cluster on the Paraná (incl. Puerto General San Martín), the largest soy and grain hub. The container port of Buenos Aires and Bahía Blanca are also important. Air freight runs mainly via Ezeiza (EZE).

Which logistics risks should be considered?

Changing trade and currency policy requirements and high inflation make planning difficult. Low water levels on the Paraná can temporarily limit draft depth and thus grain exports; harvest peaks are roughly March to June.

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