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  1. James Bond

    New banking restrictions for expats living in Buenos Aires? Did anyone else get an email from their bank? (UIF Resolution 14/2023)

    I just got an email from my bank saying I need to formally register with AFIP. It is citing UIF Resolution 14/2023 which seeks to prevent money laundering and financing of terrorism. It says they need to better understand my financial situation and origin of my income. It says if I don't...
  2. L

    Banking Banking in Uru

    Is it possible to open up a bank account over the water if you are living here? silly question?
  3. F

    Economy What it looks like when a country doesn’t trust its banks

    At least this story is written by someone who lived here. Still it is aimed towards those who have not, explaining how the recent USA bank runs can be compared to life in Argentina. Better written, and better researched than the other “I was a tourist for weeks/months and you will not believe...
  4. K

    Taxes How to get money *out* of Argentina?

    Certainly, there are legal and formal ways to transfer money from Argentina to the US or Europe. One common method is through international wire transfers facilitated by banks. If you have an Argentine bank account, you can instruct your bank to send the funds to a recipient's account in the...
  5. earlyretirement

    Banking ATM Maximum Withdrawal Limit with Foreign ATM card

    Hi everyone, I haven't been to Buenos Aires since last year. Can anyone tell me with all this turmoil, what's the maximum amount you can withdraw from the ATM's these days with a foreign ATM Card (from the USA)? Thanks in advance.
  6. J

    Banking Ways to transfer dollars to bank account in US

    I've looked into this matter and came across instances where individuals sold their homes and utilized wire transfers. However, my situation involves selling various items I acquired during my time here, not a property. Carrying cash back with me is not something I prefer. I'm curious to know...
  7. H

    Banking How Hard is it to Start a Bank Account in Uruguay?

    I'm aware that there are older discussions on this topic, but I'm interested in finding out if there have been any recent changes or updates. As an EU citizen with an EU passport, I'm particularly curious to learn if having a local (or Argentine) address is necessary to initiate a bank account...
  8. D

    Taxes Atm Fees Up?

    I just withdrew some cash from an ATM (Santander Rio) and the fee has gone up from $105 to $175! Ouch. Is this the same for everyone?
  9. Z

    Banking Bank Conversion Rate ?

    Quick question.....how can I determine a banks conversion rate BEFORE I hit the ATM ?.....in addition to the obscene transaction rate, the banks conversion rates are becoming significantly less than the '' official'' rates and the only point I am aware of their '' clip '' is after I get my...
  10. N

    Banking Banks and phones plans!

    Does anyone have any thoughts on which banks would be best to use while here - I'm getting a masters so i'll be here for long enough to warrant opening an account but don't see myself staying long enough or having enough income to worry about saving abroad in dollars as is (perhaps justifiably)...
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