Argentine Currency

Travelling to Argentina and needs to know the name of the Argentine money unit or just want to know what is the exchange rate for $1000 US dollars in Argentine currency?

Use the links on this page to learn more about the local currency used in Argentina, currency symbol, notes and more.


Argentine Currency Info


Argentine Currency Exchange Rate Today

Argentina Money

  • The local money used in Argentina is Peso.

  • The currency symbol of the Argentine money is $.

  • The Argentine currency code is ARS.

  • The Peso Notes: The Argentine currency notes are made up of 2, 5, 10, 20, 50, 100 pesos.

  • The Peso Coins: 1 Peso is made up of 100 Centavos. Argentine Centavo Coins go from 1, 5, 10, 25, 50 centavos, 1 peso.

What is the best currency to use in Argentina? obviously it is best to convert your currency to Argentine money and use the local Peso as it is accepted everywhere in Argentina. US dollars and other major currencies like Stirling Pound or Japanese Yen are not readily accepted in most business establishments, however some major hotel chains, restaurants and shops may accept US dollars at an agreed upon exchange rate.

Are credit cards widely accepted in Argentina? Popular credit cards, like Mastercard and Visa, are usually accepted within Argentina (at hotels, restaurants, shops, travel agencies etc.). American Express is less common and can attract surcharges if you are able to use in an establishment - hence check before you use it.

What is the exchange rate for Peso to US Dollars?

Foreign exchange rates are often changing and in most days minute by minute.

Therefore it's wise to check the today's currency exchange rate for US Dollar to Argentine Peso before ordering the Peso you require for your up coming trip from American Dollar to Peso Exchange Rate Today.

What is the exchange rate for Peso to Stirling Pound?

Exchange rates for foreign currencies are often changing and in most cases minute by minute.

Therefore it's important to ask for the the current money exchange rate for British Pound to Argentine Peso before ordering the Peso you need for your up coming trip at Stirling Pound to Peso Exchange Rate Today.