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Argentina General Information

Language:Spanish
Electricity:220V AC 50Hz
International Direct Dialing Code:54
Driving:Driving is on the right. International Driving Permit required
Currency:Argentine Peso (ARS 1 = 100 Centavos)
Business/Social Hints:Business is conducted in Spanish. Many executives speak a second language. Smoking is generally accepted but prohibited in many public places. In conversation avoid politics. On social occasions, eg invitation to restaurants or in the home, be punctual and dress as for business meetings unless otherwise indicated
Public Holidays:2009
1 Jan New Year`s Day, 24 Mar Truth and Justice Day, 10 Apr Good Friday, 2 Apr Veterans` Day (Malvinas), 1 May Labour Day, 25 May National Day (Anniversary of the 1810 Revolution),
15 Jun National Flag Day (Belgrano Day), 9 Jul National Independence Day, 17 Aug San Martín Day (Anniversary of the Death of General José de San Martín), 12 Oct Race Recognition Day.
8 Dec Immaculate Conception Day, 25 Dec Christmas Day.
Emergency Services:Police: 101. Fire: 100 (Buenos Aires). Ambulance: 107
Clothing:Light clothes for central Argentina during summer & northern & western areas, although warmer wear is needed for trips up into the Andes. Warmer wear for central areas during winter months & summer visits to the south. Thermals for winter months in the south