Money in Argentina
Argentina uses the Argentine peso, currency code ARS. Paying in the local currency usually gets you a better rate than pounds – if a card machine offers to charge you in GBP, choose ARS instead.
Tipping
Around 10% in restaurants, often in cash.
Plan your spending
Related questions
Common questions
What currency does Argentina use?
The Argentine peso (ARS).
Should I pay in pounds or ARS in Argentina?
Choose ARS. When a card machine or cash machine offers to convert to pounds, its exchange rate is usually worse than your card's.
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