Many tourists have fears or doubts when it comes to crossing the Foz do Iguaçu border, but rest assured! There are several ways to visit Argentina, easier than you can imagine. And the best: all of them very safe and legal.
To better illustrate this, we are going to tell you the secret of how to make a crossing quickly, safely and within the law, of course! Because no one wants to take risks when walking or shopping. The idea is that sightseeing in Argentina and Paraguay provides moments of relaxation, after all, they are still international trips, with that ease of being right here, right next to us.
Foz do Iguaçu is still a travel wish for many people, because, in addition to the Iguaçu Falls, the city has several unusual tourist attractions and the possibility of visiting two other countries across borders: Argentina and Paraguay.
Foz is, therefore, the gateway to this dream, so easy to come true. And so unique too!
Despite being very close to Brazil, crossing customs can be really time consuming, taking up to more than an hour in the queue to get to know the territory of the brothers. But do not worry! Thinking of all the details for a perfect trip, Del Rey Quality Hotel made the itinerary recently (after all, there are always changes).
That's why we'll give you the secret to cross the border of Argentina in just 5 minutes!
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Why cross the border?
Firstly, a large part of the public that visits Foz do Iguaçu seeks to know both Argentina and Paraguay for shopping.
This is because the taxes charged in these countries, in relation to Brazil, are very low, making the purchase of some products there more advantageous than buying here.
Furthermore, Puerto Iguazu in Argentina is a great tour gastronomic, with a wide variety of bars, restaurants and steakhouses, as well as malls with stores for any and all types of products, from clothing, cosmetics, luxury goods or electronics.
And with the real more valued than the Argentine peso, you can take an international tour at a great cost.
The feirinha is also one of the options on what to do in Puerto Iguazú. In it, you will find local products such as canned peaches, alfajor, olive oil, dulce de leche, spices, cheese, among other regional products from Argentina.
Another important point is that Argentina is the fifth largest wine producer in the world. Therefore, it is essential that drink lovers visit the various wine shops in Puerto Iguazú. To help with this issue and research, we launched the e-Book “Border wines”. It is worth checking!
And, to improve the news around here, tourists can get to know Duty Free in Argentina.
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With an air-conditioned environment, all decorated and with several stores and imported products, the Duty Free Shop Puerto Iguazu it's a huge mall, which sells products without charging taxes.
From alfajores and chocolates to the disputed imported perfumes, at Duty Free you will find everything and a little more! Candy, electronics, clothes, shoes, drinks, travel goods. Everything, everything, and from the best brands in the world!
Brands such as: Calvin Klein, Carolina Herrera, Chanel, Hugo Boss, Johnnie Walker, MAC, Nike, Prada, Ray-Ban, Yves Saint Laurent are available to visitors who take advantage of the Duty Free Shop Puerto Iguazú
Another very important thing to emphasize is that in Duty Free Puerto Iguazú, the veracity of the products is completely reliable, which makes the purchase safer.
It really makes you want to buy everything! But be aware, the limit for purchases abroad is 500 dollars per tourist, adding expenses in Argentina and Paraguay. Payment can be made in reais, US dollars or Argentine pesos, in addition to international debit or credit cards.
But everything is fine. You can buy a lot there and then enjoy unlimited shopping in Foz, after all, some products are much cheaper in the city that is on this side of the border. This goes for wines, chocolates and several other products.
The Duty Free Shop in Puerto Iguazú is open daily, from 11 am to 10 pm, Brazilian time.
Traveling to Foz do Iguaçu, don't miss the opportunity to discover shopping paradise!
Now, we come back to the question of how to carry out the crossing?
See the documents needed to cross the border
First, we know that there are doubts about the documents needed to cross the border between Foz do Iguaçu and Paraguay, as well as Foz and Argentina. By the way, it's not every day that we visit neighboring countries, just like in Europe, is it?
But rest assured, it's easier than you think!
At customs, it is necessary to present the RG, that is, identity card, and a novelty is that a short time ago they also released the entry, presenting the driver's license.
Another important point is that during the pandemic – until very recently – it was necessary to present proof of 2 complete vaccines, more than 15 days after the last one and one test per family, negative for covid-19, carried out in the last 72 hours.
However, both the vaccination card and the exam are no longer mandatory, and you can only cross by presenting your identity card.
Minors must be accompanied by two parents or guardians, requiring, in the absence of one, a notarized authorization.
If you still have questions about the crossing, we have a complete article: 3 documents needed to cross the border of Foz do Iguaçu!
Now let's go to the golden tips, which will make you cross the border in 5 minutes!
Tips on how to cross the border of Argentina quickly!
If you've already visited Foz do Iguaçu and crossed the border, you know that the queue for those going by car is 1 to 2 hours, both to go there and to come back. If you didn't know, now let us know!
Certainly, thinking about your comfort and an incredible trip, Del Rey has separated in this article, 3 steps for you to make a crossing in five minutes! Amazing huh?
This way you can make the most of your international trip and gain time to shop, get to know the culture and cuisine of Puerto Iguazú!
Follow step by step:
1st step
Leave your vehicle in the customs parking lot, in front of the Duty Free Shopping and cross on foot or by bus to Puerto Iguazu, this way you eliminate all the congestion of cars waiting to go through customs.
2nd step
Make your entrance through the booths that are available for people who go on foot. The movement is very smooth and super fast.
3rd step
Ask for a taxi to the center of Puerto Iguazú. The average value of the race is R$20.00 and eliminates bureaucracy, such as the green card for Brazilian vehicles to enter both Argentina and Paraguay.
Ready! Now you have the main tips on what to do in Puerto Iguazú and how to cross quickly and safely! Shall we pack our bags and go on this trip?
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