Temporary imports of firearms and ammunition into Argentina, for non-commercial purposes, may only be carried out by foreign citizens or Argentine citizens residing abroad, provided that the entry is made on the occasion of the carrying out of hunting or sport shooting activities in places authorized for that purpose, or due to any other circumstance that, at the discretion of ANMaC, is considered objectively legitimate (Prov. 473/12).

This procedure may be carried out remotely (by postal mail) or in person at the Consulate.

Remote procedure

The person who wishes to bring firearms and ammunition into Argentina for hunting purposes must complete the attached form (you will need the latest version of Adobe Acrobat Reader to open and complete it). The document MUST be certified by a notary. The notary’s signature and seal MUST be original; please make sure the notary signs, stamps, and dates the document. PRESENT YOUR NOTARIZED DOCUMENT AT THE CORRESPONDING SECRETARY OF STATE OFFICE TO OBTAIN A CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY (please check the procedure on your local Secretary of State’s website for instructions).

The name on the passport must match the name on the form, therefore please write your full name or the form will be returned to you.

Send the form with a copy of the following information: a valid passport, hunting license, proof of firearm ownership (customs form), copy of Driver’s License, 1 passport-size photo, travel itinerary, a Money Order payable to the Consulate of Argentina in Atlanta for USD 60 (per form – up to 3 firearms may be included on each form), and a self-addressed prepaid envelope so the form can be returned to you. The form with the consular seal affixed by the Consulate must be presented to the authorities upon entry into Argentina.

This Consulate only processes mail-in requests for residents of MS, AL, GA, TN, KY, and SC.

In-person procedure

It is also possible to complete the procedure in person at the Consulate. In that case, please verify in advance that you meet all the indicated requirements and request an appointment through the National Appointment System at the following link: Request an appointment in the National Appointment System

Once you confirm your appointment, you must write to catla@mrecic.gov.ar indicating the date and time of your appointment, along with the reservation code issued by the system.

If you submit the procedure in person, we can accept forms from any jurisdiction and the cost is USD 80.